Christopher Jagoe
LUMBERTON
Summary
Dynamic District Fire Chief with extensive experience in emergency response, incident command, and team leadership. Proven ability to enhance community safety initiatives and develop effective training programs.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
District Fire Chief
Beaumont Fire EMS
Beaumont
03.2002 - Current
- Directed emergency response operations and coordinated firefighting strategies.
- Managed training programs for firefighters and emergency medical personnel.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for fire prevention and response.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance community safety initiatives.
- Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation for fire department needs.
- Led incident command during large-scale emergencies and disasters.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided mentorship to improve skills.
- Advocated for public education on fire safety and prevention measures.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Conducted regular inspections of all fire stations to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Managed staffing, recruitment, interviewing and selection of potential team members in alignment with station needs.
- Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
- Supported continuing operations and rehabilitation of firefighting equipment by identifying new community resources.
- Prepared weekly reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved by the Fire Department during that time period.
- Maintained an inventory of supplies and equipment needed for responding to emergencies efficiently.
- Managed daily operations of the Fire Department by developing policies and procedures related to safety, training, recruitment and retention, records management, discipline and administrative issues.
- Provided leadership and direction to department personnel in the development and implementation of fire prevention, suppression, hazardous materials, emergency medical services, technical rescue and public education programs.
- Ensured proper maintenance of vehicles and equipment used by firefighters.
- Managed staff schedules for shifts and events to minimize overtime costs.
- Developed and implemented training procedures for newly hired personnel.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Officer
Navarro College
Corsicana, TXSkills
- Emergency response
- Incident command
- Fire safety training
- Team leadership
- Safety protocol development
- Community outreach
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
District Fire Chief
Beaumont Fire EMS
03.2002 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Officer
Navarro College