We are always looking for motivated individuals, and whether you have 30 years fire/EMS experience or none at all, we welcome interested parties to apply. ​ How to Become a Member? Step 1 - Download and complete the Department Application. Email a copy of the completed application to newark_fd@sbcglobal.net two weeks before the next General Business meeting to begin the background check. ​ Step 2 - Find the next General Business Meeting date. Meeting times are listed on the Events List page. ​ Step 3 - Attend the next General Business Meeting at the Newark Station and bring the completed and signed Department Application with you. ​ ​ While you wait.... ​ All applicants must complete the following online trainings before the end of their 90 day probationary period. These trainings are not required to submit an application, however, we recommend beginning the trainings while you wait for the next General Business Meeting. ​ National Fallen Firefighters Foundation - Courage to be Safe Federal Emergency Management Agency - ICS 100 Federal Emergency Management Agency - ICS 200 Federal Emergency Management Agency - ICS 700 Federal Emergency Management Agency - ICS 800 National Highway Institute - National Traffic Incident Management Responder Training ​ | Requirements: All applicants must complete the following online trainings before the end of their 90 day probationary period. These trainings are not required to submit an application, however, we recommend beginning the trainings while you wait for the next General Business Meeting. ​ National Fallen Firefighters Foundation - Courage to be Safe Federal Emergency Management Agency - ICS 100 Federal Emergency Management Agency - ICS 200 Federal Emergency Management Agency - ICS 700 Federal Emergency Management Agency - ICS 800 National Highway Institute - National Traffic Incident Management Responder Training ​ | Categories: Firefighter, EMT

Volunteers are needed to help with duties in and around the cat cabins, and to interact with the cats by petting them, playing with them, grooming them, and generally giving them the attention they crave. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.

Take dogs on walks, help with laundry and cleaning, photograph dogs, or assist with small projects at the facility. Volunteers play a crucial role in maintaining the facility and ensuring the well-being of the animals.

Join the Project Homeless Apollo Street Team to provide food, vaccines, deworming, spay/neuter, and medical emergency assistance to dogs and cats in homeless camps around Fort Worth. Volunteers respond to needs as they arise.

Update Petfinder profiles, create marketing materials, or help with social media to spread the word about adoptable pets. Volunteers help increase the visibility of the animals and the organization.

Handle dogs and cats at adoption events, take photos, or help plan those events to find forever homes for our animals. Volunteers help ensure successful adoption events and promote animals for adoption.

Assist in the daily care and rehabilitation of rescue animals, ensuring they are fed, groomed, and provided with a safe environment. Volunteers will also help in maintaining the sanctuary facilities.

As a volunteer at Community Link, you will assist in various tasks to help fight hunger in the community. Responsibilities include sorting and distributing food, helping clients with pantry appointments, and maintaining a clean and organized pantry environment.

Certified professional dog trainers and animal behaviorists can provide seminars in their area of expertise at IDEA Service Dogs' classroom.

Assist in classroom setup, manage audio-visual equipment, and provide support to students with disabilities. Volunteers may also handle dogs and interface with the facility.

Assist with social media management and marketing efforts to promote IDEA Service Dogs. Volunteers may also help with veterinary care or provide discounted professional services.

Coordinate field trip logistics, including location selection and prop staging. Volunteers will also handle dogs and assist with photography and video documentation.

Blue Mound Fire Department is currently accepting applications to test for volunteer firefighters. Must be able to commit to Tuesday night and occasional weekend training. Applications must be picked up and dropped off in person at Blue Mound Fire Department. Questions? Feel free to stop by the station on Tuesdays from 6-8PM | Requirements: Blue Mound Fire Department application. -Completely filled out and notarized. -Background check. Officers interview. Physical Fitness Test (PFT) Timed physical fitness measurement wearing bunker coat, gloves, helmet, and SCBA. -Jacobs Ladder (150 ft climb) -Keizer Sled -Charged Hose Drag -Farmers Carry -Ladder Raise -Dummy Drag If unable to complete the above test in the minimum time of 10:00 minutes, then the candidate will have 30 days to retest. Upon successful completion of the Application process, Officers interview, and the PFT, then the candidate enters a 120-day probationary period. During this time, the probationary firefighter must learn the minimum skills. -CPR -Engine 32 Test -Blue Mound Street Test -Vital Sign Assessment -Donning/Doffing Bunker Gear -Display a positive and professional attitude in all contact with the public and other agencies (ie, mutual aid companies, utilities). -Obey all departmental Standard Operating Procedures, Standard Operating Guidelines, Code of Conduct, and comply with all departmental expectations. -Demonstrate continuous effort to become more proficient in general firefighter duties, improving operational skills with all firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical tools for which training has been received, decreasing response times, and working cooperatively and jointly to provide quality service to the city of Blue Mound and our mutual aid districts. During the 120-day probationary period, BMFD reserves the right to release the probationary firefighter without cause. Evaluation of the probationary volunteer during this period shall serve in separating any probationary volunteer whose performance does not meet required work standards. If all requirements are met during the 120-day period, then an exit interview will be conducted with an officer’s panel to notify you if you will enter the eight-month rookie period or if you will be released from the department. | Categories: EMT, Firefighter

In this role, you will assist with various technical duties such as clipping claws, administering medication, and cleaning ears of the cats. This position is essential for the health and well-being of the cats in our care.

As a Morning Cleaner, you will help maintain the cleanliness of the Cat Ranch by scooping litter boxes, refilling food and water dishes, and sweeping floors. This role takes approximately 1.5 hours and can be done from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Help with set-up and break-down at our PetsMart adoption events. Responsibilities include setting up tables, cages, and loading cats from transport, as well as placing signs on cages and other miscellaneous tasks.

As an Afternoon Cleaner, your responsibilities will include scooping litter boxes, refilling food and water dishes, and sweeping floors at the Cat Ranch. This position requires a commitment of about 1.5 hours from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM.

Volunteer as a tutor to provide virtual academic support to K-12 students in various subjects. Volunteers are required to commit to at least one hour per week and will receive comprehensive training, making it accessible even for those without prior tutoring experience.

Assist with the daily care and maintenance of animals at the sanctuary, including feeding, cleaning, and providing enrichment activities. Volunteers will also help with rehabilitation efforts and support the rehoming process.

As a volunteer pilot, you will transport cancer patients to their medical treatments, providing hope and support during their journey. Pilots must meet specific requirements including a minimum of 500 flight hours and appropriate certifications.