Fire Careers
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Former IAFC president Bill Killen reflects on his time as one of the original members of an exclusive firefighting team tasked with high-risk missions
Departments thrive when today’s chiefs invest in tomorrow’s leaders from the very beginning
Tonya Hoover led from the top of the fire service. Her daughter, Alexandria Pecia, is now forging her own way in law enforcement
The former CAL FIRE chief of fire protection shares stories from her unique path from seasonal firefighter to fire chief and beyond
A panel on suicide awareness in the fire service highlights mental health challenges, risk factors, and resources for firefighters
A devastating MS diagnosis ultimately helped me be a champion of resilience and growth
Both extrinsic and intrinsic motivation are critical for keeping team members involved and prepared for the challenges they face
A trailblazing memoir from Clare Frank, California’s first (and only) female chief of fire protection
Engineer Manny Sharp of the Medford Fire Department was recognized for his life-saving actions while off duty
Even if the potential for a wildfire response is rare in your community, every member should be up-to-speed on exactly what that response entails
How fire service leaders can learn from key principles advocated at The Citadel
Five recommendations to address the evolving needs of our newest workforce
The SERVPRO Firefighter Challenge League showcases the strength and readiness of the firefighters from around the world