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Fire Chaplain Volunteer
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About this role
POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED
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Job Information: Fire Chaplain Volunteer
Department: Fire
Reports to: Division Chief of Training & Safety
Location: Primarily, Fire Station #1
Civil Service: No
Bargaining Unit: Volunteer
Pay Grade: N/A
Overtime Status: N/A
FLSA Status: N/A
JOB SUMMARY
Volunteer Fire Chaplains provide emotional support, counseling, and assistance to Marion Fire Department (MFD) employees and other responders, as needed, to their immediate families, and to the community during and following emergency and crisis situations.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/WORK PERFORMED
- Offer confidential counseling to MFD employees and their families.
- Participate in critical incident debriefings.
- Make referrals in cases where specialized attention in needed or in those cases beyond the chaplain's abilities or responsibilities.
- Participate in training courses to enhance service effectiveness.
- Visit fire stations, as well as participate in "ride-a-longs" when arranged, to develop relationships with fire personnel.
- Attend assigned department meetings.
- Respond to major disasters, including mass casualty events, death, or serious injury to MFD personnel at the request of incident commanders or other agencies or hospitals.
- Attend special events as requested, such as funerals.
- Ability to be "on-call" and accessible when needed, including evenings and weekends.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Knowledge of departmental mission, command structure, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of the distinct challenges experienced by firefighters and other first responders.
- Knowledge of Critical Incident Stress Debriefing, of the willingness to learn Critical Incident Stress Debriefing.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding victims and personnel consistent with State and Federal laws/regulations and department policy.
- Skilled in developing and maintaining good relationships with departmental personnel, volunteer chaplains, and others.
- Ability to present service in a strictly secular fashion.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & PHYSICAL ABILITIES
- Ability to take directions from the fire chief and/or their designee.
- Ability to read, speak, write, and understand English to effectively communicate with employees and residents face to face, by telephone, two-way radio, and in written form.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to climb stairs and traverse uneven terrain.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including at the scene of an incident.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Chaplain must be ordained or credentialed to provide Chaplain services.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of crisis management and counseling.
- Manifest a broad base of individual and professional experience demonstrating emotional stability and personal flexibility.
- Must have a valid Iowa driver's license.
REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECKS
- Criminal Background Check
- Sex Offender Registry Check
- Driving Record Check
- Drug Screen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Fire Chaplain Volunteer position at cityofmarion?
The salary for this Fire Chaplain Volunteer role at cityofmarion is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Fire Chaplain Volunteer position at cityofmarion located?
This Fire Chaplain Volunteer role at cityofmarion is based in Marion, Iowa, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Fire Chaplain Volunteer role at cityofmarion full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Volunteer position. It is posted as a Fire Chaplain Volunteer role in the Fire department at cityofmarion.
Which team or department does the Fire Chaplain Volunteer at cityofmarion belong to?
This Fire Chaplain Volunteer position is part of the Fire department at cityofmarion. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Fire Chaplain Volunteer position at cityofmarion?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to cityofmarion's official application portal hosted on bamboohr where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Fire Chaplain Volunteer job at cityofmarion posted?
This Fire Chaplain Volunteer position at cityofmarion was posted on Apr 7, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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