Compassion Lies at the Heart of SV Fire & Medical Services Culture

<p>Sierra Vista Fire & Medical Services Chief Brian Jones joins us in this episode. A long-time veteran of the department who is passionate about serving his hometown community, Jones shares what makes SVF&MS such a special place to work and what approach he takes to hiring new recruits. Jones himself embodies a persistent passion for service and kindness that is central to his agency’s philosophy and its response on calls. We will also cover exciting new dispatch software that will improve our area’s medical response, how the department has adapted operations due to COVID-19, and how Jones approaches his role as chief. </p> <p> </p> <p>Timestamps:  </p> <ol><li>Chief Brian Jones's experience working in fire and medical services for the last 25 years (1:26)</li> <li>What the fire department looks for in recruits and what new recruits can expect working here in Sierra Vista (3:40)</li> <li>What to do if interested in applying for a job with the department (6:44)</li> <li>Transitioning to Emergency Medical Dispatch Software (8:04)</li> <li>How COVID-19 affects the fire department (12:50)</li> <li>Chief Brian Jones's philosophy behind serving the community (16:47)</li> <li>Maintaining a positive attitude during hard times and evolving the department during and beyond his tenure as Chief (22:20) </li> </ol>