What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volunteer Administrative Support Member position at Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department?
General Definition of Work
Do you want to serve your community, make new friends and be a part of our tradition? Join AVFRD as a member of our administrative support team!
Administrative Service members are the backbone of the AVFRD, providing the non-emergency services that support the daily operations and mission of the department. AVFRD needs individuals to lead and assist in many areas and with many jobs, including:
- Building and Equipment Maintenance: Groundskeepers, Maintenance Agreements Coordinator
- Community Relations and Education: Neighborhood Liaisons, School Coordinators, Station Tour Guides
- Financial and Document Management: Scholarship Manager, Historians, Record Keepers, Bookkeeper, Database Administrator
- Fundraising: Grant Writers, Event Planners/Project Managers, Corporate Sponsor Seekers
- Publicity and Marketing: Writers, Graphic Designers, Media Relations Liaison, Video and Multimedia Specialists
- Recruitment and Membership: Volunteer Coordinators, Recruitment Activities Coordinator, Retention/Appreciation Event Planners, Awards and Recognition Manager, Survey Coordinator
We do most of our non-operations work through a committee structure. Getting involved in a committee is the best way to engage on the support services side, and for our operational members to give a little bit more of their time and unique talents to the mission of our company. Our committees include but are not limited to:
- Community Outreach
- Operational Support
- Recruitment & Retention
- Revenue
- Special Services
- Technology
You can find more information about the membership process and benefits on our website: Administrative Services - Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department (ashburnfirerescue.org)
Minimum Position Requirements
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Successfully complete the application process to include:
- A criminal history record check, including fingerprinting
- Driving record check
- Online training courses
- Maintain the personal protective equipment (PPE) issued by AVFRD (if applicable)
- Complete the annual physical scheduled and paid for by Loudoun County Combined Fire Rescue System (if applicable)
CPR certification is available for all administrative members.
