Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Fire Chief / Chief of Department

Years in Fire/EMS:

9

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Adah Volunteer Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

9

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.myspace.com/adahvfd

My Training:

Certified Firefighter I, Pa State Certified Rescue Tech., Hazmat Operations, Pump Operations, EVOC, RIT, River Rescue, and alot more

About Me:

I'm the Fire Chief of the Adah Volunteer Fire Department. 2010 is my first year as Fire Chief, but I was Assistant Fire Chief for the 3 years Prior. My department recently recieved a DHS grant for a new Engine Rescue. I wrote the grant and I am extremely proud of this accomplishment. I have a bachelors degree in Emergency Managment. I am looking for a career in emergency services. I currently work for Washington County Public Safety as a Telecommunications Officers.

Day Job:

Washington County Telecommunications Officer

Relationship Status:

In a Relationship

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To serve my community.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I love to help people. The rush of going into a burning structure or vehicle extrication is unbelivable, ultimatly becuase of saving lives and property

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Saftey