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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 Florida fire department’s targeted approach to mental health has resulted in lower turnover rate and enhanced recruitment efforts
If you recognize more than a few of the following traits in yourself, head over to headquarters and grab an application
Key focus areas include after-action reviews, expectation-setting, daily learning opportunities and openness to difficult conversations
What I learned about myself – and the fire service – by attending rookie school two times, 20 years apart
Orange County Fire Authority’s Organizational Doctrine became a North Star for the agency
A mission statement explains the why, and a leader’s intent explains the how
This structured environment for presenting real-world scenarios fosters a space for critical thinking and healthy debate
How to depart the fire service on a positive note and on your own terms
Macon-Bibb County Fire Department Deputy Chief Ronald Smith, Jr. is the third generation to be a member of the department
A special “thank you” to all the mothers who double as first responders