Anthony Swales
La Grande
Summary
Emergency response professional with extensive background in fire safety and emergency management. Recognized for ability to lead teams through critical situations and implement effective response strategies. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliable and efficient outcomes. Key skills include incident command, crisis management, and strategic decision-making.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Captain/EMT
La Grande Rural Fire Protection District
01.2003 - Current
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Served as a reliable and dependable team member, consistently completing assigned tasks and supporting fellow crew members as needed.
- Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
- Coordinated multi-agency operations to mitigate large-scale emergencies, significantly reducing potential property damage and personal injury.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
- Demonstrated exceptional decision-making abilities during high-pressure situations, maintaining a calm demeanor and focusing on passenger safety.
Executive Administrator
Heart ‘n Home Provider
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Over see overall operations of the provider locations
- Served as a trusted advisor to executive directors providing guidance and support in strategic decision marking
- Managed root cause analysis investigations, determining underlying issues in services failures and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
- Enhanced executive directors performance by providing regular coaching, training, and performance feedback to staff members.
- Facilitated successful Governing meetings by preparing agendas, distributing materials, tracking action items, and recording minutes.
Executive Director
Heart ‘n Home
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
- Fostered positive working relationships with cross-functional teams through excellent interpersonal skills and clear communication.
- Boosted employee morale with the coordination of team-building events, recognition programs, and staff celebrations.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Business Loan Officer
Community Bank
08.2020 - 12.2022
- Interview possible loan applicants to determine needs, advise them on suitable loan and credit options
- Maximized lending opportunities by actively prospecting new business leads through networking events and strategic partnerships.
- Assisted customers in understanding loan terms and conditions to make informed decisions.
- Collaborated with underwriters to ensure accurate evaluation of financial records for potential borrowers.
Human Resources/Outreach Coordinator
Mountain Valley Therapy
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Worked with management team and company owners to write policies and implement those policies ensuring compliance with labor and employment regulations
- Facilitated communication between management and employees by handling questions and helping resolve work-related problems to foster a positive work environment
- Partnered with human resources personnel in addressing employee concerns related to professional development opportunities.
- Assisted human resources department in maintaining up-to-date personnel records by collecting relevant documentation from employees periodically.
- Supported Human Resources functions by assisting with recruiting efforts, onboarding new hires, and maintaining personnel records.
- Developed network relationships with industry professionals to enhance community awareness and promote services.
- Increased community engagement by organizing outreach events and coordinating with local organizations.
Executive Director
Wildflower Lodge
08.2012 - 02.2019
- Managed and directed fiscal operations including planning budgets, authorizing expenditures, accounting, establishing service rates and coordinating financial reporting
- Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs
- Addressed issues immediately and worked with other stakeholders to find the most effective solutions available
- Led the facility management staff and consultants in producing a business plan that focused on all aspects of facility operations, including setting priorities and job assignments
- Recruited, hired, trained and coached new employee
- Communicated effectively with residents, families, staff and agencies
Education
Masters in Business - Master’s in Business Administration
Eastern Oregon University
La Grande, OR12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Business Leadership, Organization And Management
Eastern Oregon University
La Grande, OR06.2007
Skills
- Operation Management
- Human Resources
- Budget Management
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Emotional Stability
- Leadership qualities
- Emergency management
- Conflict resolution
- Motivating teams
Professional References
- Nick Vora, nvora@union-county.org, (541) 350-2182, Emergency Manager, Union County, Oregon
- JB Brock, joshua.i.brock@odf.oregon.gov, (541) 910-8088, Protection Supervisor, La Grande, Oregon
- Devin Cornford, dcornford1@hotmail.com, (541) 910-0496, Retired Firefighter, Business Owner, La Grande, Oregon
Timeline
Executive Administrator
Heart ‘n Home Provider
06.2023 - 08.2024
Executive Director
Heart ‘n Home
01.2023 - 08.2024
Business Loan Officer
Community Bank
08.2020 - 12.2022
Human Resources/Outreach Coordinator
Mountain Valley Therapy
04.2019 - 04.2020
Executive Director
Wildflower Lodge
08.2012 - 02.2019
Captain/EMT
La Grande Rural Fire Protection District
01.2003 - Current
Masters in Business - Master’s in Business Administration
Eastern Oregon University
Bachelor of Science - Business Leadership, Organization And Management
Eastern Oregon University
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