Carey Schiferli
Anoka,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented Fire Chief experienced in emergency response planning and safety compliance. Managed training initiatives and developed emergency plans to enhance team skills and maintain operational efficiency. Pursuing flexible part-time opportunities that leverage strong work ethic and organizational skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Fire Chief
City of Ramsey
Ramsey, MN
01.1997 - 09.2025
- Led incident command during emergency responses to critical situations.
- Developed emergency response plans focused on community safety and preparedness.
- Coordinated training programs to enhance firefighting skills, resulting in improved team readiness and effectiveness.
- Established training objectives for department members in areas such as hazardous materials operations and emergency medical services.
- Supervised daily operations of fire department personnel and resources to ensure efficiency.
- Managed staffing and recruitment processes to align team composition with operational needs, ensuring optimal coverage and capability.
- Managed equipment inventory and maintenance schedules for fire apparatus to optimize readiness.
- Conducted periodic inspections of all fire stations to assess equipment condition and operational readiness.
- Reviewed and updated departmental policies to ensure compliance with best practices and enhance operational efficiency.
- Reviewed incident reports for accuracy and completeness prior to submission for review by higher-level administrators or outside agencies.
- Represented the department at community events designed to promote awareness of fire safety measures.
- Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
North Hennepin Community College
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Emergency preparedness
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Training coordination
- Team collaboration
- Workplace safety
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability
- Team development
- Adaptable to change
Certification
- Fire Fighter 1
- Fire Fighter 2
- Fire Instructor 1
- Fire Officer 1
- Fire Officer 2
- Fire Inspector 1
- Arson Investigator
- State of Minnesota Fire Fighter License
- First Responder (EMR)
Timeline
Assistant Fire Chief
City of Ramsey
01.1997 - 09.2025
Some College (No Degree) -
North Hennepin Community College