Membership

The Association offers four classes of membership, each designed to support and engage individuals committed to advancing the fire service across Pennsylvania.

Membership Classes

Active Member
Active Membership is available to senior management chief officers employed full-time (minimum 40 hours per week) by a political subdivision or other recognized organization within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Associate Member
Associate Membership is open to individuals working in or contributing to the fire service who do not meet the criteria for Active Membership. Eligible individuals include:

• Fire service personnel not serving in a senior management chief officer role

• Professors, instructors, and technical staff at accredited institutions teaching or researching fire science or fire administration

• Individuals who have made significant contributions to fire protection or emergency services

• Members of affiliated sections or organizations

Honorary Member
Honorary Membership may be awarded to individuals in recognition of outstanding service to the Association.

Alumni Member
Retired Active Members are designated as Alumni Members and retain access to key Association benefits.

Membership Benefits

Active and Alumni Members enjoy exclusive access to:

• Legislative advocacy and policy updates

• Education and training programs tailored to fire service leadership

• A comprehensive library of policy and guideline templates

• Participation in conferences, seminars, and professional development events

• A statewide network of fire service professionals

How to Apply

To apply for membership, please complete the official Membership Application and Pledge of Confidentiality form. Submit completed documents to:

Chief Brett Butler
City of Bradford Fire Department 
25 Chestnut Street
Bradford, PA 16701
Phone: 814-368-3141
Email: firechief@bradfordpa.com