Deputy Chief Mike Merritt began his career here at St. Lucie County Fire District in 1990. His education includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. As Deputy Chief of Operations, Mike Merritt supervises all combat personnel, staffing, policy and procedure development in a leadership capacity. Responsibilities include the operational side of the Fire District's Air Rescue program, SWAT Medics, and the Diversity Recruitment Initiative in our Strategic Plan.