Established in 1998, the Connector Program is a collaboration between the Mesa Fire Department and Mesa Community College. The program is designed to provide social service assistance in the City of Mesa after the initial 9-1-1 call. Services include:

• Social Service Referral
• Elder Care Referral
• Homeless-Shelter Needs
• Transportation
• Fire Victim Assistance
• Financial Referral
• Motorist Assistance

The program began with 20 volunteers with limited hours of operations. Today more than 500 volunteers have been trained. Furthermore, service hours have been expanded. Connector volunteers operate from 7 am –10 pm, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Award Winning Program

The Connector Program has received local and national recognition for its assistance in helping provide community support and assistance. In 2003, the program received the Maricopa Community College Outstanding Community College service award acknowledging it's role in providing essential community support services.

• Community involvement/Supporting your community
• First-hand exposure to fire department operations
• College credit
• Networking
• Peer support
• Social services experience

Make a difference. Become a volunteer.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Valid Arizona drivers license & insurance
• Current CPR certification

Connector Application Process

Fire Department Connector applications will be accepted as described below. This application process is not for Fire Fighter applications. Please visit our Firefighting Recruit Process for hiring updates.  Only Fire Department Connector Applications will be accepted. 

The next Connector Recruitment will begin on Monday, September 8, 2008 and end on Friday, September 19, 2008. 

Please go to the Connector Application Packet to download a copy, or you can pick one up from the Fire and Life Safety Education office, at 13 West First Street, Mesa, AZ, 85201.   

• Training is provided for those selected.

• Connectors must attend all mandatory training.

• A one year commitment to the program is expected.

Selection Process

 The selection process includes an oral panel interview.  Only individuals who have completely filled out their applications will be offered an interview.

Commitment

Once confirmed, Connectors are expected to commit one year of service to the program. Initial training is provided and required. Attendance of quarterly training is required.

Fall 2008 Connector Training:

Connectors In Action

View our Connectors In Action page to see photographs of training and/or everyday activities.

More Information:

• Contact Warren Sprecher at 480-644-3664 or by email

• Print a Connector Brochure

Connectors Bryce Deremer and Brad Whitley are honored for their outstanding Connector service by Mesa Fire Chief, Chief Beck