Even With Long Hours, This CNY Firefighter Is Always A Dad First

It seems first responders never stop working and serving their community. That's certainly the case when it comes to Scott.

Submitted by Alexx Kemp

Meet Scott Holbert Jr.

Here's a guy that's not only committed to his job and community, but more importantly to his family. Scott is a Corrections Officer at Oneida County Jail, where he has to work long mandated hours. Though he misses his family, especially his one year-old son, he's proud to put in the hard work to support them.

Not only is he a Corrections Officer, but he also serves as a volunteer fireman for the Bridgewater Fire Department. Regardless of how tired he might be, serving his community and family always come first.

He enjoys and loves doing what he does despite being over-worked!

Thank you Scott for all that you do. You are an inspiration to your community, not only as a leader, but as a father as well.

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