Experienced fire services leader with a strong background in fire suppression and emergency response at South Burlington Fire Department. Demonstrated success in team leadership and incident management, promoting safety and support within the organization. Expertise in public speaking and behavioral health, contributing to community education and enhancing firefighter well-being.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Captain/Paramedic
South Burlington Fire Department
South Burlington
03.2022 - Current
Company Overview: Emergency services professional with advanced knowledge of the newest techniques in fire suppression, emergency medical care, hazmat response & technical rescue.
Serves as shift commander supervising all personnel & activities.
Responsible for instruction of recruit firefighters as part of the instructional team for each recruit academy.
Serves on the Pension Advisory Committee representing Union Firefighters in South Burlington.
Supervises Fire Prevention Education, responsibilities include administration & delivery of fire prevention education curriculum in the public school system, health care facilities and the business community.
Member of the Professional Firefighters of Vermont Peer Support Team providing assistance 24hrs/day to Career firefighters experiencing behavioral/mental health issues as well as substance abuse disorders.
Emergency services professional with advanced knowledge of the newest techniques in fire suppression, emergency medical care, hazmat response & technical rescue.
Lieutenant/Paramedic
South Burlington Fire Department
South Burlington
02.2018 - 03.2022
Responded quickly to emergency situations in order to protect life or property.
Provided guidance and direction to staff on the proper use of departmental policies and procedures.
Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Ensured compliance with federal, state, local laws and regulations relating to public safety.
Labor Union Treasurer, Vice President & President
South Burlington Fire Department
South Burlington
01.2002 - 12.2021
Managed cash flow forecasting activities in accordance with organizational goals.
Monitored and maintained financial records, including budgets, investments, and expenditures.
Analyzed financial data to identify potential areas of cost savings.
Fire Prevention Education Coordinator
South Burlington Fire Department
South Burlington
03.2014 - 01.2018
Organized meetings with faculty members to discuss curricular needs of students in the program.
Planned and developed educational programs, courses, workshops and other learning activities.
Communicated regularly with leadership team regarding updates on current projects or initiatives within the department.
Senior Firefighter/Paramedic
South Burlington Fire Department
South Burlington
01.2012 - 01.2018
Senior Firefighter/EMT-Intermediate 03
South Burlington Fire Department
South Burlington
06.2004 - 01.2012
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
South Burlington Fire Department
South Burlington
12.2001 - 06.2004
Call Firefighter/EMT-Basic
South Burlington Fire Department
South Burlington
01.2000 - 12.2001
Education
Command & Control Decision Making -
Multi-Alarm Incidents
02.2024
IAFF Peer Support Program -
09.2017
Pro-Board Certified Fire Officer II -
05.2012
Paramedic Education Program
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT
12-2011
NFA Leadership I -
04.2010
IAFF Affiliate Leadership Training Summit -
12.2008
IAFC Leadership & Administration -
10.2008
B.S. - Psychology
Johnson State College
Johnson, Vermont
05.1997
Skills
Fire suppression and emergency response
Fire department procedures
Team leadership and personnel management
Incident management and crisis intervention
Public speaking and behavioral health support
Staff development and leadership
Affiliations
Trained for and successfully completed a marathon and triathlon. Enjoys hunting, fishing, swimming, yoga, mindfulness & personal fitness challenges.