Chaney Lounsbury
Des Moines,Iowa
Summary
Public Safety professional with experience in EMS, rope rescue, and military service, bringing a strong foundation in discipline and situational awareness, with a developing ability to operate in high pressure environments. Skilled in teamwork, communication, and working within structured emergency response systems during dynamic and critical incidents. Actively pursuing a career in Emergency Management with a focus on disaster relief and recovery operations. Committed to supporting coordinated response efforts and contributing to long term community resilience.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Armed Public Safety Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
Ankeny, IA
02.2023 - Current
- Monitored premises of 24 buildings to ensure safety and security compliance.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing immediate assistance across campus up to 34,000 students
- Conducted regular patrols to deter and detect suspicious activities across multiple campus across multiple county's
- Prepared detailed and timely incident reports to document security events accurately.
Rope Rescue Technician/Operator
High Priority Consultants
Springfield, OR
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Performed technical rope rescue operations in high-angle, confined space, and difficult-access environments at elevations up to 14,000 feet while maintaining strict safety and operational protocols.
- Conducted hazard assessments and implemented rescue plans working with up to 5 crews in dynamic environments requiring critical thinking and rapid decision-making.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
88M Motor Transport Operator
United States Army National Guard
Perry, IA
05.2016 - 09.2022
- Operated and maintained military transport vehicles in adherence to safety standards and operational protocols.
- Conducted routine inspections and repairs on vehicles to ensure operational readiness and compliance with regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Emergency Management
Waldorf University
Forest City, IA05-2029
Associate of Science - Exercise Science And Kinesiology
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA12-2023
No Degree - Health And Human Physiology
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA09.2020
Skills
- Teamwork and communication
- Rope rescue techniques
- First aid certified
- Incident command system
- Integrity and ethics
- De-escalation strategies
- Report preparation
- Firearms expertise
- Self-defense techniques
- Physical fitness
Certification
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician (Re-Entry Process)
- Lifeguard (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid
- FEMA ICS-100.c: Introduction to ICS
- FEMA ICS-200.c: ICS for Initial Action Incidents
- FEMA IS-700.b: National Incident Management System (NIMS)
- FEMA IS-800.d: National Response Framework
Timeline
Armed Public Safety Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
02.2023 - Current
Rope Rescue Technician/Operator
High Priority Consultants
08.2021 - 10.2023
88M Motor Transport Operator
United States Army National Guard
05.2016 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Emergency Management
Waldorf University
Associate of Science - Exercise Science And Kinesiology
Des Moines Area Community College
No Degree - Health And Human Physiology
University of Iowa