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Reserve Firefighters Association


The North County Fire Protection District relies heavily on our trained Reserve Firefighters. This group of men and women are often called upon during a state of emergency and are fondly dubbed "The Backbone of the Department" as they rally to support our full time suppression staff.

The District typically carries approximately 30 active Reserve Firefighters. All Reserve Firefighters complete a grueling 18-month in-house paid training program. Graduates completing the program receive the Firefighter I State Certification as well as accompanying certificates such as Driver/Operator, First Responder, and Hazardous Materials First Responder.

Because we offer in-house training and promote our Reserve Firefighter to full-time Firefighters, our Reserve Program has become very popular among those working towards a career in the fire service.  We have a comprehensive entry level hiring process that includes various components such as a written test, an EMT card or a paramedic's license, a candidate physical abilities test (CPAT card), a background investigation, a drug and alcohol screening, an oral interview, and a Chief's Interview. Any person interested in more information on our hiring process should reference our Recruitment page.

NCFD Reserve Firefighters Association is active in many civic groups and functions, particularly in the California State Muster Association, the annual Castroville Artichoke Festival and Firefighters Pancake Breakfast, and various Burn Foundation charities.