Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department

Job Function

Fire Chief / Chief of Department

Years in Fire/EMS:

24

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Caddo Fire District #3

Years With Department/Agency

1

Dept. Web Site:

http://cfd3.org

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

14 years with the Bossier City Fire Department. Held the ranks of Firefighter/Paramedic, EMS Supervisor, Chief of EMS

My Training:

EMT-P
Firefighter II
Fire Officer I
BLS Instructor
ACLS Instructor

About Me:

47 years old. Married to Dedra Mitchell for 25 years. Two children-Nathan and Hannah
Licensed Auctioneer

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Initially took an EMT class to be better able to help my family if they were sick or injured. We lived several miles from an ambulance service or hospital.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

We make a difference

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Training, funding