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Name: Alex L. Moss
Age: 29
Hometown: Henryville
Residence: Crothersville
Education: Way of Peace Christian in Underwood
Occupation: 911 dispatcher for the Seymour Police Department and volunteer firefighter for the Crothersville-Vernon Township Fire Department
Years of service: Six months as a 911 dispatcher and two years as a firefighter
Previous career experience: I was a locomotive engineer for Louisville and Indiana Railroad Co.
What made you want to become a first responder?
Being a volunteer firefighter has been something I wanted to do since living so close to the fire station in Crothersville for the last three years. I finally was able to meet up with firefighters there, where they welcomed me with open arms. I then saw an opening for a 911 dispatcher position at the Seymour Police Department and decided to apply since I enjoyed helping people in a time of need.
Did you have any influences in choosing your career?
My father was a volunteer firefighter many years ago, and I remember him taking my brother and I to the fire station sometimes as kids, which I think interested me a little bit, for sure.
What do you like about your current position?
I really enjoy helping people in a time of need.
What does it mean to you to serve your community and help people?
It really means a lot that I have gotten this opportunity to help the citizens of Crothersville and Seymour in different aspects. I have enjoyed every step of the way.
Many people refer to first responders as heroes. Why would you consider a first responder heroic?
I don’t believe I am a hero. I just believe God put me on this earth to be able to help people on their worst days. Just a citizen who enjoys helping the community.
Do you have any hobbies outside of your day job?
I really enjoy having family time with my wife and two sons, photography and anything motorsports related.
Favorite music genre: Metal, rock and a little country
Favorite food: Mexican and Italian
Favorite TV show: “9-1-1” and “9-1-1: Lone Star”
Favorite movie: I don’t have a favorite, but I enjoy a funny comedy flick
Favorite sports team: Cincinnati Reds (baseball) and Indianapolis Colts (football)
Favorite vacation spot: Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee
Role model: My late father
Best advice: To never stop chasing your dreams