Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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CHRISTOPHER D. COCKE

Abilene,TX

Summary

Serving Public Safety since 1988

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Public Health Emergency Preparedness Assistant

Abilene-Taylor County Public Health District
Abilene, TX
04.2024 - Current
  • Delivered emergency preparedness training through community outreach and engagement.
  • Maintained accurate inventories of emergency equipment and supplies for operational readiness.
  • Assessed preparedness capabilities and identified critical gaps in emergency response.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to develop and implement strategic solutions.
  • Authored jurisdictional risk analysis and multi-year Integrated Preparedness Plan.
  • Fulfilled CDC PHEP Cooperative Agreement requirements via planning and evaluation activities.
  • Participated in four PHEP exercises to enhance response capabilities.
  • Served as district Safety Officer, ensuring compliance with workplace safety standards.

Health Inspector I

Abilene-Taylor County Public Health District
Abilene, TX
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Inspected public and private facilities for compliance with health codes and regulations.
  • Documented inspection results and conducted necessary follow-ups to ensure adherence.
  • Educated food service workers on best practices to enhance public safety.
  • Performed mosquito surveillance and control measures as required.
  • Obtained Certified Food Manager and Certified Pool Operator certifications.
  • Earned Pesticide Non-commercial Applicator’s License from Texas Department of Agriculture.

Assistant Chief for Operations

Dyess Fire & Emergency Services
Abilene, TX
12.2021 - 04.2023
  • Directed 24-hour shift operations of emergency responders at Dyess Air Force Base to enhance efficiency.
  • Acted as Incident Commander for a myriad of emergencies, including hazardous materials and fires.
  • Formulated and implemented Incident Action Plans focused on loss reduction and life protection.
  • Managed facility operations and fire alarm communications after regular duty hours.
  • Recorded all emergency incidents in FEMA’s National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS).
  • Sustained personnel readiness through ongoing training and operational oversight.
  • Oversaw daily activities to ensure high performance during emergencies.

Assistant Chief for Health & Safety

Dyess Fire & Emergency Services
Abilene, TX
05.2015 - 12.2021
  • Implemented and directed comprehensive Occupational Safety and Health Program.
  • Managed Safety, Hazardous Communication, Occupational Exposure, and Respiratory Protection programs.
  • Collaborated with managers on health-related issues to enhance workplace safety.
  • Conducted safety training for all personnel and maintained essential documentation.
  • Coordinated with external agencies to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Served as Incident Safety Officer, overseeing risk management during emergencies.

Supervisory Firefighter

Dyess Fire & Emergency Services
Abilene, TX
02.2008 - 05.2015
  • Oversaw daily operations for 15 to 20 firefighters during 24-hour shifts.
  • Managed fleet of 15 fire and support vehicles valued at over four million dollars.
  • Coordinated vehicle maintenance and annual pump testing to ensure operational readiness.
  • Developed duty rosters and scheduled training events to enhance team performance.
  • Directed personnel certification within DoD Fire Emergency Services system.
  • Achieved recognition as Superior Team Performer from Air Combat Command Inspector General in January 2015.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science - Psychology, Occupational Safety and Health

Waldorf University
06-2024

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Columbia Southern University
08.2017

Skills

  • Emergency preparedness
  • Occupational safety
  • Health inspections
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Incident management
  • Risk assessment

Certification

  • National Registry Emergency Medical Technician – Registry #E3587593
  • NIMS 300/400
  • FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, 800
  • OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Course
  • Credentialed Incident Commander (Department of Homeland Security)
  • Fire Officer III (IFSAC)
  • Fire Department Health & Safety Officer (IFSAC)
  • Fire Department Incident Safety Officer (IFSAC)
  • Fire Instructor III (IFSAC)
  • Airport Firefighter (IFSAC)
  • Hazardous Materials Incident Commander – Train the Trainer (IFSAC)
  • Hazardous Materials Technician – Train the Trainer (IFSAC)
  • Public Telecommunicator I/II (IFSAC)
  • Rescue Technician – Confined Space
  • Wildland Firefighter I (IFSAC)
  • Driver/Operator ARFF (IFSAC)
  • Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply (IFSAC)
  • Driver/Operator Pumper (IFSAC)

References

  • Michael Marascia, Director of Human Resources, Lutheran Sunset Ministries, 618-256-5130, mmarascia@lutheransunset.org
  • Timothy Sirmans, Moody Emergency Manager, United States Air Force, 229-257-9412, timothy.sirmans@us.af.mil
  • Christopher Sleeper, Assistant Chief for Fire Prevention, Altus Fire Emergency Services, 580-481-1574, christopher.sleeper.1@us.af.mil
  • David Thomas, Project Manager, Samsung, 512-798-1526, d.thomasjr05@gmail.com
  • Billy Pearson, Retired, 325-696-2486
  • Peter Delillo, Retired, 520-256-7755, petedelillo@hotmail.com

Timeline

Public Health Emergency Preparedness Assistant

Abilene-Taylor County Public Health District
04.2024 - Current

Health Inspector I

Abilene-Taylor County Public Health District
04.2023 - 04.2024

Assistant Chief for Operations

Dyess Fire & Emergency Services
12.2021 - 04.2023

Assistant Chief for Health & Safety

Dyess Fire & Emergency Services
05.2015 - 12.2021

Supervisory Firefighter

Dyess Fire & Emergency Services
02.2008 - 05.2015

Bachelor of Applied Science - Psychology, Occupational Safety and Health

Waldorf University

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Columbia Southern University

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