The County of Warren is seeking qualified and experienced individuals to form an eligibility list to fill current part-time vacancies and any potential full-time vacancies within the Department of Fire and Rescue Services.

The Warren County Department of Fire and Rescue Services provides Fire and EMS response to the 39,000+ citizens across the 219 square miles of the Town of Front Royal and the County of Warren, Virginia. Utilizing the combination approach of career and volunteer Fire, EMS and Support personnel, the Department currently staffs 5 individual volunteer Fire and EMS combination stations with 34 uniformed full-time career personnel, 5-10 part-time career personnel and approximately 40 volunteer response personnel. Warren County also currently has three volunteer stations. These dedicated men and women protect life, property, and environment by responding to all fire and non-fire emergencies and rescues within the community.   

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, have a high school diploma or equivalent, have a valid Virginia driver’s license and must be insurable. Minimum requirements for Firefighter/EMT include certification as a Virginia Firefighter I with Firefighter II preferred, Hazardous Materials Operations, EVOC, Emergency Medical Technician-Basic, and CPR. Additional requirements for Firefighter/Medic include Emergency Medical Technician-Intermediate or higher, ACLS preferred. Work schedules include day shift, night shift and/or shift work. Full-time benefits include Virginia Retirement System/LEOS, health insurance, paid leave, and training opportunities. 

Candidates must successfully complete the standard Department of Fire and Rescue Services Candidate Physical Agility Test and Written Examination. 

For employment application, including job description, contact Warren County Administrator’s Office, 220 North Commerce Avenue, Suite 100, Front Royal, Virginia, 22630, (540) 636-4600, or applications may be obtained online. Equal Opportunity Employer.