Holland Fire Department

Holland Fire Department The Holland Fire Department was organized in February of 1945 for the protection of life and property against fire for the citizens of the Town of Holland.

Since February 1945, the Fire Service has taken on numerous tasks and the Holland Fire Department has maintained its skill level to meet the emergencies we are called upon to respond to. Fire Suppression, Hazardous Materials Emergencies, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Medical Emergencies, Boating and Water Emergencies and more recently meeting the need to respond to terrorist threats/incidents to name a

few. The Holland Fire Department covers an area of just over 16 square miles with a Full-Time population of around 2,500 residents with an increase to around 5,000 residents during the summer months. We have Hamilton Reservoir and a hand full of smaller lakes with many different recreational water activities taking place on all of them. We not only work within the borders of Holland, but are part of a larger force of trained professionals willing and able to meet the call for assistance to our neighbors on our boarders and across the Commonwealth.

06/05/2026

JUNE 3, 2026: The Holland Police Department is accepting applications for the positions of full-time and part-time police officers. Commencing on July 1, 2026, there will be one 1 full-time position available, and we regularly accept applications for the position of part-time officer.

(1). The full-time officer’s FY27 salary is $31.73 per hour. The benefits package includes a portion of health insurance paid for by the Town at the allowable percentage rate, currently 65%, vacation time, paid holidays, personal time off, and paid sick days.

*The full-time position is a Flexible Impact Relief Shift that requires daytime, nighttime, overnight, and weekend availability, and may require Lake Patrol duties in addition to Road Patrol duties. The purpose of the Flexible Impact Relief Shift is to provide police coverage while other officers utilize time off, and when those other officers are temporarily unavailable. The regular working schedule is Wednesdays through Sundays, from 10 AM - 6 PM; however, the officer may be required to work different hours than their regular shift, depending on operational needs.

A full job posting is available here:https://www.town.holland.ma.us/sites/g/files/vyhlif3266/f/news/job_posting_full-time_police_officer_03jun2026_holland_ma-_long_2.pdf

(2). Part-time police officer positions require daytime, nighttime, overnight, weekend, and holiday availability and may require Lake Patrol duties in addition to Road Patrol duties. The position requires a minimum availability of four 4 shifts per month, to include two 2-day shifts and two 2-evening shifts. Part-time police officers provide shift coverage for full-time officer vacancies and extra coverage when needed. The part-time officer FY27 salary is $27.47 per hour.

A full job posting for part-time officer is available here:https://www.town.holland.ma.us/sites/g/files/vyhlif3266/f/news/job_posting_part-time_police_officer_03jun2026_holland_ma-_long_2.pdf

**All applicants must meet current Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) and Municipal Police Training Committee (M.P.T.C.) requirements, be at least 21 years old, have (or be eligible to obtain) a valid driver's license, and a Massachusetts License to Carry Firearm LTC. Applicants must be a high school graduate, pass a background investigation, and reside within 15 miles of the Town of Holland by the time of appointment.

All questions and correspondence concerning the position can be forwarded to Lieutenant Edwin F. Ward via voicemail, (413) 245-0117, ext: 334, or e-mail [email protected].

Cover letters and resumes can be mailed to Holland Police Department- 27 Sturbridge Rd, Holland, MA 01521, faxed to (413) 245-4482, or emailed to [email protected]. Please specify if you are applying for the full-time position or for a part-time position.

The Town of Holland is an equal opportunity employer, and positions remain open until filled.

Today (Friday 5/29/26), members of the Holland Fire Department had a fantastic time participating in Holland Elementary ...
05/30/2026

Today (Friday 5/29/26), members of the Holland Fire Department had a fantastic time participating in Holland Elementary School's Field Day! We joined students throughout the day for several fun and interactive activities, including a firefighter challenge course where students tested their firefighting skills, we also provided a cooling station to help everyone stay comfortable in the warm weather.

To add to the fun, we handed out junior firefighter helmets, sunglasses, and freeze pops to the students throughout the day. Seeing all the smiles and excitement made the event even more special!

A special thank you to the Holland Elementary School staff and the Holland PTO for organizing such a wonderful event and inviting us to be a part of it. We truly appreciate all the hard work that goes into making Field Day a memorable experience for the students.

We always enjoy opportunities to connect with our community, build positive relationships, and make lasting memories with the children and families we serve.

We had a blast and hope everyone else did too!

Today we honor all those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom🇺🇸
05/25/2026

Today we honor all those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom🇺🇸

This past Friday evening (May 22, 2026) the members of the Holland Fire Department held our annual SCBA Dodgeball traini...
05/24/2026

This past Friday evening (May 22, 2026) the members of the Holland Fire Department held our annual SCBA Dodgeball training. This training helps members understand how much air they will use while preforming tasks during physical activities, much like when they are working during a fire. It helps give them an idea of how much time they can expect to have while working with their SCBA's (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus), and practice different breathing techniques to help conserve air consumption under stressful conditions. It's a great training for the members to not only understand the limitations of their equipment and their bodies, but it's also a great team building exercise and allows us to have some fun and a few laughs at the same time. After the timed session was completed, we had a few more games and included the local kids that were watching us during the training.

The members of the Holland Fire Department send our thoughts and prayers to the Boston Fire Department following the Lin...
05/24/2026

The members of the Holland Fire Department send our thoughts and prayers to the Boston Fire Department following the Line of Duty death of Robert Kilduff Jr. Our most sincere condolences to his family, friends and the men and women of the Boston Fire Department. Rest in peace brother.

05/20/2026

It's getting hot in here! If you're breaking out the air conditioner to beat the heat, remember that ACs and other heavy appliances should always be plugged directly into a wall outlet -- not an extension cord or power strip. More electrical safety tips: https://ow.ly/TFJg50SBOW6

Thank you to all of the EMS professionals that give their all every day to make a difference when it matters most!!
05/18/2026

Thank you to all of the EMS professionals that give their all every day to make a difference when it matters most!!

The members of the Holland Fire Department would like to thank all of our brothers and sisters in blue for all that you ...
05/12/2026

The members of the Holland Fire Department would like to thank all of our brothers and sisters in blue for all that you do to keep us safe, we appreciate you!!

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7 Sturbridge Road
Holland, MA
01521

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