Volunteers in Fairfax County contribute thousands of hours of services annually. It’s far more than doing a good deed, it's a way to develop skills, learn more about career options, make professional contacts, socialize and, importantly, have an impact on your community. The Office of Emergency Management promotes emergency preparedness and education with the help of volunteers.
Working directly with the Fairfax County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue, Police, and Health departments, the Fairfax County Citizen Corps Council brings together first responders and other community organizations crucial to emergency preparedness and the development of volunteer opportunities and training to meet community needs.
The Office of Emergency Management's (OEM) Volunteer Corps volunteers are trained in emergency preparedness and emergency management principles to help inform the public. The staff public events, presentations, and trainings. OEM is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers to help.