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Fire Department Leadership
The desire for leadership training has perhaps never been greater, and there are a vast array of approaches for fire service leaders to adopt. Which is the most appropriate for your fire department? Survey our comprehensive articles and videos on leadership, management, fire department administration, fireground decision making, and the like.
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The Command Mindset
October 31, 2024 | 1 ET This webcast, presented by Dan Shaw, will cover leadership, impact of stress on your performance, 3 keys to strong and successful incident command, and how to terminate an incident correctly and provide feedback to foster future success.
Fire Agreement Between Orangeburg (SC) City, County Advances
Orangeburg County is continuing to develop a fire services agreement with the City of Orangeburg.
New Fire Chief Joins Longview (WA) Fire Department
The Daily News, Longview, Wash.(TNS) Sep. 30—Brad Hannig, former deputy director of the Utah Communications Authority in Salt Lake City, took over as fire chief of the Longview Fire…
Must View
Humpday Hangout: Large-Scale Incidents
Rick Lasky and the panel are joined by Pearland (TX) Fire Chief Jack "J." Taylor to discuss planning, preparing, and handling large-scale incidents from start to finish.
Perspectives on Leadership: The Mayday
Steve Shaw speaks with guest Bassel Ibrahim about the fire service and Mayday training.
More Fire Department Leadership
Brookfield (CT) Fire Chief Retires After 12 years in Role
Fire Chief Andrew Ellis retired this week after 12 years in the position, according to the department.
Leadership at the Company Level
October 17, 2024 | 1 ET
Rachael Staebell and Bassel Ibrahim join Kelly Crummer of Firehouse Subs for a roundtable discussion on leading at the company level.
Rachael Staebell and Bassel Ibrahim join Kelly Crummer of Firehouse Subs for a roundtable discussion on leading at the company level.
Achieving More with Less: Innovative Approaches to Fire Department Funding
November 5, 2024 | 1 ET
Discover long-term funding strategies and proven approaches to crafting high-quality grant applications when you attend our upcoming, “Achieving More with Less: Innovative Approaches to Fire Department Funding,” webcast Nov. 5, 1 p.m. ET. Gain actionable insights to maximize your budget and ensure your projects resonate with funders.
Discover long-term funding strategies and proven approaches to crafting high-quality grant applications when you attend our upcoming, “Achieving More with Less: Innovative Approaches to Fire Department Funding,” webcast Nov. 5, 1 p.m. ET. Gain actionable insights to maximize your budget and ensure your projects resonate with funders.
Canyon Creek (MT) Fire Board Dismisses Chief After Contentious Meeting
The move, which seemed unwelcome by many citizens in attendance, leaves Canyon Creek's volunteer fire department without an appointed fire chief.
Missoula (MT) Fire Department to Hire More, Expand Capacity With Federal Grant
Missoula's Fire Department will have a large financial "cushion" to expand its infrastructure after the federal government awarded the city a $7 million grant.
Nurturing Informal Leaders: A Crucial Role of the Fire Service Leader
Nate Larkin of O2X offers his perspective on how leaders can decentralize and empower their firefighters to become informal leaders themselves.
New Lima (OH) Fire Chief Sworn In
Departing Lima Fire Chief Andy Heffner said his replacement, Jack McDermitt, could make the department even better after his swearing-in ceremony.
Jack McElfish, Veteran Fire Chief and FDIC Instructor, Passes Away
Jack McElfish, a veteran fire chief and FDIC instructor, passed away on September 16, 2024.
