Anthony DiMitri
Chief Of Department, Business Administrator
Sicklerville
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Personnel Director
Gloucester Township Fire District #5
06.2023 - Current
- Responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources and personnel management within the department
- Managing the recruitment process, including job postings, interviews, and background checks
- Coordinating hiring procedures for firefighters, administrative staff, and other personnel
- Ensuring all new hires meet department qualifications and certifications
- Addressing personnel concerns, grievances, and conflict resolution
- Enforcing department policies, procedures, and disciplinary actions as needed
- Maintaining compliance with labor laws, union agreements, and workplace regulations
- Coordinating training programs, certifications, and continuing education for department members
- Ensuring compliance with state and federal firefighter training standards
- Tracking employee performance, evaluations, and career development plans
- Managing shift schedules, overtime, and leave requests
- Ensuring proper staffing levels for emergency response and daily operations
- Coordinating personnel assignments for special events or emergency situations
- Overseeing payroll, benefits, and pension plans for department personnel
- Managing workers' compensation claims and employee health programs
- Assisting employees with benefits enrollment and retirement planning
- Maintaining personnel files, certifications, and training records
- Ensuring compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and other regulatory agencies
- Conducting audits and preparing reports for department leadership
- Assisting in the development of department policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Contributing to long-term workforce planning and succession planning
- Implementing initiatives to improve recruitment, retention, and workplace culture
Business Administrator
Gloucester Township Fire District #5
06.2023 - Current
- Ensure the smooth operation of the department by handling administrative, financial, and operational tasks
- Managing department records, reports, and documentation
- Preparing and distributing correspondence, memos, and official notices
- Coordinating schedules, meetings, and events for department leadership
- Maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
- Assisting with policy development and department procedures
- Overseeing department budgets, expenditures, and financial reports
- Processing payroll, invoices, and reimbursements
- Managing grants, funding applications, and financial audits
- Monitoring equipment and supply purchases
- Handling hiring, onboarding, and personnel records
- Coordinating training programs, certifications, and continuing education
- Managing shift schedules, overtime, and time-off requests
- Ensuring compliance with labor laws and workplace policies
- Serving as a point of contact for the public, media, and government agencies
- Assisting with community outreach programs and public safety initiatives
- Managing social media updates and press releases (if applicable)
- Ensuring equipment, apparatus, and facility maintenance schedules are up to date
- Assisting in emergency preparedness planning
- Managing vendor contracts and service agreements
Fire Chief
Lambs Terrace Fire Company
05.2023 - Current
- Responsible for overseeing all aspects of fire department operations, personnel, and administration
- Providing strategic leadership and direction for the fire department
- Supervising command staff, officers, and personnel
- Ensuring the department operates efficiently and meets performance standards
- Overseeing major emergency incidents and assuming Incident Command when necessary
- Coordinating mutual aid with other agencies during large-scale emergencies
- Ensuring proper deployment of resources for fire suppression, EMS, and rescue operations
- Managing hiring, promotions, and disciplinary actions within the department
- Ensuring firefighters receive proper training and maintain required certifications
- Fostering a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement
- Developing and managing the fire department's annual budget
- Overseeing financial expenditures, payroll, and resource allocation
- Securing grants and funding for equipment, training, and department needs
- Creating and enforcing department policies, procedures, and standard operating guidelines (SOGs)
- Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal fire regulations
- Conducting risk assessments and improving department safety practices
- Acting as the department's spokesperson in media interactions
- Engaging with local government officials, community leaders, and the public
- Supporting fire prevention programs, public safety education, and outreach initiatives
- Ensuring apparatus, gear, and fire station facilities are maintained properly
- Approving purchases of new equipment, vehicles, and technology upgrades
- Implementing plans for department expansion and infrastructure improvements
- Developing and updating disaster response plans
- Coordinating with emergency management agencies and mutual aid partners
- Ensuring department readiness for large-scale incidents, natural disasters, and hazardous materials response
- Reviewing fire reports, incident analyses, and operational statistics
- Ensuring compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and other regulatory agencies
- Preparing reports and recommendations for city officials or governing boards
Battalion Chief
Lindenwold Fire Department
01.2018 - 12.2022
- Overseeing firefighting operations, training, and personnel management within my assigned battalion
- Responding to emergency calls and assuming the role of Incident Commander when necessary
- Coordinating fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services (EMS) operations
- Ensuring proper deployment of personnel, apparatus, and equipment at incidents
- Communicating with mutual aid departments and other emergency agencies
- Supervising and mentoring volunteer firefighters and company officers
- Organizing and overseeing training drills, ensuring firefighters maintain required certifications
- Assisting in recruitment and retention efforts for volunteer personnel
- Evaluating firefighter performance and providing guidance or corrective action as needed
- Coordinating duty schedules, ensuring adequate staffing for emergency responses
- Ensuring personnel are equipped and prepared for various types of incidents
- Monitoring volunteer participation and encouraging engagement within the department
- Overseeing the maintenance and readiness of fire apparatus, tools, and protective gear
- Ensuring all firefighting equipment is properly inspected and meets safety standards
- Coordinating repairs or replacements as needed
Education
High School Diploma -
Overbrook High School
Pine Hill, NJ 05.2001 -
Skills
- Customer service
- Time management
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Organizational skills
- Emergency management
- Decision-making
- Emergency response procedures
- Records management
- Incident command
- Crisis communication
- Problem-solving
Certification
Level 1 Instructor
Awards
- 2011, Firefighter of the Year, Clementon Fire Department
- 2013, Firefighter of the Year, Lindenwold Fire Department
- 2014, Unit Citation: Life Saving Award
- 2015, Officer of the Year, Lindenwold Fire Department
- 2017, Officer of the Year, Lindenwold Fire Department
- 2016, Unit Citation: Multiple Life Saving Award
- 2020, Life-Saving Citation
Timeline
Personnel Director
Gloucester Township Fire District #5
06.2023 - Current
Business Administrator
Gloucester Township Fire District #5
06.2023 - Current
Fire Chief
Lambs Terrace Fire Company
05.2023 - Current
Battalion Chief
Lindenwold Fire Department
01.2018 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Overbrook High School
05.2001 -
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