Fire Careers
Find all things related to a career in the fire service on FireRescue1’s fire career topic page, including training requirements, promotion tips, leadership content and more.
Detailing the requirements to become a wildland firefighter, what they do day to day, and how to get started on this career path
With significant change afoot at the national level, perhaps now is the time to reposition the fire service to better recognize – and elevate – our role in government
Why do so many female firefighters fail to support other women looking to join the ranks or promote within the department?
Get to know your people, listen to their input, and allow them to use their skills and abilities
It’s time to start a shopping list
Implementing these principles can help maximize the impact of the information
Here are seven strategies to pay down debt and live within your means
Tactical tips, safety guidelines and a key mantra to be successful in this role
Successful leaders have offered wise advice over the years about how to ensure that you live and breathe strong leadership
Test how your personality aligns with the motivation, teamwork and key character traits that exemplify firefighters around the world
New chiefs, don’t make too many changes too fast or you’ll face significant resistance
Your work as a firefighter is strikingly similar to the work you’ll face as a patient – and the team around you is similarly supportive
The newest state-of-the-industry survey sharpens the focus on fire department leadership