I am a highly motivated professional with over 12 years of experience in emergency services. I have a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I have a proven ability to work independently, as part of a team, and I am eager to learn new skills needed to improve my performance on the job. I am committed to community service and collaboration with my peers, as well as neighboring agencies when needed.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
911 Telecommunicator
Jefferson County 911 Dispatch
House Springs , MO
03.2023 - Current
Coordinated response efforts between police, fire departments, EMS units, hospitals and other agencies involved in responding to an incident.
Maintained contact with callers until help arrived at scene.
Prioritized multiple simultaneous calls based on severity of incident reported by caller.
Updated CAD system regularly with status reports from field units on location and progress of their assignments.
Participated in training sessions related to new technologies used in Emergency Dispatching.
Provided pre-arrival instructions to callers regarding medical, fire, and other emergencies.
Communicated with dispatchers from other jurisdictions to coordinate mutual aid responses across county lines or state borders when necessary.
Monitored radio frequency for active incidents or events requiring dispatch assistance.
Documented all relevant details from each call in computer-aided dispatch system.
Received requests for non-emergency services such as tow trucks, ambulances, locksmiths. and dispatched resources accordingly.
Dispatched appropriate personnel to respond to emergency situations.
Used radio, telephone and computer system to update first responders with new information.
Firefighter
Desoto Rural Fire Protection District
DeSoto, MO
10.2019 - Current
Responded promptly to medical emergencies.
Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
Assisted in cleaning up hazardous materials following an incident scene.
Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
Prepared detailed reports concerning all activities at emergency scenes.
Evaluated incident scenes for possible victims requiring medical attention or evacuation assistance.
Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.