Fire Department Management
The fire department management topic focuses on fire service leadership, from the high-level management issues facing fire chiefs to the administrative functions and budget issues that impact day-to-day operations.
The Decatur (Illinois) Fire Department’s new permanent lift assist fee for calls to skilled nursing facilities or nursing homes is resonating with responders around the country
Pawtucket officials are defending their decision to terminate four firefighters and accept the departures of four others after an internal investigation uncovered possible criminal conduct
To maintain quick response times Rahway is replacing its aging pumper, ensuring continued service reliability as the current vehicle nears the end of its 15-year lifespan
Go beyond corporate leadership theories by disrespecting the norm, reinventing your position and putting in the work
Find actionable advice to help navigate those critical early days of your tenure
Using social media to research potential firefighter candidates could cause problems for your department
From making the first engine purchase to signing AFG into law, past president have played a key role in supporting our firefighters
The new, all-hazards data collection will begin to replace NFIRS in 2025
The fast-moving Cocoanut Grove fire killed nearly 500 and changed fire safety and burn treatment as we know it
A heightened focus on personal and organizational value ultimately impacts recruitment and retention efforts
The Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and the Bureau of Fire are at odds over firefighters taking over patient transports and rescues
The fire service has a responsibility to educate its stakeholders so they can become meaningful contributors in the strategic planning processes
From spooky safety tips to fun costume posts, law enforcement, fire and EMS departments nationwide are sharing the Halloween spirit through photos and videos
The division chief details how Cobb County Fire retooled its hiring process to better define department excellence and representation
The Ford City Ambulance director said the employee was fired immediately and resigned from his position as a fire chief
Apparatus positioning, simple equipment and a “get in, get out” mindset are essential to scene safety
It’s important that first responders don’t take their public image for granted; prove your commitment to public service every day
The consulting firm hired to study fire services in Butte and Silver Bow County claimed it “had never worked in a community where it was so controversial”
We may be humble public servants, but that doesn’t mean we can’t spotlight our impact, particularly when the public is paying attention
Encourage your members to be humble, hungry and everyday street smart
The Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District said increased call volume over the last 10 years has added to the wear on vehicles and stations
Key Peninsula residents and the fire commission have been at odds on the transparency of a $2M property purchase three years ago
The former Hamilton Volunteer Fire Department chief faced allegations of being intoxicated while working, lapses in adhering to safety protocols, and operational inefficiencies
Tips for managing scene stress
An investigation into alleged sexual assault and harassment inside the Columbia firehouse resulted in the firing of a battalion chief and two captains in 2021
5 ways to motivate the unmotivated, and to help those floundering to flourish
All organizations will falter and ultimately fail if the only motivators are punishment and reward
Keys to motivation include developing a vision, building a support system and changing bad behaviors
The U.S. fire administrator reflects on the personal challenges she faced as a woman making her way up the fire service career ladder
Lighten the duties of your officers and chiefs using skilled administrative members who want to help but not respond to calls
The connection between positive leadership traits and policy enforcement
The Massachusetts city was primed for disaster, but strong command stopped the primary fire spread in hours
Don’t wing it on the fireground; hone your decision-making skills and bring your A-game to incident command
