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Emily Garcia
Master of Science in Administration of Justice ’09

9-1-1 and Communications Training Administrator, Pinal County Sheriff’s Office

San Tan Valley, AZ

When Garcia isn’t spending time with her family, she maintains the 9-1-1 emergency system for Pinal County in Arizona and trains public safety communications dispatchers for the Sheriff’s Office.

GREATEST PROFESSIONAL COUP
Receiving a phone call from a previous supervisor offering me a promotion. I felt honored and empowered. I felt like all of my hard work was appreciated and that I would be able to share what I have learned with others.

HAPPY PEOPLE ARE …
Optimistic, passionate, forgiving, open-minded, compassionate, set realistic goals and build relationships with others.

DO YOU WORK TO LIVE, OR LIVE TO WORK?
Two years ago, before my son was born, I would have said I lived to work. Today, I work to live. I still work very hard in my career; however, I take time off each week to spend with my family. I realize that the world will not stop spinning if I am not at work.