Applies to all volunteer members (business membership):

• At least 18 years of age or older
  • A junior membership that carries restrictions is permitted for applicants at least 16 years old. Applicants must provide written permission from a parent/guardian to volunteer and secure working papers prior to application.
• Officially reside in New Jersey
  • An exemption is made for students enrolled in The College of New Jersey living in campus housing or a residence in Ewing while attending college.
• Satisfy the requirements for employment with Ewing Township
  • This includes an independent medical examination and drug test
• Provide complete and truthful information throughout the application process.
• Consent to a driver's license and criminal background check at any time during application or membership.
• Be willing to commit time and effort on a regular basis toward volunteer responsibilities.

Additional requirements for firefighter membership

• Be physically able to perform the functions of a firefighter
• Be able to complete basic firefighter training

Additional requirements for first aid unit membership:

• Be able to complete training and be certified by the State of NJ as an EMT-Basic which includes
  • Becoming certified in health professional-level CPR
  • Be physically able to perform the functions of an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
  • Read, write, and speak English
  • Having an acceptable criminal background check consistent with N.J.A.C. 8:40A-6.2. Applicants of concern include those:
    • Accepted into a pre-trial intervention, conditional discharge, or other diversionary program
    • Convicted of
      • Any crime;
      • Any disorderly persons offense; and/or
      • A petty disorderly persons offense involving the possession, utilization, sale, and/or distribution of any controlled dangerous substance; representing a risk of harm or health, safety or welfare of patients; and/or involving patient abuse or patient neglect.