Bremerton Seeks Volunteer Firefighters

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  Kitsap County Emergency Management has launched a new volunteer firefighter recruitment drive for Bremerton residents“null”
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  The program aims to expand the current volunteer force to better serve the community during emergencies“null”
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  Residents interested in joining must meet basic qualifications including age“null”
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  Residents interested in joining must meet basic qualifications including physical fitness“null”
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  Residents interested in joining must meet basic qualifications including training requirements“To be a registered volunteer emergency worker, you must: Complete and sign the application to become a registered volunteer emergency worker. Potential Search and Rescue volunteers, please use this form (PDF) and return to: [email protected] Sign a photo release. (PDF) Photos are sometimes taken at events. We would like permission to use pictures of volunteers. Pass a background check. Submit a photo electronically for an ID badge to the KCDEM volunteer coordinator (click this link). The photo should be a passport type headshot photo, sent electronically. It should be free of sunglasses or a hat, and with a clear background. Regular glasses are fine. Maintain current contact information, including email and phone number. Meet the particular requirements of the program you are volunteering for. Visit each program page for details. Review and sign the code of conduct for volunteers. (PDF) Return with your application.”
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  The recruitment effort emphasizes the need for community involvement in emergency response capabilities“null”