Brett Asher
Elmont
Summary
Dynamic emergency management professional with extensive experience in crisis response and coordination. Proven ability to lead teams and develop strategies to effectively manage large-scale emergencies. Accomplished emergency management specialist with a strong background in crisis communication and team collaboration. Skilled in coordinating response efforts and engaging stakeholders to optimize emergency management strategies. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
FDNY FireFighter Emergency Managment
City Of New York
New York
09.2000 - Current
- Addressed large-scale fires and building collapses, as well as the covid 19 pandemic with immediate response measures.
Handled critical weather emergencies like floods, hurricanes, and significant snow or ice storms.
Oversaw operations during widespread power outages to restore services efficiently.
Facilitated evacuations of displaced occupants in response to emergencies. - Engaged with State and City Agencies as well as public and private stakeholders to optimize crisis management strategies during emergency incidents.
- Coordinated communication among all parties engaged in emergency response to ensure efficient operations during emergencies.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate fire suppression and rescue services.
- Conducted fire safety inspections in residential and commercial buildings.
- Maintained firefighting equipment and ensured readiness for emergency situations.
- Collaborated with team members during training drills and emergency response exercises.
- Educated community members on fire prevention and safety practices.
- Operated firefighting vehicles and equipment during rescue operations.
- Assisted in investigations of fire incidents to determine causes and prevent recurrence.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers and other emergency responders during incidents.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Pioneered creation of FDNY's first UAS (drone) program and facilitated establishment of citywide Drone Task Force for NYCEM (OEM)
Emergency Medical Technician
Shea Stadium Sports
Queens
04.1998 - 04.2002
- Responded to medical emergencies during events at Shea Stadium.
- Administered first aid and CPR to injured individuals on-site.
- Collaborated with medical teams to ensure patient safety and care.
- Maintained emergency equipment and supplies for operational readiness.
Emergency Medical Technician
Glen Oaks vollunteer ambulance Corps
Queens
05.1999 - 12.2001
- Responded to emergency calls in Glen Oaks, providing critical care and transport to hospitals.
Administered emergency care, ensuring timely response for patients in need.
Coordinated transportation efforts to deliver patients to appropriate area hospitals efficiently.
Emergency Medical Technician
Jamaica Hospital
queens
04.2000 - 09.2001
- Addressed medical emergencies within southern Jamaica area of Queens, New York.
- Maintained emergency equipment and supplies for operational readiness.
- Conducted patient assessments to determine immediate medical needs.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medical Technicion, Emergency Management
Queensborough Community College
Oakland Gardens, NYEmergency Management
City Of New York
New York, NYSkills
- Fire suppression and safety inspections
- Emergency response and crisis management
- Equipment maintenance and incident coordination
- Crisis management
- Equipment maintenance
- Incident coordination
- Team collaboration
- Rapid assessment
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Stress management
- Decision making
- Leadership skills
- Incident command system
- Disaster management
- Mass casualty events
- Emergency communications
- Emergency support
- Relationship building and management
- Staff development and leadership
- Emergency response procedures
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
FDNY FireFighter Emergency Managment
City Of New York
09.2000 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Jamaica Hospital
04.2000 - 09.2001
Emergency Medical Technician
Glen Oaks vollunteer ambulance Corps
05.1999 - 12.2001
Emergency Medical Technician
Shea Stadium Sports
04.1998 - 04.2002
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medical Technicion, Emergency Management
Queensborough Community College
Emergency Management
City Of New York