FAQ

The Denville Fire Department provides fire protection and emergency medical care for the Township of Denville, responding to a wide range of emergencies including fires, motor vehicle accidents, medical calls, and rescue incidents

Yes, the Denville Fire Department is a volunteer department, with community members who donate their time to train and respond to emergencies.

The department is organized as a local volunteer agency with multiple stations serving the township.

The department operates three stations within Denville and has approximately 70 volunteer firefighters, along with support personnel.

For non‑emergency business, you can contact the department’s headquarters at 973‑627‑0762 during regular administrative hours. In all emergencies, you must call 911 instead of the station phone number.

Yes, the department may provide station tours, fire safety presentations, and community event appearances when staffing allows. Residents, schools, and community organizations can submit requests through the department’s contact form or by calling the non‑emergency number in advance.

Denville is regularly seek new members to help respond to emergencies and support operations. Potential volunteers are encouraged to reach out, attend an information night every Monday at 7:30pm - 9:30pm, apply via our new member form or call the number provided on the recruiting page.

Requirements include meeting a minimum age requirement of 18 for active interior firefighting and EMT, with junior members starting at 16 years of age, living or working within an acceptable distance of town, having a valid driver’s license, and passing background and medical evaluations.

No prior fire or EMS experience is required. New members receive the training they need after being accepted into the department. The department generally provides all required training at no cost to the volunteer, such as Firefighter I, EMT, and other certifications depending on the role.

Volunteer firefighters and EMTs should expect a regular commitment of 1 weekly maintnence night and one monthly training night, plus time responding to calls, which can vary based on call volume and the volunteers availability. Prospective members can discuss time expectations with an officer to understand how training, meetings, and duty schedules work in Denville

Interested residents can typically start by contacting the department via phone or the website form, or stopping by Main St Firehouse any Monday from 7:30pm -9:30pm. From there, you will complete an application, meet membership or township requirements, and, once approved, begin your training.

Yes, the department offers a junior firefighter and EMS program that allows local youth to learn about the fire service, participate in supervised training, and prepare for future full membership in the department.
Junior members must meet age, school performance, and parental consent requirements set by the department and township, and their activities are limited and closely supervised to ensure safety and compliance with state regulations.