Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department

Job Function

Fire Chief / Chief of Department

Years in Fire/EMS:

5

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

City of Goodland Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

1 1/2

My Training:

I have an Associates Degree in Fire Science from Aims Community College in Greeley Colorado. I am FFI, Haz-mat Ops and EMT-B/IV certified. I am starting my Bachelors degree in Fire Science and getting my FFII.

About Me:

I am a relaxed type of person, but I take my job very seriously. Safety is my # 1 priority. I think that schooling and training is the best thing that you can have in the fire service. I do agree that experience is important as well, but you need to be educated first to know how to do the job right the first time. My hobbies would be to shoot trap and hunt.

Day Job:

Full time Fire Chief

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To live the dream of helping people in time of danger and death. To help me become a better humanbeing.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

It is the only job that gives you satisfaction of helping people while at the same time giving you an adrenalin rush.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Seatbelt safety and learning to be a smart firefighter.