Type of Organization

Other Fire Department

Job Function

Administrative Staff / Team Member

Years in Fire/EMS:

26

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

El Paso County Wildland Fire Crew

Years With Department/Agency

5

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

U.S Air Force, 22 years. Medical field. 10 years in Aeromedical Evacuation out of Rhein Main, Germany.

My Training:

United States Air Force:90250 Medic, 91570- Medical Logistics, Civilian Safety Technician. Emergency Medical Technician.
Numerous local Wildland Fire courses.

About Me:

Retired from United States Air Force. Worked civil service for Department of Defense. Volunteer majority of my time with County Sheriff's Office, Wildland Fire Crew.

Day Job:

Retired, that is if I can slow down.

Relationship Status:

Single

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

This is a lifetime committment. I started with a Basic Red Cross card in 1965. Went to advance card in '66. Worked as "Ambulance Attendant" and volunteer firefighter for structure fire company. Joined Air Force,Air Evac for 9 years. The highlight of my career. What else could I do for retirement fun. Join a volunteer wildland fire crew, of course.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Participation and Recognition

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Training and safety.
Leadership in volunteer organizations.