Keys to a Volunteer Department Transitioning to Combination Without Losing Its Volunteers

June 30, 2026

Many volunteer fire departments see benefit in hiring paid firefighters to staff peak emergency volume times or when volunteers are less available. However, transitioning from all-volunteer to a combination department can be challenging. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to make the process easier. In a recent article for Firehouse, NVFC board member Joe Maruca outlines how to foster a smooth transition without losing volunteers in the process. Read article.