Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Combination

Job Function

Battalion Chief / Division Chief

Years in Fire/EMS:

15

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Apple Valley, Mn

Years With Department/Agency

10

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.applevalleyfire.org

Web Site:

http://www.cfalls.net

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

I used to work for Allina as an EMT 2001-2003.

My Training:

FF1
FF2
EMT
Many other classes

About Me:

I wanted to be a police officer and a fire fighter ever since I was a kid. I started in both services as an Explorer. I was a CSO after high school and after 3 years I transferred to a Fire Fighter position, and I finished College. In 2004 I became a police officer for my full time job. In 2005 I also became District Chief at my Fire Station. I respond from Apple Valley Fire Station 1!!

Day Job:

Police Officer

Relationship Status:

Single

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I like to help my community and be part of something bigger. I want to feel like I am contributung to this world.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

It's Cool!!!! People respect you a little more when you tell them what you do.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

1) Man power in volunteer departments.
2) Retaining employee's
3) Fire Fighter safety.
4) Fire Fighter commitment to the job.