Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Lieutenant

Years in Fire/EMS:

31

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Gravel Ridge Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

2

Dept. Web Site:

http://gravelridgefire.org

Web Site:

http://www.gravelridgefiredepartment.com

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Sherwood Fire Department, AR
Medicine Park Fire Department, OK
Northeast Fire Department, MD
Morton Fire Company, PA

My Training:

Hazmat Instructor
ICS Instructor (100 thru 400)
NIMS Instructor
Company Training Officer
Arkansas Certified Emergency Manager
DHS Exercise Evaluator

About Me:

25 year combat veteran (US Army). Retired in 2004. I teach Homeland Security related courses to First Responders throughout the state of Arkansas. I also evaluate DHS/FEMA/US Army exercises for the CSEPP program. Former State and County Emergency Manager.

Day Job:

Paid Firefigher/Shift Supervisor

Relationship Status:

In a Relationship

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Second generation Firefighter

Why I Love Fire/EMS

It's a very rewarding profession

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Funding
Training