High-stakes decision-making, operational oversight, and personnel supervision are just a few aspects to leading as battalion chief
Nine years ago, a captain for Hillsborough County Fire Rescue (HCFR) was driving south on Interstate 75, heading to a cousin's wedding with his wife and children. Along the way, he witnessed a car accident and stopped to check on the people involved. Thankfully, everyone was fine, and the captain and his family continued on their way.
For this conscientious captain, there was more good fortune coming.
Moments after leaving the accident, the captain received a call from the County's fire chief. With his phone on speaker and his family listening, the captain was told he was being promoted to battalion chief.
It was a memorable moment and the beginning of a new role with significant responsibility for Fire Station 41's battalion chief.
Find out more about what it takes to be a battalion chief.