Jesse Schilling is the battalion chief of Safety & Recruitment for Sarasota County (Florida) Fire Department, bringing more than 19 years of service to the organization. In his role, Schilling leads department-wide initiatives focused on firefighter wellness, risk management, leadership development and continuous quality improvement. He also serves on the IAFC Company Officer Section Board and the IAFC iWork Council, and is currently pursuing his MBA at the University of South Florida.