Fire Careers
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The Meridian, Idaho, chief shares powerful stories that highlight the impact of fire department culture on the entire community
Every little thing counts, whether related to equipment, operations, or communication
Fire service leaders must shift their recruitment and retention strategies
We must address public safety personnel who lie, cheat, steal, perjure, beat, molest, assault, falsify, embezzle and do otherwise bad things
Skip the “my backyard” mindset and instead advocate for consolidation, cooperation and collaboration
Marissa Sauble, a firefighter-paramedic, is the daughter of fellow firefighter and EMT Morris Leondar, Grapevine Fire Department’s first father-daughter combination
The community paramedicine pilot has demonstrated that expanding paramedics’ job capacities can meaningfully reduce pressure on emergency department services
When we start owning our happiness, success and morale individually, we will be successful as a team
How helping your competition will position you for the next level of leadership
5 ways to mentor rookies of all ages and teach them the love of the job
Earning a degree from an accredited program pays dividends in the fire service and beyond
Tips for new firefighters looking to make their mark on the crew
Understanding the legal precedent behind free speech rights and how they apply to on and off-duty first responders