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Our Mission

This mission is underpinned by a vision to be the best community-focused fire department we can be - actively participating in the community, serving as role models, and effectively utilizing resources to provide excellent service. The department also focuses on educating the community on fire prevention and safety techniques. 

The Riverdale Volunteer Fire Department is dedicated to protecting and serving the Borough of Riverdale, its residents, and visitors alike. We also provide fire & rescue, the preservation of life, the protection of property, and the giving of aid to all victims is paramount.  

Applicant Requirements

1. Must be at least 16 years of age or older

2. Perspective members must live in Riverdale or within the bordering  towns.
  (Pompton Lakes, Bloomingdale, Butler, Kinnelon, Pequannock, & Haskell)

Application Process

1. Application to be received and completed in it's entirety.  

2. Applicant completes physical exam by borough medical provider

3. Applicant returns completed application to Chief of Department. 


After Acceptance of Application


4. Application processed by the Borough of Riverdale. 

5. Drug Screening

6. Fingerprint and Background Check

7. NJ State Firemen’s Association approval and issuance of line number. 

8. Registration for Firefighter 1  course, by the Department.


* All testing (drug, medical, and fingerprinting/background) provided at no cost to applicant. *

Benefits of Membership

Benefits of Membership include

1. Length of Service Awards Program (LOSAP)

2. Community Service and Engagement

3. Life Safety Skills

4. Camaraderie & Family 

Department Drills & Meeting Nights

1st Monday - Drill Night (7pm)

2nd Monday - Officers Meeting & Drill Night (7pm)

3rd Monday - Drill Night (7pm)

4th Monday - Department Meeting (8pm)

Firefighter-1 Course Options

The Firefighter-1 Course is an approximately 180 hour course, of both classroom and hands-on  training. The candidate must successfully complete the Firefighter-1 course within one year of their acceptance into department.  


Morris County Fire Academy  

17-Week Courses (Fall & Spring)  

4-Week Course (Summer)  

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​​Bergen County Fire Academy  

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Riverdale Volunteer Fire Department

56 Post Lane, Riverdale, New Jersey 07457, United States

For emergencies, please dial 911 Non-Emergencies: (973) 831-1584

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