Leadership
Leadership is one of the critical components of a successful crew, fire department and the fire service as a whole. The FireRescue1 Leadership resource page shares a variety of news, original analysis, podcasts and videos to enhance leadership throughout the ranks.
A tactical playbook for firefighters, company officers and chief officers
No one will remember what you did, but they will remember how you treated them
Undefined expectations and team overload are quietly undermining your workforce
The hiring of Craig Buckley comes as the Kansas City Fire Department confronts employee lawsuits, morale issues and concerns from community leaders over equity and leadership
Dr. Carl Schultz quietly retired as Orange County’s EMS medical director, months after fire chiefs called for his removal over decisions they said restricted paramedic care and damaged morale
As LAFD leaders warned they lacked resources, the department’s charity quietly paid the Lede Company to help shape messaging after the deadly Palisades Fire and a disputed after-action report
Tracking exposures, traumatic calls, hazmat incidents and unique situations creates a personal record that protects you long after the call ends
Intentional networking, trust and shared experience can turn informal conversations into an impactful network
Red flags are rarely subtle in hindsight
The bravest leaders fight the fires you can’t see
Lawnside’s fire trucks are inoperable, forcing the department to borrow rigs from neighboring towns as the fire chief and officials trade blame over delayed repairs and limited funding
Gear up for CRR Week through planning, participation and partnerships
Former Jackson firefighter Annie Wallen accepted an $85,000 settlement, ending a federal lawsuit alleging harassment, unequal treatment and lack of proper gear
Estimates show Baltimore County could spend about $263,000 on hazmat cleanings and ice machine replacements at all fire stations following a paramedic misconduct investigation
These practical leadership habits will strengthen skills, trust and belonging
How to lean into a customer-focused approach to modern fire service delivery
Fire Chief Jaime Moore said he is focused on future improvements, not assigning blame, after acknowledging that the official after-action report downplayed leadership failures
A 5-year driving ban, claims of interference and dueling accusations have pushed Liberty Township and the Mountain Lake Volunteer Fire Company into a legal showdown
With the right training and direction, rapid intervention should never be a dull assignment
Center your resolution on community, crew and competence to leave a lasting legacy
Retired Wildwood Fire Chief Daniel Speigel was recognized with the Arthur J. Glatfelter Distinguished Service Award for decades of service advancing the foundation’s mission
Hunt County commissioners voted to discontinue coverage for unincorporated areas outside Quinlan, citing incidents including a March 2025 fire that killed three people
Columbus Division of Fire Chief Jeff Happ submitted his retirement notice after an independent investigation found alleged supervisory and conduct violations
How are you tapping into the pillars — training and certification, formal education, experience and leadership — to drive continuous improvement?
Los Angeles Fire Commission President Genethia Hudley Hayes said a draft report had been sent to Mayor Karen Bass’ office for “refinements,” raising concerns about outside influence
Simple steps can go a long way toward protecting public safety agencies in an evolving cyber-risk environment
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has defended Bonsignore’s decades-long EMS leadership background, emphasizing her experience leading one of the nation’s largest EMS systems
Los Angeles Fire Chief Jaime Moore acknowledged that the department’s after-action report on the deadly 2025 Palisades Fire was edited to reduce criticism of LAFD leadership
The Center serves fire service leaders looking for credible insight to inform policy, strategy and organizational change
DiGiovanna, a Lexipol ambassador and FireRescue1 contributor, led the Verdugo Fire Academy where he trained and mentored thousands of recruits and firefighters
The battalion chief who wrote the Palisades Fire report refused to endorse the final version, saying substantial edits altered findings, removed failures and fell short of department standards
Technology may be the enabler, but leadership is the engine
In a Daily News opinion piece, FDNY EMS Lt. Anthony Almojera argues that appointing an EMS veteran as commissioner reflects today’s medical-first reality
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