Recruitment

We're looking for dedicated men and women to join our fierce group of volunteer firefighters!
Process
Application Process

Ready to apply? Everything you need to know about applying to join the Barnegat Fire Company is outlined below:

  • Step 1

    Complete the online application

    Complete Application
  • Step 2

    A Member of the Recruitment Division will contact you to arrange a phone interview and then an in-person meeting.

  • Step 3

    Pass a Criminal Background Check administered by the Barnegat Police Department

  • Step 4

    Complete Physical Examination by a Licensed NJ Physician or Healthcare Provider

  • Step 5

    Receive Municipal Approval from the Barnegat Township Committee for Probationary Membership in the Barnegat Fire Company

  • Step 6

    Non-certified probationary firefighters are required to enroll in the Ocean County Fire Academy and complete New Jersey firefighter 1 certification within 12 months of acceptance in the Barnegat Fire Company.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Minimum Age 18 Years Old
  • No Criminal Background
  • Good Physical and Mental Condition
  • Ability to Respond to Emergency Incidents
  • Ability to Attend and Participate in Company Meetings / Training / Drills
  • Ability to Participate in Fundraising Events

  • Membership Benefits

    Barnegat Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 offers it's members many attractive benefits. Fire service experience that can't be duplicated in any other area of the country is one of the biggest attractions to our Company. We offer specialized training and certification in a broad range of fire service related areas such as Rapid Intervention, Truck and Engine Company Operations, Water Rescue, Technical Rescue, Vehicle Extrication, Forest Firefighting, and much more...

  • Additional Benefits Include
    • Free Fire/Rescue Training and Certification
    • Membership in the New Jersey State Firemen’s Association
    • Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) – Retirement Account Provided by Barnegat Township
    • Pay per call incentive provided by Barnegat Township
    • College Tuition Assistance Through Ocean County Community College
    • Free Annual Hall Rental
    • Fire Company Funded Gym Membership at Planet Fitness

Application

Please use the link below to complete and submit the application. Once completed, your application will automatically be forwarded to our recruitment team for review. A representative will contact you to set up an interview and present you with your paperwork for your medical exam. Click below to start the process

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Questions/Contact

Contact the Recruitment and Retention Division via e-mail at station11recruitment@gmail.com

If you need emergency assistance, dial 911 immediately