Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Lieutenant

Years in Fire/EMS:

17

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Tallahassee Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

12

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.tfdfire.com or http://www.talgov.com/fire/

Web Site:

http://www.co.jefferson.fl.us/fire-rescue.htm

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

7 years with Tallahassee Memorial Hospital - EMT/Paramedic,
Lake Iamonia Volunteer Fire Department- 5 years

My Training:

Firefighter, Engineer, Paramedic,FO1, Haz Medic
Tallahassee FD covers about 702 sq miles and serves approx. 272,000 residents,the State Capitol, 2 Universities & 1 state college. We have about 280 online personnel working out of 15 stations.We have the regional HazMat Team, USAR team, a Technical Rescue Team, and an award winning Extrication Team.We have 6 ALS stations. My '2nd' home was Station 6 for almost 10 years.I was moved to station 3 from there and now find myself on a floating shift, but enjoying it.

About Me:

I love working in the capital city, but live a half hour away in Monticello with my husband, 2 horses and 6 cats. I love my job. Was recently promoted to Lieutenant after enjoying the past 6 years as an Engineer...more adventures to come!!

Day Job:

Tallahassee Fire Department

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://Facebook

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Once it gets in you- there is NO getting rid of it. It's the best dang job there is!

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Too many reasons to list

Top Issues Facing Responders:

terrorism, safety issues, local and governmental support especially during difficult economic times