Fire Careers
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A realization about advanced training skills leads to a renewed focus on fundamentals
Discover how one public safety professional rebuilt her identity and found new purpose after an injury led to early retirement in her 30s
From staying active to finding purpose, these tried-and-true strategies will help you navigate and enjoy life after retirement
The key to change may be the unique combination of recruitment practices, a validated placement exam, and a process of random selection
Jonathan and Matthew Burgess juggle the demands of their firefighter and LE careers with their built-from-the-ground-up food business
Design a process to identify the new members who will fit the culture of your organization
Harassment is a systemic issue, meaning it’s not simply an isolated issue between two people
Volunteers have lives beyond our station walls, and we cannot force them to all have the same level of commitment and passion
Performance improvement plans can help you create a path to success for struggling members
The IAFC Public Statement Against Violence and Hate isn’t code; it’s a simple reminder of who we need to be as a fire service
Kansas City Battalion Chief Stephen Seals also says he was retaliated against for reporting previous discrimination
An inside look at PGCFD’s unique program, plus what it’s like to be the department’s first female African-American chief
Turning a blind eye to hazing and harassment inhibits the growth of new members