Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
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Brian K. Croft

Spring

Summary

Trusted leader with over 18 years in fire service, emergency response, and public safety. Proven professional in fire prevention, investigation, and community engagement. Holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Service Leadership and multiple certifications including Master Firefighter, Fire Officer II, and EMT-Basic. Committed to enhancing fire service operations and fostering community trust.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Marshal

Village Fire Department, Houston, TX
12.2022 - Current
  • Lead in-depth investigations of fire origins and complete all necessary state and local reporting requirements.
  • Lead Fire Prevention and Awareness training
  • Maintain fire inspection/prevention activities records and data, including the preparation of fire inspection/prevention reports as required
  • Develops, recommends, and administers the Fire Marshal’s office annual budget and forecasts funds needed for equipment, materials, supplies, and staffing
  • Lead and conduct the inspection of hydrants, sprinkler systems, elements of fire prevention or protection systems, existing structures and construction/remodels for compliance with fire codes
  • Maintains the department's records management system and computer aided dispatch software

Captain

Village Fire Department, Houston, TX
04.2016 - 12.2022

Driver Operator

Village Fire Department, Houston, TX
01.2012 - 04.2016

Firefighter and EMT Basic

Village Fire Department, Houston, TX
04.2007 - 12.2011

Lead Client Services Specialist

PennWell Publishing, Houston, TX
03.2000 - 04.2007
  • Sole IT support for local office with 130 personnel
  • Managed inventory control
  • Configure/repair laptops and desktops
  • Setup and manage mobile network
  • Install software including: Windows, Microsoft Office, Visio, Multiple oil & gas software programs and Remedy Helpdesk

Senior Airman, E-4, Network Administrator

U.S. Air Force, Albuquerque, NM
02.1996 - 02.2000

Honorably Discharged


Responsibilities:

  • Troubleshoot server and PC problems (hardware and software)
  • Research, test and evaluate new computer equipment and software
  • Inventory and track computer equipment and software
  • Schedule and train network engineers in computer functions
  • Build and configure new computers for network functionality

Education

Bachelor of Science - Public Service Leadership

University of Houston - Clearlake
Clearlake, TX

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Lone Star College System
Montgomery, TX

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science Technology

Lone Star College System
Montgomery, TX

Skills

  • Demonstrated leadership effectiveness
  • Firefighter safety protocols
  • Operational fire tactics
  • Emergency preparedness and crisis response
  • Fire risk assessment
  • Fire alarm systems

Certification

  • Fire Marshal
  • Master Peace Officer
  • Master Inspector
  • Master Arson Investigator
  • Fire Officer I & II
  • Instructor I & II
  • Emergency Medical Technician
  • Driver/Operator: Pumper
  • Wildland Firefighter Basic
  • NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800

Awards

The 100 Club Firefighter of the Year; Firefighter Commendation Award, Honors Graduate: Cum Laude, Air Force Commendation Medal

Timeline

Fire Marshal

Village Fire Department, Houston, TX
12.2022 - Current

Captain

Village Fire Department, Houston, TX
04.2016 - 12.2022

Driver Operator

Village Fire Department, Houston, TX
01.2012 - 04.2016

Firefighter and EMT Basic

Village Fire Department, Houston, TX
04.2007 - 12.2011

Lead Client Services Specialist

PennWell Publishing, Houston, TX
03.2000 - 04.2007

Senior Airman, E-4, Network Administrator

U.S. Air Force, Albuquerque, NM
02.1996 - 02.2000

Bachelor of Science - Public Service Leadership

University of Houston - Clearlake

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Lone Star College System

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science Technology

Lone Star College System