Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Safety Officer

Years in Fire/EMS:

17 yrs.

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Chautauqua Volunteer Fire Dept.

Years With Department/Agency

17

My Training:

FF1 Haz Mat 1st. Resp. Fire Police, Auto Extrication, Aircraft Fire&Rescue,Incident Command & Incident Safety Officer.

About Me:

I was Chief of Dept. from 1999 to 2005. During my term we built a 3mil$ fire hall.I also serve on the truck comittee and we will take delivery on a 75ft. stick in March 2008.

Day Job:

Bartender, also Summer work at a golf course.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I get satisfaction from helping resolve emergency situations.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Helping others.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Recruitment and Retention.