Ocala/Marion County Fire Mentorship Program
Marion County Fire Rescue has a mentorship program for local community members who are interested in a career within the fire service. This program is specifically designed to get youth excited about a career in public safety
The Ocala-Marion Mentorship Program is a joint effort between MCFR and Ocala Fire Rescue, which aims to mentor cadets from the local community by developing their knowledge, skills, and abilities.
The program gives cadets a glimpse of the physical and mental challenges that are faced by firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics. Cadets will receive in-depth physical training, skills orientation for tools and equipment, and become acclimated with the fire gear.
The program also emphasizes the development of skills that include basic problem solving, teamwork, effective communication techniques, and leadership principles and practices.
Sponsorship tests will be held twice a year to consider cadets for attendance at the Florida State Fire College. Participation in the mentorship program could lead to a full scholarship at the college.
For more information, please call our training division at 352-291-8074.
This 24-week program features:
- Paid training - $15 an hour
- Paid certification/training at Florida State Fire College
- Medical & dental benefits
- Florida Retirement system
MCFR Non-certified Firefighter Program
Periodically, Marion County will hire trainees into our department.
This fully-paid training program allows non-certified firefighters and EMTs the chance to go to the Fire College in Marion County.
After the program is completed, the trainees will have a full-time career with Marion County Fire Rescue.
