Fire Department · Combination
Clarendon County Fire Rescue
Manning, SC · Clarendon County
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Department careers page ↗Clarendon County Fire Rescue (CCFR) was formed on July 1, 2020, through the merger of the Clarendon County Fire Department (established 1977) and McLeod Health Clarendon Emergency Medical Services. The combined agency delivers fire suppression, EMS transport, medical first response, rescue, water rescue, and hazmat services across the county.
Covering roughly 696 square miles (607 land, 89 water) and serving about 35,000 residents, the department operates 17 stations, four of which are staffed around the clock. More than 150 career and volunteer personnel make up the organization.
CCFR stands out for its integrated fire-EMS model, including on-staff medical control and what it describes as South Carolina's first fire-based Community Paramedic Program. The state has recognized the county as a Fire Safe Community.
CCFR recruits for both career and volunteer roles across firefighter, apparatus driver/operator, emergency medical responder, EMT, paramedic, and support positions. Prospective members apply through the online Application Request form on the department's website, indicating whether they are interested in career, volunteer, or both, and noting any current certifications (or "NA" if none).
Applicants must be at least 16 years old. Because the department operates a combination system with 24-hour stations and its own EMS transport, there are pathways for firefighters, EMS providers, and cross-trained candidates alike.
Requirements
- At least 16 years of age
- List current certifications for career positions ("NA" acceptable if none)
- Indicate interest in career, volunteer, or both
Hiring process
- Submit the online Application Request form on the department website
- Indicate desired position(s) and career/volunteer preference
- List any current certifications and nearest Clarendon County community
How do I apply to join Clarendon County Fire Rescue?
Submit the online Application Request form on the department's website, where you can indicate your desired position, whether you want career or volunteer work (or both), and list any current certifications.
What positions can I apply for?
The department recruits firefighters, apparatus drivers/operators, emergency medical responders, EMTs, paramedics, and support personnel.
Does CCFR hire career firefighters or only volunteers?
It is a combination department with both career and volunteer members. On the application you can indicate interest in career, volunteer, or both.
What is the minimum age to apply?
Applicants must be at least 16 years old.
Do I need certifications to apply?
For career positions you should list any current certifications; if you have none, entering "NA" is acceptable.
What shift schedule do the staffed stations work?
Four stations are staffed 24/7 on a 24-hour on-duty, 72-hour off-duty rotation.