International Association of Fire Chiefs

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VCOS and EFO Release New Report to Assist in First 100 Days as a Chief

August 9, 2019

New report lays out the key things a new or interim chief needs to know and be thinking about on the first day, during the first week, during the first month, and during months two through six.

National Diversity and Inclusion Program Departments Announced

July 30, 2019

This program focuses on improving volunteer recruitment and retention through more inclusive and diverse departments nationwide

VCOS & VFIS Retention and Recruitment Award Open

July 17, 2019

The award recognizes success and excellence in the retention and recruitment of emergency service members.

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Education

Recruitment & Retention Coordinator Certification Course

September 7 - 8, 2019 | Rochester, NY

Want to learn how to increase membership in your volunteer department? This course will give you the skills to get them in and keep them in.

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Recruitment & Retention Coordinator Certification Course

September 21 - 22, 2019 | Battlefield, MO

Want to learn how to increase membership in your volunteer department? This course will give you the skills to get them in and keep them in.

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Tennessee Fire Service Leadership Training Day

September 21, 2019 | Murfreesboro, TN

Sessions that will immerse attendees and guide them to creating a local plan with three take-away tasks that can be implemented in their department.

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To provide chiefs and chief officers who manage volunteers within a volunteer or combination fire, rescue or EMS delivery system with information, education, services and representation to enhance their professionalism. Learn more