Sandy

, Female

Portland Oregon

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization: Law Enforcement
Job Function: 911 Operator/Dispatcher, Other
Years in Fire/EMS:: 25
Primary Fire/EMS Department:: Lee's Summit, Missouri Fire Department
Years With Department/Agency: 20 years
About Me:: Started as a Police Dispatcher (prior to 9-1-1 services in City) 1980-1984. Fire Dispatcher 1987-1996, Secretary to Fire Chief & Office Coordinator 1996-2003, Fire Communications Supervisor, 2004-2007. Relocated to Portland OR, at current, not employed in Public Safety, but is my goal to get back into the "family".
Day Job:: Administrative Assistant - Private Entity
Relationship Status:: Divorced
Why I Joined Fire/EMS: Just by chance, career advancement at a Police Dept. Became a Police Dispatcher in 1980. Left in 1984, 3 years later reapplied with same City as fire dispatcher......and stayed becaused I loved it.
Why I Love Fire/EMS: Providing the best "pre-arrival care". Very satisfying to help someone in need!