fire chief resume example with 19+ years of experience
Jessica
Claire
resumesample@example.com
(555) 432-1000,
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105
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Professional Summary
I am seeking the position of Forest Lookout with the Oregon Department of Forestry. As a Firefighter with over 20 years of successful experience in the municipal fire service and wild land interface, I have background in recognizing, locating, and extinguishing wild land fires in both desert and forest lands. I have been recognized for performance excellence and contributions to success in the fire service industry. Strengths in communication and application backed by training in both municipal and wild land/forestry application. I enjoy working outdoors and am capable of surviving on my own for days at a time while engaged in firefighting activities and carrying out objectives to meet the mission.
Skills
Municipal codes
Firefighting operations
Quality control guidelines
Fire protection
Resources allocation
Team management
Organization
Relationship development
Customer service
Communications
First Aid/CPR
Budgets
Operational improvement
Project organization
Supervision
Education
Columbia Southern UniversityOrange Beach, ALExpected in 02/2020 ā āBachelor of Science:Fire Administration - GPA:
Columbia Southern UniversityOrange Beach, ALExpected in 10/2014 ā āAssociate of Science:Fire Science - GPA:
Certifications
First Aid/CPR Certified
ICS1-100, ICSI-200,ICS, ICSI-300,ICS I400
S130, S190, S215, S230, S131
CRWB CERTIFIED
ENGB CERTIFIED
FIRE CONTROL 7 (WILDLAND FIREFIGHTING)
CSFM HAZMAT FRO
CONFINED SPACE OPS
CSFM RSI, CSFM RSI
Work History
City Of Prescott - Fire Chief Prescott, AZ, 07/2008 - Current
Directed work of 28 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires
Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms, and equipment
Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures, and tools
Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters
Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs
Directed implementation of comprehensive training operations, including drills, inspections, tests, and performance evaluations
Coordinated, scheduled, and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness
Maintained and refurbished equipment to improve operational capability
Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies
Conducted follow-up site visits to check compliance with corrective actions implemented to address violations
Rendered aid to individuals injured in fire incidents, including those suffering from smoke inhalation, broken bones or other concerns
Inspected and tested building manual and automatic response fire suppression systems
Identified safety concerns and documentable fire code violations in new constructions and existing structures
Directed dispatching and emergency response procedures for personnel managing service calls and emergency situations
Spearheaded public education initiatives on fire safety topics, prevention options and emergency response strategies
Soc Inc. - Fire Captain Chantilly, VA, 07/2008 - 06/2016
Maintained and refurbished equipment to improve operational capability
Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment
Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters
Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment
Compiled and maintained variety of departmental documentation including log books, run reports, training records, reports of suspected arson, violations of fire codes or ordinances, firefighter timesheets, accident reports, and "close call" reporting
Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on a daily basis
Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions
Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services
Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs
Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures, and tools
Directed implementation of comprehensive training operations, including drills, inspections, tests, and performance evaluations
Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies
Coordinated, scheduled, and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
Arup Group - Fire Engineer Oakland, CA, 06/2005 - 05/2008
Inspect, operate, pump, and drive fire fighting apparatus
Maintained and refurbished equipment to improve operational capability
Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms, and equipment
Compiled and maintained variety of departmental documentation including log books, run reports, training records, reports of suspected arson, violations of fire codes or ordinances, firefighter timesheets, accident reports, and "close call" reporting
Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment
Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
City Of Harrisonburg, Va - Firefighter Harrisonburg, VA, 12/2001 - 05/2005
Performed variety of fire suppression activities at fire scenes, including laying and connecting hose, holding nozzles and directing water streams, raising and climbing ladders and using pike poles, smoke ejectors, and forcible entry tools
Participated in Structural and wild land training exercises and in-class training to improve knowledge, skill, and ability
Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire
Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines
Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations
Filled firetrucks with water, sandbags and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks
Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns
Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots
Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents
Checked all fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties, including fire alarms, sprinkler systems and smoke detectors
Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property
Calmly and effectively directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic
Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services
Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on a daily basis
Accurately completed written and verbal reports on patient care to hospital emergency departments
Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques
Frequently lifted up to 200 pounds in course of extinguishing fires and treating injured persons
Cleaned and performed general maintenance of fire equipment and fire stations
Assisted in salvage operations and post fire operations
Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle
Laid out and connected hoses to fire hydrants in order to fight fires
Administered first aid and medical treatment to those injured during fires and car accidents
Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision making in emergency situations
Cut and cleared brush, as well as dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels
Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness
Accomplishments
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
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