Career Day at Eastern Middle School

By: Master Firefighter Tim Burns Station 16-A Shift

This past week, members of the 1st Battalion from Company 16 A-Shift participated in "career day" at Eastern Middle School in their first due area. 

They spoke to two groups of about 30 middle school aged children each. The crew from Paramedic Engine 716 was able to talk with the students about what brought them to this career, what the requirements are to work for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue, and what our days are like.

For the members of the 1st Battalion, it is important for us to get out into our community at events like this one for a number of reasons. Most importantly, we hope to inspire the next generation of 1st Battalion firefighters and paramedics. Many of us began our careers as junior firefighters, cadets, or volunteers at an age not much older than these students are now. We enjoy sharing the good fortune that we have all found in this profession.

MCFRS Firefighter Rescuer Recruit Application Reminder

All applications for the position of Montgomery County Maryland Firefighter Rescuer Recruit must be received by Friday December 2, 2011.
 
Applicants will need to create an account on the iRecruitment system before applying.  iRecruitment can be accessed by visiting www.montgomerycountymd.gov and clicking on careers.  Applicants can track their application status by logging into the system after they apply.

After the December 2 deadline, please visit the MCFRS Recruiting Department website for general updates at www.mcfrs.org/recruiting.

Recent Department Promotions

MCFRS is pleased to recognize the below individuals who have been recently promoted. Best of luck, and be safe, in your new assignments!

The following person has been promoted to the rank of Captain:

Peter K. Dugan

The following personnel have been promoted to the rank of Master Firefighter:

David W. Knight

John T. Lyons

Keith D. Hipsley

Amanda N. Collins

Matthew E. Sutton 

Recruiting Section Update

Montgomery County (MD) Fire and Rescue Service was unsuccessful in obtaining a Fiscal Year (FY) 2010 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant. As a result, no additional recruit classes will be hired other than those from IRC #3431 (previously trained) which closed on July 8, 2011.

Please continue to check our website (www.mcfrs.org/recruiting) and the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Recruitment facebook page for updates.

Last week to apply for MCFRS Firefighter/EMT Recruit!

The online application for MCFRS Firefighter/EMT (recruit) will close on July 8. If you have the required certifications, and wish to apply, please complete your online application immediately and follow all instructions for sending in your transcripts and certifications. Please note that once the position closes, you will no longer be able to view the position announcement online. After July 8 please check www.mcfrs.org/recruiting for important updates.