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In the spring of 2003, Chief Kuiper began his full-time career position as a Captain with University Fire Department. After 14 rewarding years serving as Captain, beginning the fall of 2017 he currently serves as Battalion Chief of C Platoon while maintaining his State of Alaska EMT III certification as well.

Chief Kuiper earned an associate degree in Fire Science; associate degree in Hazardous Materials; a baccalaureate degree in Emergency Management; and a masters degree in Public Administration, all from the University of Alaska. He is a graduate of the National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer Program.