Jonathan Pou
Colbert,Georgia
Summary
Highly-qualified Training Officer with 17-year track record of improving employee performance through effective training programs. Teaches classes and mentors employees in one-on-one sessions. Technologically-savvy and proficient in Microsoft 365 and financial software.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Lieutenant
Athens-Clarke County Fire and Emergency Services
Athens, Ga
2023.07 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Fire Lieutenant
Athens-Clarke County Fire And Emergency Services
Athens, GA
03.2022 - Current
- Directed work of firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition on daily basis.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms, and equipment.
- Coordinated fire control and prevention operations.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment, and personnel.
- Compiled and maintained logbooks, run reports, and training records.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
Bookkeeper
Five Forks Bookkeeping
Colbert, GA
04.2021 - Current
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits and money logs.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
- Entered financial information and payments to guarantee accurate and on-time payments for employees and vendors.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Organized and carried out proactive month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
- Verified postings to ledgers to confirm accurate entry and account balances.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
Fire Data Analyst
Athens-Clarke County Fire And Emergency Services
Athens, GA
01.2020 - Current
- Coordinated statistical data analysis, design, and information flow.
- Created various Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting information to stakeholders for concise explanations of the best placement for needed resources.
- Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
- Participated in requirements meetings and data mapping sessions to understand department needs.
Sergeant
Athens-Clarke County Fire and Emergency Services
Athens, GA
09.2018 - 03.2022
- Oversaw subordinates' health, well-being and morale.
- Maintained records on personnel and operations for reporting purposes.
- Updated commander on status of personnel and administrative activities.
- Provided leadership and training to [Number] personnel.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
City Council Member
CIty of Colbert
Colbert, GA
01.2021 - 06.2024
- Enhanced community engagement by organizing and hosting regular town hall meetings.
- Collaborated with fellow council members to develop and implement sound fiscal policies for the city budget.
- Advocated for increased funding for public safety, resulting in a decrease in crime rates within the community.
- Increased government transparency by implementing open meeting policies and making critical information available online.
- Addressed constituent concerns promptly and efficiently by maintaining an accessible office staffed with knowledgeable professionals.
- Used public gatherings, community events and direct relations to keep constituents happy and informed.
Mayor
City Of Colbert
Colbert, GA
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Directed operations, planning, and administration of city departments.
- Signed contracts, ordinances, and other official documentation to execute orders of office.
- Attended public forums, events, and informal meetings.
- Aligned organizational objectives with company mission, increasing revenue, profit, and business growth by collaboratively developing integrated strategies.
Fire Corporal
Athens-Clarke County Fire And Emergency Services
Athens, GA
04.2012 - 09.2018
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on daily basis.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms, and equipment.
- Coordinated fire control and prevention operations.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
Firefighter
Athens-Clarke County Fire And Emergency Services
Athens, Georgia
07.2006 - 04.2012
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Athens Technical College
Athens, GA04.2021
Public Safety
Georgia Public Safety Training Center
Forsyth, GAACC Organizational Development
Athens, GAFire Data Analysis
National Fire Academy
Emmitsburg, MDGeorgia Municipal Association
Atlanta, GAData Processing Technology
Fire Stats
Nevada City, CASkills
- Performance Monitoring
- Financial and Operational Reporting
- Records and Database Management
- Quality Control Guidelines
- Data Collections
- Time Management
- Emergency Preparedness
- Records Management Systems
- Annual Budgets
- Business Management
- Reporting Tools
- Data Quality Assurance Processes
- Microsoft Access
- Income Statements
Affiliations
- National Technical School Honors Society
- Madison County Football Board
Timeline
Training Lieutenant
Athens-Clarke County Fire and Emergency Services
2023.07 - Current
Fire Lieutenant
Athens-Clarke County Fire And Emergency Services
03.2022 - Current
Mayor
City Of Colbert
03.2022 - 12.2022
Bookkeeper
Five Forks Bookkeeping
04.2021 - Current
City Council Member
CIty of Colbert
01.2021 - 06.2024
Fire Data Analyst
Athens-Clarke County Fire And Emergency Services
01.2020 - Current
Sergeant
Athens-Clarke County Fire and Emergency Services
09.2018 - 03.2022
Fire Corporal
Athens-Clarke County Fire And Emergency Services
04.2012 - 09.2018
Firefighter
Athens-Clarke County Fire And Emergency Services
07.2006 - 04.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Athens Technical College
Public Safety
Georgia Public Safety Training Center
ACC Organizational Development
Fire Data Analysis
National Fire Academy
Georgia Municipal Association
Data Processing Technology
Fire Stats
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