Assist in organizing and executing community outreach events to support individuals in need. Responsibilities include event setup, distribution of resources, and engaging with community members.

Volunteers will participate in taking arts programs to senior communities, including senior homes and centers. This role involves creating partnerships between different age groups to inspire and promote well-being through the arts.

Assist in feeding feral cat colonies for short periods of time when volunteers are available. Volunteers will help ensure that the cats receive proper nutrition and care.

Volunteer firefighters typically work 24-hour shifts, but are eligible to work in shorter blocks as approved by the Volunteer Coordinator. Volunteer firefighters hired under the SAFER Grant, who meet certain benchmarks and work a minimum of three (3) 24-hour shifts per month, may qualify for educational reimbursement and other benefits as defined in the Volunteer Program Manual. Otherwise, the minimum is two (2) shifts per month. The Volunteer Firefighter is required to attend regularly scheduled training in order to maintain the high level of knowledge, skill and ability necessary to function safely and effectively as a firefighter and EMS provider in accordance with state law, county protocols, and standard operating procedures. Volunteer Firefighters serve the community by responding to a wide variety of situations, ranging from emergencies that immediately threaten life or property to routine citizen requests for information or assistance. They perform within the scope of the policies and procedures of the NCFPD and they perform duties in the following general categories: fire suppression, emergency medical aid or rescue, hazardous material responses, training, and public education. The Volunteer Firefighter normally works under the supervision of a Company Officer and is expected to function effectively as part of a highly trained team. They are also expected to perform their duties under adverse conditions and physical conditions that may pose a high risk of personal injury or exposure to hazardous conditions or infectious diseases. For a complete list of job duties and essential job functions, please request a copy of our Volunteer Firefighter Job Description from Human Resources. | Requirements: High School Diploma or GED; and State of California Emergency Medical technician (EMT) Certification* 1. REQUIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 1.1. Must have and maintain a valid Class "C" California Driver's License. Must be insurable and maintain this status with the District's all-risk insurance carrier 1.2. State certification and San Diego County accredited as an EMT-I* *Exception: Applicants who reside within the NCFPD boundaries (Fallbrook, Bonsall, and Rainbow) may apply and serve as a Volunteer without having an EMT Certification, but must proactively work toward successfully completing an EMT Program within the first year of Volunteering. Experience as an EMT, Firefighter or Volunteer Firefighter is desirable Applicants must have the ability to pass psychiatric, medical and physical agility examinations; perform strenuous work under adverse conditions for sustained periods of time; react quickly and calmly in emergency situations; learn and retain information on procedures, protocols and practices related to medical, fire and other emergency responses. Qualified applicants are required to successfully complete the District’s physical agility test. The successful candidate will be required to remain a non-smoker/tobacco user throughout his/her appointment with the NCFPD, and must remain insurable by the District’s liability insurance carrier to operate motor vehicles. Volunteers in this position are subject to mandatory drug and alcohol testing as required by the Department of Transportation. | Categories: EMT, Firefighter

The following positions are open on a continuous basis; 1) Volunteer Reserve Firefighter 2) Volunteer Reserve Mobile Communications Operator 3) Volunteer Reserve Photographer 4) Volunteer Reserve Chaplain | Requirements: Must be; 1) 18 years or older 2) Valid California Drivers License 3) Completion of high school or equivalent 4) Firefighter position requires valid CPAT or Biddle physical agility test at time of application and appointment | Categories: Firefighter, Department Support, EMT

Provide temporary care for rescued dogs until they find their forever homes. Volunteers are responsible for feeding, caring, and socializing the dogs, as well as helping with any necessary transportation to vet appointments or adoption events.