Fire Careers
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Using this word tells every woman who serves in this beloved profession that she doesn’t belong – and signals to young girls that they shouldn’t join
It’s how we handle the day-to-day, person-to-person interactions that makes us who we are
The new year marks an opportunity to reflect on your accomplishments and goals ahead
Counting down the most stressful jobs by level of stress, driving home the importance of hiring responders who can remain calm during high-stress situations
The floating fire station has drawn curious eyes from around the world, starting with its initial conception and extending to crew operations
You can set your family up for a great holiday season by shifting your mindset and approach, even making your own traditions
Base salaries for certified firefighters and police officers will now be $50,895, per Smyrna city officials
The engineer serves several roles, from equipment checks to throwing ladders, medic assists and more
Though it might be hard to find the time, it’s important for spouses of first responders to focus on their own needs, too
Learn how therapy can improve communication, provide a safe place for family members to share and gain real-world coping mechanisms
Competency and discipline are distinct issues, but they often become intertwined for a number of reasons
You might think you could do the job better than the current officer, but leadership takes skill, earned respect and experience
“Everybody is smashed down here in the bottom half of the pay range,” said Webb Smith, a now-former Marietta member