Application for Employment-Firefighter 2022.pdfHuntsville Fire Department
Department Overview: The Huntsville Fire Department was formally established in 1953. The department was created by concerned citizens because of the lack of fire protection in the county. In its early years, the HFD protected all of Madison County.
Our department has a proud history as an all-volunteer organization but times have changed and a need exists to transition to a combination department and these two positions will be our first career firefighters.
City/County/Area Information: The City of Huntsville is part of the rapidly growing NW Arkansas Metropolitan area. Close enough to shopping and entertainment while surrounded by beautiful outdoor locations.
Compared to the rest of the country, Huntsville's cost of living is 14.0% lower than the U.S. average.
Population: Huntsville's population is 2,879 people.
The Huntsville Fire Department was organized shortly after WWII and formally recognized by the Insurance Services Office, the organization that establishes Public Protection Classifications, and the state of Arkansas in 1953. Since its inception, it has been staffed by volunteers within the community to respond to emergency situations ranging from fires, to medical calls, to water rescues, vehicle extrications, and high angle rope rescues. The members pride themselves on being aggressive with fire attacks, compassionate with medical assists, and ever ready to meet the challenges of those in imminent danger. The Huntsville Fire Department currently holds an ISO Public Protection Classification of 4.
The department has been under the command of the following chiefs, starting with the current chief:
Kevin Shinn
Lee Grady
Jeremy Shinn
Lucas Myer
Terry Phillips
Charles Coger
Randy Shinn
Fred Ed Northcross, III
Gene Shinn
Jack Scott
Steve Spurlock
Charles Gurley
Floyd Roberts
Ted Sutton
*A special thanks to Randy Shinn for providing the above information.
23 S Extrication.pdfMission statement
The mission of the Huntsville Fire Department is to minimize loss of life, property and the environment from fires, natural disasters, life threatening situations, and to assist other emergency agencies. Our mission shall be accomplished through quality SERVICE delivery as follows:
SAFETY: for the community we protect and the personnel that protect it.
EDUCATION: through programs for our citizens and youth.
RESPONSIVENESS: to the suggestions, influences, appeals or efforts of others.
VISION: from the past, to the present and into the future.
INSPECTIONS: investigations, inspections and pre-incident plans
COMMITMENT: to our community, our families, ourselves and each other.
EMPATHY: for all.
The vision of the Huntsville Fire Department is to be an established authority within Madison County recognized in all risk-related disciplines.
The Huntsville Fire Department values:
• Professionalism – "Consistently demonstrate a high standard".
• Health and Safety – Personal and professional health and safety is paramount in fulfilling the mission of the
Huntsville Fire Department.
• Teamwork– Encourage unity and a cooperative attitude
• Leadership: "Providing guidance and support throughout community and department"
• Tradition: "Preserving and carrying forward the legacy of those who served before us".
• Dedication: "Serve our community and department to the best of our ability".
HFD Eagle Logo.pdfContact Information
HUNTSVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Fire Chief Kevin Shinn
417 CHURCH STREET
PO Box 126
Business Phone: 479-738-2321
HUNTSVILLE, ARKANSAS 72740
Huntsville map.pdfCity of Huntsville Codes
In this section is a link to Huntsville’s City Code divided by chapters, known as titles. Click on any title to view, print, or download in PDF format.