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Riverdale Volunteer Fire Department

4714 Queensbury Road
Riverdale Park, MD 20737
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About the Department

Membership in the Riverdale Fire Department is open to persons who are at least 16 years of age and desiring to serve the citizens of Riverdale Park and the surrounding communities in the capacity of a firefighter or emergency medical technician. There are also positions available that do not require riding emergency apparatus or interaction with the public (such as administrative support). Whether you are new to the area (i.e.: new homeowners, college students) or a life-long Riverdale Park resident, we are sure there is a place for you in our department.

Applications are available from the station and the approval process includes a criminal background check which typically takes between 2 to 4 weeks. During this period, prospective members are encouraged to participate in other department activities and introduce themselves to the members they may meet. Once the background investigation has been completed, you are required to take a medical physical (free of charge) to determine your fitness for the duties that await you.

Upon successful completion of the physical, operational members are required to complete training provided by the Prince George’s County Fire Department, Maryland Fire and Rescue and Institute and other training agencies. Training includes Volunteer Recruit School (VRS), Firefighter I and Emegency Medical Technician courses at a minimum.

While we do not require our members to commit to a “duty night”, participation between the hours from 7-11 p.m. weekdays, an occasional weekend, and a sleep-in once or twice a month is appreciated.

There are many opportunities for advancement and responsibility in the department, all it takes is determination and dedication.

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4714 Queensbury Road
Riverdale Park, MD 20737
301.883.7707
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Recruitment videos funded by a FEMA Staffing For Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant (2021) and the International Association of Fire Chiefs Volunteer Workforce Solutions National Recruitment and Retention program (2015)

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