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Pearl River County Fire And Rescue
Poplarville, MS · Pearl River County
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Department careers page ↗Pearl River County Fire Services is organized as eleven volunteer fire districts serving the county from Poplarville, Mississippi. Rather than a single career department, fire protection is provided by community-based volunteer companies coordinated at the county level.
The fire program operates under the county's Office of Emergency Services, which pairs firefighting with broader emergency management, warning systems, and disaster-preparedness work. County road crews collaborate with the volunteer departments on equipment and labor support.
A Fire Marshal and a Fire Coordinator provide county-wide oversight, while residents are directed to a fire district map to identify the department that serves their area.
Pearl River County staffs its fire protection through volunteers. To join, prospective members complete the county's Volunteer Application (PDF) and email it to recruitment contact Shawn Wise (swise@pearlrivercounty.net).
Applicants should contact the Fire Marshal to determine which of the eleven fire districts serves them and to confirm eligibility. Paid firefighter positions, when available, are posted through the county's CivicEngage jobs portal, which currently lists no open Emergency Services roles.
Requirements
- Complete the county Volunteer Application (PDF)
- Contact the Fire Marshal to determine your fire district and confirm eligibility
Hiring process
- Use the Fire District Map (PDF) to identify the district that serves you
- Fill out the Volunteer Application (PDF)
- Email the completed application to Shawn Wise (swise@pearlrivercounty.net)
- Contact the Fire Marshal to confirm district assignment and eligibility
How do I become a firefighter with Pearl River County?
Fire protection is provided by volunteers. Complete the county's Volunteer Application (PDF) and email it to Shawn Wise at swise@pearlrivercounty.net.
Which fire department will I serve with?
The county is covered by eleven volunteer fire districts. Use the county's Fire District Map (PDF) or contact the Fire Marshal to determine which district serves your area.
Are there paid firefighter jobs available?
Paid openings are posted through the county's CivicEngage jobs portal at pearlrivercounty.net/Jobs.aspx, which currently lists no open Emergency Services positions. You can subscribe to Notify Me alerts for future postings.
Who do I contact about eligibility to join?
Contact the Fire Marshal, Jonathan Head, at 601-795-3058 to determine your district and confirm eligibility to volunteer.