Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Other

Years in Fire/EMS:

31

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Pasco Fire Rescue

Years With Department/Agency

5

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

City of Winter Haven Florida Fire Department

My Training:

Firefighter,Emt,Paramedic,Rope Rescue, Haz-Mat tech., Fire Inspector, Fire Instructor, Fire Investigator.

About Me:

I have been in the Fire Service since I was 16yrs. old. I volunteered in High School, and have worked at three different departments. I have an BS in Fire Science, and will have my MBA in Public Administration by this time next year (if not before).

Day Job:

Fir e Investigator

Relationship Status:

Single

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To help people who have suffered.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I get to help folks, and I meet some of the best people.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Budget, cut backs, lack of training, lack of equipment, lack of understanding by politicians.