Anthony Wayne Hitt Jr
Summary
Dedicated and highly self-motivated, fire officer and public servant that brings 10+ years of experience specializing in managing various fire fighting duties, leadership roles, and working with community stakeholders. While bringing a well balanced knowledge of field experience, administrative duties, and strong leadership characteristics. Has maintained budgets and expenditures within numerous organizations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Chief Plant Protection
Merck Sharp & Dohme
Elkton
10.2024 - Current
- Directed cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives across departments.
- Collaborated with leadership to develop and execute operational plans.
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge.
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory requirements in all operations.
- Established communication channels between departments for effective collaboration.
- Developed and enforced department procedures, rules and tactics.
- Maintained a high level of communication with other divisions within the organization.
- Represented Chief at internal and external meetings as required.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Fire Lieutenant
Warren County Fire & Rescue
Front Royal
12.2020 - 10.2024
- Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
- Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Maintaining Warren County's Fire and Rescue social media account.
- Conduct personnel evaluations and provide positive and constructive feedback during the performance review process.
- Organized and executed Fire Prevention Activities within the community. Such as working with the local public library and businesses within the community for special events.
- Established positive working relationships with community stakeholders.
- Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
- Drafted reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
- Promoted high satisfaction with stakeholders by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Office of Emergency Management
Warren County Fire & Rescue
Front Royal
03.2022 - 10.2024
- Developed and deepened relationships with local municipalities, county departments and city agencies to facilitate smooth planning and coordination of emergency response.
- Created and managed plans for emergencies, security concerns, natural disasters and medical incidents.
- Updated emergency preparedness resource materials plan to comply with federal and state regulations.
- Created emergency situation status reports to discuss response and recovery efforts.
- Communicated departmental, organizational and industry information to staff to help each person better carry out organizational goals.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish goals.
- Perform quality assurance checks on all submitted fire reports.
Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician
Warren County Fire & Rescue
Front Royal
10.2014 - 11.2020
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Shenandoah County Public Schools
Woodstock
09.2021 - 05.2025
- Be involved in my children's learning environment and build relationships within their school's community.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment.
Emergency Medical Technician/Ambulance Operator
Medical Transport LLC
Harrisonburg
06.2013 - 02.2015
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
Service Adviser
Marlow Ford
Luray
02.2011 - 06.2013
- Used service skills and technical knowledge to ascertain issues and provide swift, successful resolutions.
- Explained amount for expected services and provided detailed answers to customer questions.
Education
Advanced Professional Development Series -
FEMA/VDEM
03-2024
Basic Emergency Management Academy -
FEMA/VDEM
12-2022
Completion Certificate -
National Honor Guard Academy
09-2021
High School Diploma -
Page County High School
Shenandoah, VA06-2009
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Laurel Ridge Community College
Middletown, VA05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2026
Skills
- Great Work Ethic
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Active Listening & Critical Thinking Skills
- Friendly & Approachable Attitude
- Strong Leadership Skills
- Prepares and Maintains Reports
- Developing & Monitoring of Budgets
- Record Keeping of Financial Reports
- Effectively Leading Meetings
- Maintaining Department Equipment and Records of Orders
- Building Positive Relationships within the Department, Community, and Outside Agencies
- Completing Staff Evaluations and Providing Positive and Constructive Feedback
- Efficient Response Time with Communications
- Attention to Details
- Proficient with both Microsoft Office & Google Drive
- Managing Department's Social Media Accounts
- Creating & Organizing Community Outreach Programs and Events
- Teaching Fire Safety Public Education Through Community Outreach Programs
- Providing Emergency Response and Compassionate Patient Care
- Always Seeking Learning Opportunities for Training & Development
Accomplishments
- Life Saving Award 2021
- Outstanding Service to the Department EMS 2021
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician Basic (Virginia)
- Introduction to Wildland Firefighting S130-190
- Swift Water Rescue-Flood Operations
Leadership Training
- Company Officer Development Program
- Fire Officer I
- Leadership II
- Leadership III
- Leadership I
- McDonald's- Basic Shift Management
- McDonald's- Advanced Shift Management
Community Risk Reduction
- NFA Youth Fire Setting Intervention Specialist
- Youth Fire Setting Program Manager
- Essentials of Community Risk Reduction
- Introduction to Community Risk Assessment
- Introduction to Strategic Community Risk Reduction
- Public and Life Safety Educator I
- National Child Passenger Safety Technician
Instructor Certifications
- CPR/AED- American Heart Association
- First Aid- AHA
- CPR/AED- American Safety and Health Institute
- First Aid- ASHI
- Stop the Bleed
- Fire Instructor I
Pro-Board
- Driver/Operator Pumper
- Hazmat Awareness & Operations
- Firefighter I
- Firefighter II
Online Courses
- National Incident Management Systems Resource Management
- Anticipating Hazardous Weather and Community Risk
- Public Information Officer Awareness
- Emergency Management Institute Professional Development Series
- Leadership and Influence
- Decision Making & Problem Solving
- Effective Communication
- Developing & Managing Volunteers
- Basic Emergency Operations Center Functions
- Introduction to Exercise
- Emergency Planning
- Fundamental of Emergency Management
- National Response Framework, An Introduction
- National Incident Management System
- Incident Command System for Single Resources & Initial Action Incident
- Introduction to Incident Command System
Current & Former Committee Assignments
- Cancer Prevention
- Community Risk Reduction
- Vehicle Replacement
- Logistics and Uniform/Turnout Gear Ordering and Tracking
Community Involvement
- Community Care and Learning Center of New Market, Virginia
Board Member
- Shenandoah Youth Football League, Luray, Virginia
Micro League Assistant Coach
Freshman League Assistant Coach
- Luray Little League
Coach Pitch Assistant Coach
Minor Baseball Assistant Coach
VAVRS Certifications
- Emergency Vehicle Operators Course 1, 2, 3
- School Bus Extrication
- Introduction to Swift Water Rescue
- Search & Rescue
- Basic & Light Duty Rescue Awareness & Low Angle Operations
- Verticle Rescue- High Angle Operations
Professional Organziations
Warren County Professional Firefighters, Local 3588 2015-2024
Treasurer 2016-2024
- Oversaw financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, asset coordination, account management and budgets.
- Controlled revenue collection systems to maintain information quality and integrity.
- Coordinated timely dissemination of internal and external financial statements, annual audits and annual budgets. Obtain and constantly monitor and maintain the 501C5 tax exempt status.
Secretary 2016-2021
- Maintained organized filing system of paper and electronic documents.
- Coordinated communications, taking calls, responding to emails and interfacing with members.
- Scheduled meetings and sent invitations specifying time and location.
Luray Little League 2023-Current
Vice President 2025-Current
- Managed stakeholder communications to foster transparency and collaboration across teams.
- Identified problems and implemented solutions to better streamline operations.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for services, products and supplies.
- Managed financial operations, overseeing budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis activities.
- Oversaw a recent special project of an indoor batting facility.
Treasurer 2023-2025
- Oversaw financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, asset coordination, account management and budgets.
- Controlled revenue collection systems to maintain information quality and integrity.
- Coordinated timely dissemination of internal and external financial statements, annual audits and annual budgets. Obtain and constantly monitor and maintain the 501C3 tax exempt status.
- Created and maintained information for the State Corporation Commission of Virginia.
- Transitioned the Little League into multiple different digital platforms to include quickbooks and Google Business Console.
Volunteer Experience
Luray Volunteer Rescue Squad November 2009- Current
Emergency Medical Technician/Driver November 2009-Current
- Respond to a variety of emergencies.
- Perform public service calls and standbys.
- Perform routine equipment inspections and checks.
Captain January 2014- December 2016
- Oversaw all operations and functions of the department.
- Created and maintained all policies.
- Oversaw all officer positions.
First Lieutenant January 2013- December 2013
- Oversaw all special operations.
- Assisted the Captain with day to day operations.
- Filled in during the absence of the Captain.
- Oversaw the release of new Emergency Medical Technicians.
Equipment Lieutenant January 2012- December 2012
- Maintain maintenance records for the fleet.
- Chairman of the equipment committee.
- Repair and replace equipment and help to create replacement plans.
Training Lieutenant June 2011- December 2011
- Responsible for for conducting and coordinating monthly trainings.
- Maintaining accurate and appropriate levels of EMS supplies.
Luray Volunteer Fire Department May 2011-February 2015
Firefighter
- Responds to a variety of incidents.
- Wash and clean apparatus.
- Perform public service calls.
- Attend monthly fundraisers and weekly meetings.
FEMA/VDEM Certifications
- Hurricane Readiness for Inland Communities
- Recovery From Disaster: The Local Community Role
- Management of Spontaneous Volunteers
- Local Damage Assessment
- Mitigation Planning Workshop for Local Governments
- Volunteer Donations and Management
- Public Information Officer
- Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program
- Planning: Emergency Operations
- Science of Disasters
- Foundations of Emergency Management
- Incident Command System/ Emergency Operations Center Interface
- Incident Command System 400
- Incident Command System 300
- Public Safety Response to Terrorism-Awareness
Virginia Department of Fire Programs
- National Fallen Firefighter Stress First Aid
- Strategy and Tactics for Initial Company Operations
- Vehicle Rescue Level II
- Vehicle Rescue Level I
- Introduction to Technical Rescue Module II
- National Traffic Incident Management Responder Course
- Introduction to Technical Rescue Module I
- Emergency Vehicle Operations Class I, II, III
- Vehicle Rescue Awareness & Operations
Timeline
Deputy Chief Plant Protection
Merck Sharp & Dohme
10.2024 - Current
Office of Emergency Management
Warren County Fire & Rescue
03.2022 - 10.2024
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Shenandoah County Public Schools
09.2021 - 05.2025
Fire Lieutenant
Warren County Fire & Rescue
12.2020 - 10.2024
Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician
Warren County Fire & Rescue
10.2014 - 11.2020
Emergency Medical Technician/Ambulance Operator
Medical Transport LLC
06.2013 - 02.2015
Service Adviser
Marlow Ford
02.2011 - 06.2013
Advanced Professional Development Series -
FEMA/VDEM
Basic Emergency Management Academy -
FEMA/VDEM
Completion Certificate -
National Honor Guard Academy
High School Diploma -
Page County High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Laurel Ridge Community College
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management
Liberty University