Firefighter

Firefighter Reserve Program

The Arkansas City Fire/EMS Firefighter Reserve Program is a non-paid position that provides a pool of competent, well-trained personnel to supplement staffing levels at times of extreme emergency. Its top priorities are to increase firefighter safety and to enhance ACFD response capabilities for City of Arkansas City and Rural Fire District 5.

Highly motivated individuals who desire to provide quality emergency services and a dedicated commitment to the citizens of our community are encouraged to apply. All reserves shall meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Be a Citizen of the United States.
• Be at least 18 years.
• Have a High School diploma or GED.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Shall live within a 20-mile driving distance of Arkansas City.
• Pass the ACFD Physical Fitness test.
• Participate in an Oral Interview.
• Complete the standard application.

Successful applicants will receive an Email or Phone call to continue with the process of becoming a Firefighter reserve. The applicant will be contacted by Arkansas City HR Dept., for their part in the application process which includes drug and alcohol screening and a physical contingencies test.

Once all requirements have been met, applicants will receive an offer to join the ACFD Fire/EMS Dept. Reserve Program. At that time Reserve will obtain a station uniform, firefighting PPE and a notebook containing a study guide for the Reserve Program. Then you can start participating in ride-outs.

All reserves will be expected to have 12 hours of station time per month. Reserves also participate in the activities: MDA Boot Drive, Fire Prevention Week, Fireworks standbys, parades and other activities that come up.

Reserves must obtain Firefighter I/Hazmat Awareness or NEMT certification within the first year. The Reserve is responsible for the cost of their training programs. If the reserve is planning on becoming a full-time member of the Arkansas City Fire/EMS Dept., you will need the following: Firefighter I & II, Hazmat Awareness & Operations and NEMT Certification.