Fire Careers
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Highlighting the most eye-opening results from the annual state-of-the-industry survey
Recapping the themes that dominated events, headlines and kitchen table conversations, plus tips for how to thrive in 2025
Following a devastating accident, a paramedic shares his profound journey through Maryland’s trauma care system, offering new insights into patient care and recovery
Tackling questions from the FireRescue1 community about how to best manage firefighters and guide them to success
Turn what can be a frustrating situation into a learning environment of what not to do in the future
We must start mentoring because we are throwing away too much institutional knowledge
Chief Goldfeder offers advice, and contacts, for a firefighter stepping into the public information officer for the first time
Chief Goldfeder shares the fire service mentors who have made a major impact on his career and offers guidance for learning from some of the best of the best
Chief Goldfeder weighs in on how to deal with underperforming firefighters who can cramp the style of the entire crew
Chief Goldfeder considers how a department can get back in the good graces of the community after an officer was caught stealing from the fire department -- and the taxpayers
Chief Goldfeder addresses what to do when members of the firehouse don’t necessarily want to show support for a specific organization or cause
Chief Goldfeder underscores the dangers of posting ill-advised comments on social media posting and how much it can jeopardize your career
Freeman is making the cross-country move after five years with the Hartford (Conn.) Fire Department