Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Training Officer

Years in Fire/EMS:

21

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

DFW Fire Service

Years With Department/Agency

9

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Sheridan Fire Department, Sheridan Colorado. Littleton Fire Department, Littleton Colorado.

My Training:

Structural Firefighter, ARFF Firefighter

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I cannot sit behind a desk for 8 hours. I need a good challenge every once and awhile.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

It's the best job

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Financial crisis for most Departments and concerns of staff cuts. Reduction in tax rolls with declining property values and lack of sales tax.