Firefighter and Employee of the Year Awarded
SCPFD would like to congratulate our 2023 Firefighter of the Year Firefighter Blake Parnell
Firefighter Parnell was nominated for his selflessness, positive attitude, and willingness to help others succeed. His supervisors praised him as a self-starter, a mentor to new employees, skilled in EMS, and one who fosters strong morale. His peers outlined his positive attitude in daily duties, efforts in charitable events and community relations, and selflessness. Firefighter Parnell was commended over and over for helping others achieve their goals and for giving his time both on and off duty to ensure his fellow firefighters’ success.
SCPFD would like to congratulate our 2023 District Employee of the Year Fire Inspector Aaron Stritenberger.
Inspector Stritenberger was nominated for his continuous effort and commitment to the success of our Fire Prevention Division. Stritenberger has grown professionally throughout his career with advancements in his education and certifications, including working towards his Fire Investigator Certification. In the past year he has been invaluable in the successful implementation of the new fire inspection software and has taken on a larger role in new construction inspections.