Brett McDermott
San Antonio
Summary
Public safety professional with five years of full-time fire and EMS experience, currently serving as a Firefighter/Paramedic. Proven ability to operate under the Incident Command System, make rapid decisions in high-stress environments, and function effectively within structured command systems. Trusted with advanced medical authority, and responsible for accurate legal documentation. Demonstrated reliability through long-term service with a single agency, interagency coordination with law enforcement, and consistent performance in dynamic, high-risk operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
Bexar County ESD. 2 Fire Department
San Antonio
07.2021 - Current
- Respond to high-risk, all-hazards emergency incidents, including medical emergencies, vehicle collisions, search and rescue, fires, and critical trauma events in dynamic environments.
- Operating under the Incident Command System (ICS), executing lawful orders and adapting to rapidly evolving, high-stress operational environments
- Provide advanced life support care as a licensed paramedic, including airway management, medication administration, and patient stabilization
- Make rapid, independent decisions with limited information while maintaining scene safety, public safety, and compliance with protocols
- Complete detailed incident and patient care reports with legal, medical, and procedural accuracy.
- Coordinate with law enforcement, EMS, and fire agencies during multi-unit and multi-agency operations
Volunteer Firefighter
Bexar County ESD. 8 Fire Department
San Antonio
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Gained initial field experience in emergency response prior to a full-time career appointment
- Supported career firefighters during fire suppression and EMS incidents
- Demonstrated commitment through unpaid service while completing formal training and certifications
Air Force Special Operations Development
AFSOC Recruiting
San Antonio
06.2019 - 09.2020
- Participated in structured physical and mental conditioning programs aligned with military special operations standards and preparation
- Developed resilience, discipline, and stress tolerance through rigorous training environments.
- Worked within a team-based selection style setting emphasizing accountability, leadership, and performance under pressure
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine
UT Health San Antonio
San Antonio, TXWildland Firefighter
Some College (No Degree) - Firefighter Certifications
San Antonio College Fire Academy
San AntonioSome College (No Degree) - Emergency Medicine
RC Health Academy
San Antonio, TXIncident Command & Emergency Management Training
(FEMA)
Skills
- High-stress decision-making
- Report writing and documentation accuracy
- Interagency coordination and communication
- Risk assessment and scene safety
- Emergency response operations
- Operational discipline and protocol compliance
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
Bexar County ESD. 2 Fire Department
07.2021 - Current
Volunteer Firefighter
Bexar County ESD. 8 Fire Department
02.2020 - 02.2022
Air Force Special Operations Development
AFSOC Recruiting
06.2019 - 09.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine
UT Health San Antonio
Wildland Firefighter
Some College (No Degree) - Firefighter Certifications
San Antonio College Fire Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medicine
RC Health Academy
Incident Command & Emergency Management Training
(FEMA)