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 At Ventura County Fire Department, we’re more than just first responders — we’re a team dedicated to safety, prevention, and community support. Whether you’re here to learn about ways to get involved, explore career opportunities, or discover how we’re making a difference, we’re glad you stopped by.

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Dispatcher

Be the critical link between emergencies and rapid response, ensuring our teams are dispatched swiftly when every second counts.

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Fire Inspector

Protect the community by ensuring safety standards and preventing fire hazards before they arise.

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Fire Control Worker

Join the front lines of wildfire prevention, keeping Ventura County safe through controlled burn practices and rapid responses.

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Field Positions

Interested to see what other careers the Department has to offer? Explore our career opportunities in other field positions and various operational roles that support our services.

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Youth Programs

girls' fire camp

Girls’ Fire Camp is a free two-day experience designed to engage young women ages 14 to 18 and share what it’s like to be a firefighter through fun, hands-on activities. Led by inspirational female firefighters from agencies across the west coast, Girls Fire Camp features different scenarios each day. For more information about the camp, click here.

Junior Fire Academy

Junior Fire Academy is a free, intensive five-day camp for boys and girls ages 13 to 15, offering hands-on experience and education about fire safety careers. Take a closer look at the VCFD Junior Fire Academy by watching this video. For more information about the program and how to register, click here.

Fire Explorers Program

The Ventura County Fire Explorer Program is designed for young men and women ages 16 to 20 interested in pursuing a firefighting career. This engaging program focuses on building self-confidence and leadership skills through community-related activities. Explorers earn the opportunities to participate in ride-alongs, assist firefighters with station activities, and participate in limited emergency incidents. To learn more about the program, click here.
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Junior Fire Academy (Ages 13-15)

The VCFD Junior Fire Academy is an entirely free, intensive five-day camp designed for boys and girls to experience what it’s like to be a firefighter—and learn more about fire safety careers.
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Girls’ Fire Camp (Ages 14-18)

The VCFD Girls’ Fire Camp is an entirely free two-day experience designed to engage young women—and share what it’s like to be a firefighter through fun, hands-on activities.
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Fire Explorer (Ages 16 to 21)

The Ventura County Fire Explorer Program is designed for young men and women who are interested in a firefighting career. This fun, interactive, hands-on program provides participants with opportunities to enhance their self-confidence and develop leadership skills through community-related activities.
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Fire Control Worker (Ages 18+)

Fire Control Workers in Ventura County are essential guardians of public safety, exhibiting exceptional skill and courage in managing fire hazards and protecting the community. Fire Control Workers work on a crew constructing fire lines with chainsaws and hand tools for fuel reduction and vegetation management.
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Firefighter (Ages 21+)

Firefighters in Ventura County play a vital role in fire prevention and control, demonstrating unwavering dedication and bravery in safeguarding lives and property. They respond to emergency calls, extinguish fires, and conduct rescue operations, while actively promoting fire prevention through public education and building inspections.
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Volunteer

Our VCFD Volunteer program is about more than just time spent. Those who can, do. Those who can do more, volunteer. Our Community Education Program delivers fire prevention, education, and safety programs for children, adults, and seniors. VCFD Volunteers go out into the community and work to make this possible. Working together, we all make a difference—one volunteer, one program, and one action at a time.

For more information on volunteer activities available with VCFD call 805.389.9745 or contact us at vcfd.volunteers@ventura.org.

VCFD Volunteer Form The Volunteer Program recruits quarterly. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please complete and submit an online form to start the process.

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NOTE: Ventura County Fire Department does NOT have a volunteer firefighter program.

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Composed of approximately 600 dedicated men and women, the Ventura County Fire Department is an all-hazard, full-service agency. We proudly provide fire protection, medical aid, rescue, hazardous materials response, and a variety of other services to the public.

Contact Information

  • Ventura County Fire Department
  • 2400 Conejo Spectrum Street
    Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
  • vcfd@ventura.org
  • 805-389-9710

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  • Designated Officer - 805-389-4279

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