Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Captain

Years in Fire/EMS:

30

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Salem, Oregon

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Rural-Metro fire department in Litchfield, AZ. 1 man stations with reserve respones. Wow!

About Me:

I hate this part; blowing your own horn. Oh well, it's all for fun...right?
Firefighter/paramedic with current employer since 1987. Current rank of captain. Instructor in darn near everything on the list of EMS related topics. Local community college affiliate faculty, tactical medic, blah, blah, blah. All this stuff and $1.00 can get me a cup of coffee somewhere.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Not sure. I got started by visiting the education office at Luke AFB and signing up for a class called "EMT 1" in 1976. And I wanted to be a cop, what a ride!

Why I Love Fire/EMS

My crew. Funny, and great individuals. Did I mention funny?

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Establishing and maintaining credibility.