What State do you live in?

CA

Type of Organization

Paid Fire Department

Job Function

EMT/Paramedic, Other

Years in Fire/EMS:

30

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

The City of Oakland Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

1

Dept. Web Site:

http://https://www.oaklandca.gov/departments/fire

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

EMS Commander/Captain - Falck Alameda Co.
ALCO TEMS Operator - Falck Alameda Co.
Base Manager / Flight Paramedic - Mercy Air
Paramedic FTO
Police Officer - San Francisco PD
Single Role Paramedic - Rual Fire EMS
Volunteer FF/Paramedic - Engineer

My Training:

CCTP/FP-C Paramedic
Firefighter 1
Engineer 1A-1B
Post Certified Police Officer
TECC/TEMS Advanced Tactical Paramedic
Culinary trained / Hospitality and management

About Me:

I have worked in Emergency Serviced for 30 years this March. I am a husband, father of three. I spent the majority of my career in private EMS 911 services, five years as a sworn police officer, and volunteered in my hometown fire protection district earning my Engineer and operator. I moved over to the public sector this last year as EMS Coordinator for the Oakland Fire Department.

Day Job:

EMS Coordinator

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://facebook.com/WattsALCO

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I started my desire and interest in grade school, completed my EMT prior to turning 18 and never looked back. Earned my Paramedic at nineteen years old. I've always enjoyed and desired helping others.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

The always changing dynamic and culture

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Mental health