Accomplished Safety Risk Coordinator and former Professional Firefighter/EMT and Assistant Fire Marshal. I bring a proven track record of enforcing compliance and enhancing safety protocols. I've effectively developed risk management strategies, conducted critical safety training, significantly mitigating risks and fostering a culture of safety. I am a reliable worker with excellent communication, time management and computer skills. I am very driven and detail oriented with a desire to promote a safe and secure environment for everyone.
Overview
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Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside Sales Representative (Scale Operator)
The Frazier Quarry
Harrisonburg, VA
09.2025 - Current
Operate truck scales to weigh incoming and outgoing trucks.
Accurately input load data into scale ticketing or data entry systems.
Verify truck load information, customer orders, and product types.
Ensure vehicles are loaded according to legal and safety requirements.
Communicate effectively with drivers, dispatchers, and plant personnel.
Handle cash transactions or delivery paperwork when necessary.
Monitor traffic flow and enforce plant safety rules.
Safety Coordinator
Wilson Workforce Rehabilitation Center
Fishersville, Virginia
07.2022 - 08.2025
Ensured compliance and provide guidance and education to staff to navigate safety hazards and concerns of the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code, VOSH, OSHA, VDH and CDC guidance and regulations
Developed and implement risk management plans to identify, assess, and mitigate risks
Developed contingency plans to deal with emergencies
Conducted monthly inspections of fire extinguishers, AEDs, first aid kits, and stop the bleed kits to ensure compliance with safety standards
Executed emergency drills and maintained documentation for fire drills, statewide tornado drills, and The Great Shakeout
Reviewed incident reports from staff members and students who encountered potential threats or hazards across campus
Drafted recommendations for modifying the risk management systems based on changing circumstances or requirements
Managed WWRC's campus alert system to ensure timely communication during emergencies as the systems administrator
Facilitated Safety Committee meetings to address safety concerns and develop action plans.
Managed the CPR/First Aid program for staff
Managed the fire extinguisher training program for staff and students
Professional Firefighter/Assistant Fire Marshal
Shenandoah County Fire and Rescue
Woodstock, Virginia
12.2005 - 08.2022
As an Assistant Fire Marshal conducted cause and origin investigations of fires and explosions; environmental crimes, and hazardous materials releases also performed complex and detailed work in the fields of code enforcement, plans review and prepared legal actions and court cases as a sworn law enforcement officer
Facilitated community service initiatives aimed at educating the public on fire prevention. including fire safety education/prevention programs
Responded to fire alarms,hazardous material incidents,medical calls with other fire and rescue personnel.
Provided mid-level supervision to emergency services crews at the station level and on scene during large- and small-scale emergency incidents.
Conducted training for emergency services personnel
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Defiance High School
Fort Defiance, Virginia
06-1999
Skills
Microsoft Office expertise
Windows operating systems
Outlook and documentation
Technical troubleshooting
Vizio mapping
Analytical Skills
Time Management
Multitasking Abilities
Organizational Skills
Attention to Detail
Effective Communication
Relationship Building
Teamwork and Collaboration
Self-Motivation
Goal Setting
Decision Making
Professionalism
Reliability
Digital Communication
Certification
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (December 2000-2025)
American Red Cross Basic Life Support Certification Current
American Red Cross Basic Life Support Instructor Current
American Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor Current
Fire Inspector 1 & 2 NFPA 1031-03 (March 2008)
Fire Instructor Level 1 NFPA 1041-07 (December 2009)
Fire Instructor Level 2 NFPA 1041-07 (May 2014)
Fire Officer 3 NFPA 1021-09 (April 2014)
National Fire Academy (NFA) Leadership 1 Strategies for Company Success (July 2012)
National Fire Academy (NFA) Leadership 2 Strategies for personal Success (December 2012)
National Fire Academy (NFA) Leadership 3 Strategies for Supervisory Success (July 2019)
Law Enforcement for Fire Marshal's VFMA (November 2017)
National Incident Management Systems training ICS 700 (2005), ICS 100, ICS 800 (June 2011), ICS 200 (January 2012, ICS 300 (February 2014)
Public Fire and Life Safety Educator I (April 2010)
Fire Investigator (NFPA 1033-03) (September 2010)
Mental Health First Aid Course (September 20th, 2023)
40- Hour Basic Safety Officer- Virginia Department of Human Resources (March 2023)