Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Assistant or Deputy Chief

Years in Fire/EMS:

39

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

City of Camden

Years With Department/Agency

33

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.ci.camden.nj.us/departments/fire.html

Web Site:

http://www.audubonfd.com/fire_prevention_tips.htm

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

•Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator/Hazardous Materials Officer (OEM) at Borough of Audubon
•Instructor at Tri-state Maritime Safety Association •Deputy OEM Coordinator at City of Camden
•Section Chief at TMSA - MIRT Camden City Soccer Club – Founder
Camden Angels Program – Founder

My Training:

Instructor: Tri-State Maritime Safety Association, Hampton Roads Marine Firefighting for Land Based Firefighters, Camden County ETC, Red Cross - First Responder
New Jersey Division of Fire Safety Statistics & Information Committee, Certified Promotional Examination Assessor
CCC College – Fire Safety Curriculum Committee
Member: Delaware Valley Regional Planning Committee, I-295, Rte 42 Regional Response Committee

About Me:

Respected fire ground and emergency management incident commander with thirty-nine(39) years fire service and twelve(12) years emergency management experience. Experienced in training, administration, staff supervision, suppression, emergency medical services, communications and emergency management coordination. Strong planning skills and experience with Master Planning as well as
Operational Period Plans.
Known as a tireless manager with both public and private sector experience.
Over one hundred (100) certifications and educational attendance awards in relevant management, supervision, planning, education and training, operational and specialized training for emergency response to public emergencies

Day Job:

Instructor in Marine Shipboard Fire Fighting for Land Based FF's

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.linkedin.com/myprofile?trk=hb_tab_pro

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I knew I wanted to be a fire fighter from the time I was a youngster watching Ladder 3 leave the station near my house.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

The professionals I work around.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Safety, minimum manning, and budgetary issues.