ANTHONY HICKS
Locust Grove,Georgia
Summary
Results-driven public-sector executive with over 20 years in municipal government and public safety. As Fire Marshal, led operational programs, managed regulatory compliance, developed policies, and oversaw budgets while collaborating with elected officials and community stakeholders. Pursuing a Master of Public Administration at the University of West Georgia, focused on aligning operational priorities with organizational goals to enhance efficiency and accountability.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Marshal
City of Locust Grove
Locust Grove, Georgia
05.2022 - Current
- Directed and managed fire prevention, life safety, code compliance, and community risk reduction programs as Locust Grove's first Fire Marshal.
- Provided strategic leadership for departmental operations, policy development, budgeting, and personnel management to enhance overall fire safety and community preparedness.
- Oversee inspections of commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential developments to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
- Collaborate with city leadership, developers, business owners, educational institutions, and community stakeholders.
- Led emergency preparedness initiatives and risk mitigation strategies to strengthen community resilience against fire-related incidents.
- Present operational reports and recommendations to executive leadership and elected officials.
- Developed and implemented operational improvements that streamlined processes and enhanced service delivery within fire prevention programs.
- Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
- Investigated causes and circumstances of fires in order to prevent future incidents.
- Provided guidance on building design elements that could help reduce the risk of fires occurring.
- Collaborated with local authorities to enforce fire safety regulations and ensure compliance across communities.
- Implemented best practices and enforced compliance with policies and procedures.
- Developed and enforced fire prevention policies and procedures.
Plan Review Manager / Fire Prevention Officer
DeKalb County Fire Rescue Department
Tucker, Georgia
06.2016 - 05.2022
- Managed fire prevention operations, investigations, inspections, and code enforcement activities.
- Conducted complex investigations and risk assessments to identify fire hazards and recommend preventative measures.
- Coordinated regulatory compliance programs and public safety initiatives to enhance community safety and ensure adherence to fire codes.
- Supervised personnel and contractors on special projects to ensure timely completion and compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted with budgeting, policy implementation, and organizational planning.
- Worked extensively with schools, businesses, government agencies, and community organizations.
Election Precinct Manager
DeKalb County Board of Elections
Decatur, Georgia
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed all precinct operations during local, state, and federal elections.
- Supervised election staff and coordinated voter services.
- Managed logistics, deployed equipment, resolved issues, and communicated with the public to support efficient election operations.
- Coordinated logistics for polling locations and equipment deployment.
- Monitored election day activities to ensure smooth execution of processes.
- Ensured compliance with election laws, policies, and procedural requirements.
- Maintained operational integrity and accountability throughout the election process.
- Oversaw staff training and development for election personnel.
- Coached, mentored, and trained team members to enhance job performance and election readiness.
- Facilitated communication between election officials and community stakeholders to ensure transparency and trust.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
Lieutenant / Firefighter / Fire Inspector / Fire Prevention Officer
Clayton County Fire & Emergency Services
Riverdale, Georgia
10.2004 - 06.2016
- Progressively advanced through positions of increasing responsibility within one of Georgia's largest fire departments.
- Directed fire and life safety compliance activities for more than 60 Clayton County Public School facilities, coordinating inspections, corrective action plans, and stakeholder engagement to support safe and uninterrupted educational operations.
- Enforced fire and life safety codes and standards.
- Conducted inspections of commercial, industrial, educational, and residential properties to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations.
- Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
- Participated in emergency response operations, incident management, and public safety initiatives.
- Supervised emergency response operations during critical incidents and events.
- Coordinated training programs for new firefighters and emergency personnel.
- Assisted in training, public education, and community outreach programs to enhance fire safety awareness and preparedness.
- Led community outreach initiatives to educate the public on fire safety practices, resulting in increased community engagement and awareness.
- Developed expertise in regulatory compliance, facilities safety, emergency planning, and risk management.
- Conducted safety inspections of equipment and facilities to maintain compliance.
- Collaborated with local government departments, schools, and community organizations.
- Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety administration.
Education
Master of Public Administration -
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Fire & Emergency Management
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN03-2023
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Operational Management
- Crisis management
- Risk Management
- Crisis Response
- Strategic Planning
- Budget Administration
- Budget oversight
- Policy Development
- Operational Efficiency
- Executive Leadership
- Team management
- Stakeholder management
- Organizational growth
- Government management
- Regulatory oversight
Affiliations
- International City/County Management Association
- International Code Council
- National Fire Protection Association
Training
- Fire Service Leadership
- Emergency Management
- Public Administration
- Incident Management Systems
- Strategic Planning
- Government Operations
- Community Risk Reduction
- Public Safety Administration
Accomplishments
- Medical Life Saving Award
- Clayton County Board Chairman Letter of Commendation
- Clayton County Fire Marshal Letter of Commendation
- Jr. NBA Atlanta Market Runner-Up Coach of the Year
Timeline
Fire Marshal
City of Locust Grove
05.2022 - Current
Election Precinct Manager
DeKalb County Board of Elections
08.2021 - 12.2021
Plan Review Manager / Fire Prevention Officer
DeKalb County Fire Rescue Department
06.2016 - 05.2022
Lieutenant / Firefighter / Fire Inspector / Fire Prevention Officer
Clayton County Fire & Emergency Services
10.2004 - 06.2016
Master of Public Administration -
University of West Georgia
Bachelor of Science - Fire & Emergency Management
Purdue University Global