Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS), Emergency Management Coordinator/Staff, Other Emergency Services Staff

Years in Fire/EMS:

6 years in Fire Rescue

Years With Department/Agency

6 years

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.hallandalebeachfl.gov

Day Job:

Avid Racquetball Player

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To network with other firefighters across the country

Why I Love Fire/EMS

of the experiences that I have had and will have

Top Issues Facing Responders:

The change in the health care dichotomy.
The budget cuts, where they look at first responders to make the ultimate cuts.