Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Additional Information
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Carolyn Moore

St. Louis,Missouri

Summary

Dedicated firefighting professional with great leadership, planning and scene management abilities. Talented in keeping crew members at peak performance with continuous training and expert motivational talents. Ready for any challenge and certified in multiple areas.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Fire Captain

Saint Louis Fire Department
10.2007 - Current
  • Enhanced emergency response efficiency by implementing streamlined communication protocols within the department.
  • Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
  • Developed strong relationships with community leaders, fostering trust and collaboration for public safety initiatives.
  • Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate staffing for optimal response times during emergencies.
  • Collaborated with local schools to implement fire safety education programs, empowering students with life-saving knowledge.
  • Contributed to regional disaster planning efforts, enhancing preparedness for natural disasters and other potential crises.
  • Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
  • Delivered timely incident reports to senior leadership, providing accurate data for budgetary decisions and policy development purposes.
  • Championed advancements in technology usage within the department to improve operational efficiency during both daily activities and emergency situations.

Firefighter

St. Louis Fire Department
01.2000 - 10.2007

Collaborated with City of St. Louis Information Technology to upgrade all 30 Engine houses with new computer technology.

Implemented a new Inventory system to accurately track inventory for the department's Fixed Asset Management System.

Responds to Fire Department Command Post during multiple alarms

Provide support to the day to day operations of the Fire Academy

  • Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
  • Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
  • Participated in post-incident analyses to identify areas for improvement in departmental policies and procedures.
  • Enhanced overall departmental performance by attending professional development courses and conferences, sharing acquired knowledge with colleagues upon return.
  • Maintained meticulous records of incident responses, ensuring accurate documentation for reporting purposes and future reference.
  • Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.

Crash Rescue Firefighter

St. Louis Fire Department
10.1995 - 01.2000

Provide Airport's Emergency Medical service

Participated in extensive training and company drills

Conducted familiarization surveys and inspections

Responded to aircraft fires, hazardous spills and structural fires on Airport property.

  • Enhanced emergency response time by streamlining communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Achieved improved situational awareness through continuous training in advanced firefighting techniques and tools.

Firefighter

St. Louis Fire Department
10.1989 - 10.1995
  • Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
  • Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
  • Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.

Education

Management And Leadership

Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute
New Orleans, LA
06.2023

Master of Science - Management And Leadership

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
02.2020

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
05.1994

Skills

  • Public Education
  • Emergency Response Procedures
  • Training Development
  • Hazardous Materials Response
  • CPR Certification
  • Leadership Development
  • Policy Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Incident Reporting
  • Firefighting Operations

Accomplishments

  • Serves on the Selection Committee for Major Fire Department Purchases
  • Implemented a new EMS Billing System with ESO and Digitech
  • Implemented the Knox Box System
  • Developed a Help Desk System to help prioritize technical support calls for the Fire Department.
  • Created support training documents to aid those with challenges to learning computers.
  • AFG Grant Peer Review Panel served on the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Panel where I reviewed numerous grants with other Fire Personnel from across the states.
  • Collaborated with City of St. Louis Information Technology to upgrade all 30 Engine houses with new computer technology.
  • Implemented a new Inventory system to accurately track inventory for the department's Fixed Asset Management System.


Affiliations

  • St Louis Fire Department Honor Guard
  • Women in Fire
  • IABPFF International Association of Black Professional Firefighters
  • BCOC Black Chief Officers Committee

Certification

  • Firefighter 1 & 2
  • Fire Officer 1
  • Fire Service Instructor 1
  • HAZMAT Technician
  • All-Hazards Incident Management
  • Fire & Life Safety Educator
  • NIMS 100, 200 and 700

Additional Information

Recipient of the 2018-2019 Career Development Grant issued by AAUW American Association of University Women April 2018

The American Association of University Women is the nation's leading voice promoting equity and education for women and girls. Founded in 1881, AAUW members have examined and taken positions on the fundamental issues of the day - educational, social, economic and political.


Recipient of the Western Governors Scholarship Award issued by Western Governors WGU 5th Anniversary Scholarship


Recipient of the Blue and White Award and Mayors Proclamation



Timeline

Fire Captain

Saint Louis Fire Department
10.2007 - Current

Firefighter

St. Louis Fire Department
01.2000 - 10.2007

Crash Rescue Firefighter

St. Louis Fire Department
10.1995 - 01.2000

Firefighter

St. Louis Fire Department
10.1989 - 10.1995

Management And Leadership

Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute

Master of Science - Management And Leadership

Western Governors University

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Firefighter 1 & 2, Fire Officer 1, Fire Service Instructor 1, HAZMAT Technician, All-Hazards Incident Management, Fire & Life Safety Educator, NIMS 100, 200 and 700

Carolyn Moore