app03 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:58:27 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) SMFR Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Chief Chat Podcast” https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/tags/chief%20chat%20podcast Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0600 The South Metro Fire Rescue Podcast platform offers a new way to increase communication within our organization on a variety of topics related to current events, questions and announcements for SMFR employees. en-us episodic Connor Christian The South Metro Fire Rescue Podcast platform offers a new way to increase communication within our organization on a variety of topics related to current events, questions and announcements for SMFR employees. no Connor Christian connor.christian@southmetro.org Chief Chat Q2-26: Hiring Priorities, Process Updates & Committee Insights https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/24 7ba04549-6ff6-4b11-bd66-90a3ba85cdde Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 3 Connor Christian Welcome to the second‑quarter edition of our Chief Chat podcast. This episode is providing you direct, focused insight into one of the biggest priorities at South Metro right now: hiring. 22:47 no <p>Welcome to the second‑quarter edition of our Chief Chat podcast. This episode is providing you direct, focused insight into one of the biggest priorities at South Metro right now: hiring. Hosted by Communications Bureau Manager Connor Christian, this episode brings together Fire Chief John Curtis, HR Director Camie Chapman, and Captain &amp; Hiring Committee Co‑Chair Joe Sims for a straightforward conversation about where we are, what’s changing, and what to expect next.</p> <p><strong>Here's an overview of the topics covered:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A snapshot of the hiring landscape - from added staff FTEs to line academies and paramedic recruitment.</li> <li>The Fire Chief’s perspective - how current organizational priorities shape the hiring approach and why this matters.</li> <li>How the line hiring process works today - what’s evolved over the years and what HR is focused on now.</li> <li>Inside the Hiring Committee - how the committee was formed, who’s on it, and the challenges they’re working to improve.</li> <li>Supporting candidates beyond the application - including practical ways family and friends can help set applicants up for success.</li> <li>Where to go for more information and how to stay engaged with the ongoing hiring conversation. </li> </ul> south metro fire rescue, south metro, fire service, south metro fire, smfr, smfr podcast, chief chat podcast Welcome to the second‑quarter edition of our Chief Chat podcast. This episode is providing you direct, focused insight into one of the biggest priorities at South Metro right now: hiring. Hosted by Communications Bureau Manager Connor Christian, this episode brings together Fire Chief John Curtis, HR Director Camie Chapman, and Captain & Hiring Committee Co‑Chair Joe Sims for a straightforward conversation about where we are, what’s changing, and what to expect next.

Here's an overview of the topics covered:

  • A snapshot of the hiring landscape - from added staff FTEs to line academies and paramedic recruitment.
  • The Fire Chief’s perspective - how current organizational priorities shape the hiring approach and why this matters.
  • How the line hiring process works today - what’s evolved over the years and what HR is focused on now.
  • Inside the Hiring Committee - how the committee was formed, who’s on it, and the challenges they’re working to improve.
  • Supporting candidates beyond the application - including practical ways family and friends can help set applicants up for success.
  • Where to go for more information and how to stay engaged with the ongoing hiring conversation.
]]> Welcome to the second‑quarter edition of our Chief Chat podcast. This episode is providing you direct, focused insight into one of the biggest priorities at South Metro right now: hiring. Hosted by Communications Bureau Manager Connor Christian, this episode brings together Fire Chief John Curtis, HR Director Camie Chapman, and Captain & Hiring Committee Co‑Chair Joe Sims for a straightforward conversation about where we are, what’s changing, and what to expect next.

Here's an overview of the topics covered:

  • A snapshot of the hiring landscape - from added staff FTEs to line academies and paramedic recruitment.
  • The Fire Chief’s perspective - how current organizational priorities shape the hiring approach and why this matters.
  • How the line hiring process works today - what’s evolved over the years and what HR is focused on now.
  • Inside the Hiring Committee - how the committee was formed, who’s on it, and the challenges they’re working to improve.
  • Supporting candidates beyond the application - including practical ways family and friends can help set applicants up for success.
  • Where to go for more information and how to stay engaged with the ongoing hiring conversation.
]]> Chief Chat Q1-26: Operations, Strategy, Restructuring https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/23 4c2ba5ec-43e5-49e2-9f9d-cbb6c42afa7a Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:30:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 3 Connor Christian We’re kicking off the very first episode of our quarterly Chief Chat podcast in Season 3 of the SMFR Podcast. Hosted by Communications Bureau Manager Connor Christian, this quick, conversational episode features Fire Chief John Curtis and Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Mayhew sharing what they’re working on and why it matters. 17:09 no <p>We’re kicking off the very first episode of our quarterly Chief Chat podcast in Season 3 of the SMFR Podcast. Hosted by Communications Bureau Manager Connor Christian, this quick, conversational episode features Fire Chief John Curtis and Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Mayhew sharing what they’re working on and why it matters.</p> <p>They break down the big topics:</p> <ul> <li>What strategic priorities are driving this year’s work</li> <li>What the organizational restructuring actually means for SMFR Personnel</li> <li>How new leadership roles are improving day‑to‑day operations</li> <li>Updates on the IST, DOC, and collaborations strengthening our response system</li> <li>Where things stand with alternate response models, single‑cert paramedics, and committee structure </li> </ul> south metro fire rescue, south metro, fire service, south metro fire, smfr, smfr podcast, chief chat podcast We’re kicking off the very first episode of our quarterly Chief Chat podcast in Season 3 of the SMFR Podcast. Hosted by Communications Bureau Manager Connor Christian, this quick, conversational episode features Fire Chief John Curtis and Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Mayhew sharing what they’re working on and why it matters.

They break down the big topics:

  • What strategic priorities are driving this year’s work
  • What the organizational restructuring actually means for SMFR Personnel
  • How new leadership roles are improving day‑to‑day operations
  • Updates on the IST, DOC, and collaborations strengthening our response system
  • Where things stand with alternate response models, single‑cert paramedics, and committee structure
]]> We’re kicking off the very first episode of our quarterly Chief Chat podcast in Season 3 of the SMFR Podcast. Hosted by Communications Bureau Manager Connor Christian, this quick, conversational episode features Fire Chief John Curtis and Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Mayhew sharing what they’re working on and why it matters.

They break down the big topics:

  • What strategic priorities are driving this year’s work
  • What the organizational restructuring actually means for SMFR Personnel
  • How new leadership roles are improving day‑to‑day operations
  • Updates on the IST, DOC, and collaborations strengthening our response system
  • Where things stand with alternate response models, single‑cert paramedics, and committee structure
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