Cherokee County
Fire & Emergency Services
Fire & Emergency Services
CHEROKEE COUNTY, GA — Surrounded by family, friends, and peers, Paramedic Program Director Randy Pierson was honored in a heartfelt retirement ceremony held Friday at the Cherokee County Fire Training Complex. The event marked the conclusion of four-decade career in public safety, culminating in 10 years of exceptional service and leadership with Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services (CCFES).
Director Pierson, who retires with more than four decades of public service, leaves behind a legacy that has deeply impacted both the department and the broader emergency medical services (EMS) community. Over the years, he has trained and mentored hundreds of paramedics, many of whom attribute their success and development to his steady guidance and unwavering commitment to excellence.
During the emotional ceremony, colleagues and loved ones shared personal stories and tributes, celebrating Pierson’s profound influence and career achievements. As a symbol of appreciation, he was presented with the Distinguished Service Award, recognizing his lifetime of service and his pivotal role in shaping the future of emergency medical care.
Randy Pierson’s career began in April 1981 with Polk EMS, even before earning his EMT certification later that year. He went on to serve with Douglas Fire, Bartow EMS, and initially with Cherokee County EMS in 1988. Milestones in his career include earning his Cardiac Technician certification in 1982 and becoming a licensed Paramedic in 1988.
His commitment extended beyond clinical care to education and leadership. As an EMT instructor and later Program Director at Georgia Northwestern Technical College, Randy played a central role in preparing the next generation of EMS professionals. His return to Floyd EMS in 2009 as a shift supervisor further demonstrated his passion for mentoring and operational leadership.
Joining CCFES in August 2015, Randy brought with him decades of knowledge, compassion, and integrity. Under his direction, the department’s paramedic program flourished, gaining a reputation for excellence and high standards.
“Randy’s dedication to service, education, and mentorship has left a mark not just on this department, but on emergency services throughout the region,” said Fire Chief Eddie Robinson. “His legacy will continue through the lives he’s impacted, both in the field and the classroom.”
Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services extends its deepest gratitude to Randy Pierson for his commitment to public safety, emergency medical education, and the citizens of Cherokee County and beyond.