Operational Leadership

Benjamin Bates - EMS Chief

Chief Benjamin Bates joined the Charles County Volunteer Rescue Squad in 2009 and is a Life Member. He previously held the operational positions of Captain and Assistant Chief.  

Robert Ansell – Assistant EMS Chief

Butch Gregory – Captain

Shanetta Harley – Lieutenant

Courtney Edelen – Lieutenant

Deandre Quarles – Engineer

Denise Edelen – Asst. Engineer

Amanda Glover – QA/QI

Administrative Leadership

Heather Smith - President

President Heather Smith joined the Charles County Volunteer Rescue Squad in 2013. She has previously served in the positions of Vice President, Board Member, Captain, and Sergeant.

Bobby Simpson- Vice President

Sharon Garner – Secretary

Robert Ansell – Treasurer

Darin Behm – Board Member
Rob Dobry – Board Member
BR Winkler – Board Member
Denise Edelen – Board Member

Dale Hupp – Chaplain

Allen Hayden – Building Engineer

Jason Posey – Quartermaster

Volunteer Today!

The Charles County Volunteer Rescue Squad is always looking for qualified and motivated individuals to join our ranks. There are numerous benefits to becoming a volunteer here at Station 51, including but not limited to:

  • All training provided free of charge
  • College tuition reimbursement program
  • Maryland State tax deduction
  • LOSAP Retirement Program