Golder Ranch Fire District

Anne-Marie and guest co-host Jeremy Hilderbrand discuss performing under pressure, building championship teams and recruiting the right fit with University of Arizona Men's Golf Coach Jim Anderson. 

Otton Suarez talks about a few of the flagship services at his resort, opening up their doors while we fought the Bighorn Fire last year, growing up in Cuba and Washington DC, and his love for exotic cars.  Whether it be a day at the spa, round of golf or a weekend retreat, Otton and his exceptional team have you covered. For booking, or even job opportunities, visit:https://www.hiltonelconquistador.com

Scott and Anne-Marie discuss school funding and all the different programs provided through the Amphi Schools Foundation with their president, Leah Noreng.

October is always busy for parks and rec! Kristi, Scott and Anne-Marie talk about fall activities, future plans and enjoying the great outdoors. 

Scott and Anne-Marie talk with Ed Sakwa for domestic violence awareness month. Fire and EMS respond to these calls quite frequently and need to partner with organizations like Ed's to connect victims of domestic violence with the proper resources. For more information, we have provided contact information below:https://emergecenter.org24/7 Multilingual Hotline(888)-428-0101

Guest Kara Riley chats with Scott and Anne Marie about policing during a pandemic, growing up as a teenager in Sudan and what to do when being attacked by a K-9 unit police dog. Follow OVPD on:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/OroValleyPoliceDepartmentInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/orovalleypd/Twitterhttps://twitter.com/OroValleyPDWebsitehttps://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Government/Departments/Police

Scott and Anne Marie interview GRFD medical director Dr. Jed Sadalla on a wide range of topics including his background in emergency medicine, current challenges with the pandemic and proactive healthy habits for our community. 

GRFD recently lost an incredible leader in former cohost Josh Hurguy. He took his talents to the Pacific Northwest. Stepping in to fill his shoes is our hi energy super performer Community Relations Manager Anne-Marie Braswell.  In this episode we get to know her a little better and introduce her to the podcast community. 

Assistant Chief of Operations Scott Robb discusses an organizational change with Engineer Bravo and Fire Medic Hoffman. GRFD has separate delineations, requirements and promotional processes that take place for paramedics. This creates an imbalance in career pathing that takes much longer for a certified paramedic to reach the same promotional rank as an engineer. We discuss in detail the problem with the old structure and announce a new an improved career path process at all levels below captain. 

Scott and Josh interview Fire Medic Georgi Flagello about her experience in the fire academy and her probationary year with GRFD. Contact Josh:jhurguy@grfdaz.govContact Scott:srobb@grfdaz.govContact Georgi:gflagello@grfdaz.gov

In this episode, Division Chiefs Scott Robb and Josh Hurguy interview Deputy Chief of Health and Safety, Chris Grissom, about the challenges of this holiday season and the resources available. For access to some of the resources mentioned in the podcast, please contact any of the individuals below. Contact Chris:cgrissom@grfdaz.govContact Scott:srobb@grfdaz.govContact Josh:jhurguy@grfdaz.gov

Deputy Chief Jeremy Hilderbrand shares his recent experience with our new annual physicals, and why his particular cancer would have gone undetected before the change. Contact Scott:srobb@grfdaz.govContact Josh:jhurguy@grfdaz.govContact Jeremy:jhilderbrand@grfdaz.gov

Scott, Josh and Adam discuss the pros and cons of social media and how it can both positively and negatively impact your career in the fire service.For more info, contact:ajarrold@grfdaz.gov

Affectionately referred to as "Chips", a select few of our paramedics have undergone training to provide non-emergency, in-home visits to certain patient populations after they leave the hospital. Scott and Josh analyze the program, now in it's 6th year, and share some lessons learned to help other organizations. 1) Documentation process that fits the service2) Number of patients vs staffing commitment3) Reimbursement opportunities: wants vs needs4) New patient relationships = new challenges 5) Stakeholders and program maintenance Contact:Josh - jhurguy@grfdaz.govScott - srobb@grfdaz.gov

Division Chiefs Scott Robb and Josh Hurguy have spent the past seven years in the final interview process for new recruits. With Golder Ranch hiring, they wanted to share their experience regarding common errors made in both preparation and during the final interview. 1) Research: Do your homework effectively2) Non-verbal communication: Control the controllables3) Authenticity: It's a practiced skill4) Experiencing Life vs Life Experience5) Behind the Curtain: Technical TipsShow Notes: Pew Research Studyhttps://www.pewsocialtrends.org/2016/05/24/for-first-time-in-modern-era-living-with-parents-edges-out-other-living-arrangements-for-18-to-34-year-olds/Contact: Josh - jhurguy@grfdaz.govScott - srobb@grfdaz.gov

Division Chiefs Scott Robb and Josh Hurguy meet with Jeremy to discuss the recent installation of GeoTabs on all GRFD apparatus.

Division Chiefs Josh Hurguy and Scott Robb interview their boss about his career progression, military history, interests and hobbies.

In this episode Josh and Scott sit down with Captain Jones and discuss his personal background, balancing union versus station issues, and building strong communication and trust between suppression and administration.

Division Chiefs Scott Robb and Josh Hurguy launch a new form of internal communication for the Golder Ranch Fire District and it's 270 employees. The two discuss what spurred the idea of podcasting, the new fiscal year transition from Copperpoint to a fully self-funded worker's compensation pool, and a leadership interview with GRFD Fire Chief Randy Karrer.