
BECOME A FIREFIGHTER
Volunteers account for almost 75% of firefighters in the United States. You can join this noble tradition of service in your community - no experience required.
Today's firefighter is not a one-dimensional character. We respond to emergencies of all types, and take part in community activities alongside the auxiliary. We are anywhere our friends and neighbors need help.
Here are what some of our own volunteers like about being apart of our department.




JOIN OUR AUXILIARY SUPPORT
You don't have to run into a burning building or jump on a rescue to be part of the this department! There are many jobs needed to make our fire department run smoothly. Whether you're an accountant, a grocery clerk, a construction worker, or a retiree - we've got a job for you!
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Administrative tasks
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Maintenance
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Fundraising
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Record keeping
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Historical preservation
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Committee Member
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Special event coordination & support
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On-scene support
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Cooking & cleaning




VOLUNTEER BENEFITS
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FREE training every Wednesday night @ 6:00 pm (New Time)
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Stipend for responding to calls and attending training
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$10,000 KPB Residential Property Exemption (State of AK EMT I or Firefighter I)
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FREE on-site gym access 24/7/365
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Membership in the Alaska State Firefighters Association
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Opportunity to participate in local community events & make Seward a better place to live
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Lifelong friendships and camaraderie

Membership Types
Firefighter Member
Interior or Exterior Firefighters ages 18 and above. Must submit to a thorough background check, and drug screening. Applicant is expected to take the required Firefighter training, attend minimum number of department meetings and trainings, and respond to as many alarms as possible when available. Seward Volunteer Fire Department will provide the necessary personal protective equipment, life insurance, workers comp., and Length of Service Awards (LOSAP) for qualified individuals.
Auxiliary Support Member
Members who assist Fire Department Operations. Members will undergo background checks and must attend the minimum amount of department meetings and be on department committees. They will assist as required with emergencies, assist with fundraiser activities, and provide community support to those in need.
Fire Explorer Members
Young adults between the ages of 14 and 17 who are chartered under the Boy Scouts of America while exploring firefighting as a career. These Fire Explorers are mentored by advisors and associate advisors who are members of the Seward Volunteer Fire Department. Fire Explorer Post #444 is hosted by Seward Fire Department.