Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority
Matthew Doctor is a skilled Firefighter/Engineer currently employed at Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority since January 2023, serving in emergency response across multiple cities, specifically assigned to Ladder 351 in Tukwila. Prior to this role, Matthew worked as a Firefighter/EMT at Tukwila Fire Department from January 2015 to January 2023, responding to a variety of emergencies. Matthew's experience in emergency medical services dates back to Tri-Med Ambulance, where roles included providing basic life support as an EMT-B from March 2012 to December 2014. Matthew also has a background in audio engineering and production, having worked in various capacities, including Chief Engineer/Studio Manager at Bear Creek Studio and as a freelance engineer/producer, showcasing versatility in both emergency services and the music industry. Educational qualifications include a BA in Ethnomusicology and certificates in Audio Engineering and EMT from the University of Washington and North Seattle College, respectively.
Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority
Puget Sound Fire exists to maintain and enhance the quality of life within its boundaries by protecting life, property, and the environment. We are an internationally accredited, full-service, all risk fire and rescue department that provides services to the citizens of Covington, Kent, Maple Valley, SeaTac, King County Fire District #37, and King County Fire District #43. Puget Sound Fire covers 108.81 square miles and protects a population of over 226,815. We are governed by a Governance Board, which is comprised of six voting members and three non-voting members. Three members of the board are appointed from the Kent City Council, three from the Board of Commissioners for Fire District 37, one non-voting member from the Covington City Council, one non-voting member from the SeaTac City Council, and one non-voting member from the King County Fire District #43 Board of Commissioners. It is the board’s responsibility to oversee budget and policy decisions and to ensure that the department is successful in its mission of protecting our community. Puget Sound Fire provides emergency response services including basic life support, fire suppression, hazardous materials, and technical rescue from 13 fire stations. All stations are staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Advanced Life Support services are provided through King County’s Medic One program. Currently the department employs 326 with 258 of those being uniformed personnel. The 68 civilians are in various roles including administrative staff, mechanics, and public educators. Internal support divisions include Fire Administration, Business Administration (Assessment & Planning, Finance, Logistics, and Fire Investigations), Community Risk Reduction (Fire Prevention, Emergency Management, Public Education), Support Services (Information Technology, Facilities and Property Management, FDCARES, and Vehicle Maintenance), and Training.