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Interested in serving your community? The Burbank Fire Corps Program welcomes individuals who are willing to learn, work as part of a team, and make a difference. No special skills or previous emergency response experience are required. We provide the training you need to get started.
To apply, you must:
Joining the Burbank Fire Corps is a multi-step process that includes submitting an application, completing LiveScan fingerprinting, and fulfilling the training requirements for Volunteer I. All applicants begin as Volunteer Candidates while completing the onboarding process.
Get Started — Complete the Get Involved Form
Complete the form with accurate and up-to-date information. This is the first step in expressing your interest in joining the program and allows our team to begin the application process with you.
Submitting the Get Involved form is required. Without completing this step, our team will not have the information needed to follow up with you.
After submitting the form, a member of our Admin Team will contact you with instructions for the next steps. These include:
LiveScan Background Check
You will receive instructions for scheduling your LiveScan appointment and completing the fingerprinting process required for the Department of Justice background check.
Policies & Procedures Manual
You will receive a copy of the Burbank Fire Corps Policies & Procedures Manual. All applicants are required to review the manual, which outlines the expectations, guidelines, and responsibilities of program members.
Background check processing times vary. Please allow up to 4–8 weeks after submitting your fingerprints through Management Services for the process to be completed.
While your background check is being processed, you are encouraged to begin completing the training requirements for Volunteer I. These introductory courses provide a foundation in emergency management and prepare you for your role in the program.
FEMA Independent Study Courses
Register for a FEMA Student Identification Number (SID) at FEMA SID Registration, then complete:
California Office of Emergency Services Training
Create an account with the California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI) at www.csti.org and complete:
Additional onboarding requirements and instructions will be provided by the Admin Team.
All new applicants begin as Volunteer Candidates. This status allows you to work through the application, background check, and initial training requirements.
Volunteer Candidates are not yet official members of the Burbank Fire Corps. Full membership is granted after successfully completing all requirements for Volunteer I, including the background check and required onboarding.
Once approved for Volunteer I, you will be issued your official BFCP Identification Card and gain full membership status.
LiveScan fingerprinting is required as part of the application process. Your Admin Team contact will provide the necessary instructions and appointment information.
Appointment Required: Follow the instructions provided by the Admin Team to schedule your LiveScan appointment.
Background Check Fee: A $10 LiveScan service fee is required, payable in cash only at the time of your appointment.
Appointment Duration: The fingerprinting process typically takes 15–30 minutes. Allow additional time if you need to complete forms in person.
What to Bring: Bring your valid California Driver’s License or state-issued ID card, along with any completed forms or additional documents requested in your onboarding instructions.
Don’t Have a Printer? Printed forms are available at Management Services during your appointment. If you plan to complete the forms in person, please allow extra time.
We’re excited that you’re considering serving with the Burbank Fire Corps. Whether you have previous emergency response experience or are completely new to volunteering, your willingness to learn and serve is what matters most.
Complete the Get Involved form below to begin your application. Our team will follow up with you regarding the next steps.