CCFR – City and Borough of Juneau

Capital City Fire/Rescue launches paid apprenticeship program – no experience required

Capital City Fire/Rescue (CCFR) is proud to announce the launch of a brand-new Paid Firefighter Apprenticeship Program, designed to provide a fast-track into a rewarding and secure career in emergency services—no prior experience required.

This unique 10-month program will accept six motivated individuals who will receive paid, hands-on training and multiple certifications that will qualify them for permanent, year-round positions with CCFR. Apprentices will earn while they learn, gaining critical skills without needing to attend college, relocate, or spend years volunteering to get their foot in the door.

“In a time when career stability is harder to come by, emergency services continues to offer excellent job security, benefits, and a deep sense of purpose,” said Rich Etheridge, Chief of Capital City Fire/Rescue. “This program is an investment in our community and in the future of public safety in Juneau.”

Apprentices will receive training and certifications in areas such as structural firefighting, emergency medical response, rescue, and more—all while staying right here in Juneau.

CCFR is looking for applicants who are:

Community-service minded
Physically fit
Of excellent moral character

No emergency services background is required —just a strong work ethic and a commitment to serving the people of Juneau. The program will begin Monday, July 28.

Applications are due no later than 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 26, 2025.

This is your opportunity to build a meaningful career with CCFR, where you’ll be part of a close-knit team protecting your neighbors and making a real difference every day.

Applications are open now at governmentjobs.com/careers/juneau.

June 5th, 2025|

Public comment open for Capital City Fire Rescue FY23-FY25 spending plan of Title III funds

The Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 was reauthorized and signed into law as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act by President Biden on November 15, 2021. This reauthorization allows for new uses of Title III payments to states. The City and Borough of Juneau’s Capital City Fire and Rescue program proposes the FY23-25 spending plan for eligible expenditures under Title III. The full proposal can be found on the City’s website, at the link below.

Following the 45-day public comment period, and after taking into full consideration the comments received, the City and Borough of Juneau will issue a decision on the proposed use of funds. This proposal will not pass through the City and Borough of Juneau’s Assembly for public hearing. The FY23 and FY24 funds have already been appropriated and the revenue received with the adoption of the FY23 and FY24 city budgets, and the Assembly appropriated the funds to Capital City Fire and Rescue for the purpose outlined in this document in FY25 through the adoption of the FY25 City Budget.

Comments may be submitted in writing by October 22, 2024 to the City’s Finance Office via email to [email protected] or regular mail to 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, Alaska 99801.

FY23-25 CCFR Secure Rural Schools Act Title III – County Funds (SEC. 301-304) Spending Plan Proposal

September 6th, 2024|

Public comment open for Capital City Fire Rescue FY22-FY24 spending plan of Title III funds

The Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 was reauthorized and signed into law by President Biden on November 15, 2021. This reauthorization allows for new uses of Title III payments to states. The City and Borough of Juneau’s Capital City Fire and Rescue program proposes the FY22-24 spending plan for eligible expenditures under Title III. The full proposal can be found on the City’s website, at the link below.

Following the 45-day public comment period, and after taking into full consideration the comments received, the City and Borough of Juneau will issue a decision on the proposed use of funds. This proposal will not pass through the City and Borough of Juneau’s Assembly for public hearing. The FY22 and FY23 funds have already been appropriated and the revenue received with the adoption of the FY22 and FY23 city budgets, and the Assembly intends to appropriate the funds to Capital City Fire and Rescue for the purpose outlined in the full proposal in FY24 through the adoption of the FY24 City Budget.

Comments may be submitted in writing by October 28, 2023 to the City’s Finance Office via email to [email protected] or via postal mail to 155 Municipal Way, Juneau, Alaska 99801.

FY22-24 CCFR Secure Rural Schools Act Title III – County Funds (SEC. 301-304) Spending Plan Proposal

September 11th, 2023|

March 3 Fire at Glacier View Trailer Court

Today, Friday, March 3, Capital City/Fire Rescue responded to a fire at Glacier View Trailer Court resulting in one fatality, one injury, and total structural loss. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

At 10:40 a.m., Capital City Fire/Rescue responded to reports of a confirmed structure fire at 50 Glacier View Trailer Court, with one person still inside the structure. Arriving on scene, CCFR found heavy fire and bystanders attempting to enter the structure for a rescue effort. Fire crews made initial entry for fire attack and rescue. Inside the structure, crews discovered a deceased individual. The individual was removed from the structure and fire crews transitioned to a defensive fire attack. Following reestablishment of the water supply, due to heavy snow covering the hydrant, crews reenteered the structure and finished extinguishing the fire.

One individual was transported to Bartlett Hospital for treatment for burn injuries. Two dogs were also found deceased.

Juneau Police Department remains on scene working with the Fire Marshal. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

No firefighter injuries were reported. Firefighters from across the borough responded to the scene.

March 3rd, 2023|

Santa Rides Returns to Juneau December 16 and 17

Santa Claus is coming to Juneau! Capital City Fire/Rescue, Alaska State Firefighters Association Juneau Chapter, IAFF Local 4303, and Douglas Fire Association will once again bring some extra holiday cheer to Juneau as members of CCFR and their families parade the streets of Juneau together with Santa.

On Friday, December 16, Santa will ride through the Mendenhall Valley and on Saturday, December 17, Santa will visit Lemon Creek before riding through Downtown and Douglas.

On Friday, December 16, at 6 p.m., Santa will begin his Mendenhall Valley route at Glacier Valley Elementary School and end at Glacier Valley Church of God.
On Saturday, December 17, at 4 p.m., Santa will visit Gruening Park in Lemon Creek.
On Saturday, December 17, at 6 p.m., Santa will begin his Downtown and Douglas route at Mount Roberts Tramway and end at Douglas Fire Station.

Download the full route maps here.

Please maintain a 6 foot distance from those outside your bubble and wear masks when social distancing is not possible. And the holiday spirit would not be complete without candy canes; all candy canes will be individually wrapped and distributed by volunteers in masks.

For more information, visit asfajuneau.org/santa-rides or see the 2022 flier.

For questions, please contact Assistant Chief Ed Quinto at Ed Quinto at (907) 586-5322 ext. 4344 or [email protected].

December 5th, 2022|