To effectively lead modern public safety organizations and the various components within them, individuals must possess a solid understanding of the always-changing issues that face the fire and emergency medical services. The new Second Edition of Fire and Emergency Services Administration: Management and Leadership Practices has been completely updated to deliver the very latest information needed to understand these challenges, and will assist managers in making the proper decisions that can impact all aspects of their organization. The Second Edition now includes: Expanded emphasis on management and leadership of EMS operations. Updated budgeting financial strategies, including advice on how to overcome shrinking budgets and economic downturn. New guidance on hiring and diversity. Expanded coverage on training, education, and firefighter safety. Fire and Emergency Services Administration: Management and Leadership Practices, Second Edition also covers the latest course objectives from the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education#146;s (FESHE) Fire and Emergency Services Administration model course.