Overview
Work History
Education
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Christopher Morris

South Sterling,PA

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Police Captain

Greene-Dreher VFA
12.2015 - Current
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property
  • Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns
  • Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines
  • Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public
  • Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel
  • Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire
  • Performed variety of fire suppression activities at fire scenes, including laying and connecting hose, holding nozzles and directing water streams, raising and climbing ladders and using pike poles, smoke ejectors, and forcible entry tools
  • Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots
  • Cleaned and performed general maintenance of fire equipment and fire stations
  • Notified fire dispatchers to detail any difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies
  • Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle
  • Established water supplies, connected hoses, and directed water onto fires
  • Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision making in emergency situations

Courthouse Security

Wayne County Sheriff's Department
01.2021 - 01.2024

Courthouse Security for the Wayne County Court, Wayne County Probation/Parole, Domestic Relations and Wayne County Children and Youth Service Departments.

Assist Wayne County Sheriff with screening of all individuals entering the premises.

Public Safety Officer

Wallenpaupack Lake Estates
11.2019 - 12.2020
  • Enhanced public safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency situations in a timely manner.
  • Improved community relations through proactive engagement with local residents and businesses, addressing concerns and providing information on public safety initiatives.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to share intelligence, coordinate responses, and support investigations into criminal activity.
  • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for events and facilities, implementing appropriate security measures to ensure public safety.
  • Provided first aid assistance during medical emergencies, applying life-saving techniques until paramedics arrived on scene.
  • Maintained accurate records of incidents and actions taken during shifts, contributing to effective communication between team members and supervisors.
  • Assisted in the development of emergency response plans, taking into account potential threats and vulnerabilities within the community.

Public Safety Officer

The Hideout POA
12.2018 - 11.2019
  • Patrolled assigned areas on foot, horseback or by vehicle
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses
  • Policed assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance
  • Safely used firearms and other modern medical and police equipment
  • Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area
  • Mapped information and read maps
  • Attended public gatherings to maintain order
  • Notified emergency personnel of incidents and accidents requiring medical assistance and aid
  • Investigated crimes and accidents while administering first aid, securing perimeters and accident scenes and identifying and preserving evidence
  • Patrolled location to preserve law and order, deter and detect criminal activity, enforce laws and regulations, respond to citizen requests for assistance and provide public safety
  • Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters, including directing traffic, administering emergency medical aid and carrying people from dangerous areas

Security Guard - Seasonal Position

Patriot Security Solutions
12.2018 - 03.2019
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols every hour to spot and investigate concerns
  • Completed [Type] reports by recording observations and occurrences and interviewing witnesses following incidents
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns
  • Adhered to established procedures and policies and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations
  • Remained flexible in rapidly changing environments and adapted to developing situations
  • Used initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines to respond appropriately to security situations
  • Prepared regular written logs and incident report at close of each shift for distribution to next shift
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment, including cameras
  • Patrolled sites on foot and by vehicle to provide visible deterrence to incidents and respond quickly to disturbances
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites
  • Wrote reports of daily activities and irregularities such as property damage, theft, guest or employee accidents and unusual occurrences
  • Patrolled and monitored property areas via bicycle and company vehicle
  • Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic upon entry onto building grounds through electronic gates

Armed Security Guard - Seasonal Position

JAY Security LLC
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols every hour to spot and investigate concerns
  • Used initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines to respond appropriately to security situations
  • Patrolled and monitored property areas via bicycle and company vehicle
  • Maintained open communication with security team members and building supervisors via radios, telephones, digital means
  • Adhered to established procedures and policies and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations
  • Applied effective communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with all levels of personnel and general public
  • Completed hourly patrols of internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets

Education

PA ACT 235 Renewal Course

3 B's
Honesdale, PA
6 2019

Firefighter 1 Essentials

Orange County Fire Training Center
New Hampton, NY
4 2017

PA ACT 235

Classic Pistol Inc
Southampton, PA
5 2014

High School Diploma -

Abington Senior High School
Abington, PA
5 1993

Skills

  • Public Safety and Security
  • Pennsylvania ACT 235
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • CPR First Aid AED
  • Firefighter 1 Essentials

Certification

  • Pennsylvania ACT 235
  • CPR First Aid AED
  • Firefighter 1 Essentials
  • OCAT
  • MEB
  • NIMS Certification ( FEMA )

Timeline

Courthouse Security

Wayne County Sheriff's Department
01.2021 - 01.2024

Public Safety Officer

Wallenpaupack Lake Estates
11.2019 - 12.2020

Public Safety Officer

The Hideout POA
12.2018 - 11.2019

Security Guard - Seasonal Position

Patriot Security Solutions
12.2018 - 03.2019

Armed Security Guard - Seasonal Position

JAY Security LLC
06.2018 - 08.2018

Fire Police Captain

Greene-Dreher VFA
12.2015 - Current

PA ACT 235 Renewal Course

3 B's

Firefighter 1 Essentials

Orange County Fire Training Center

PA ACT 235

Classic Pistol Inc

High School Diploma -

Abington Senior High School
  • Pennsylvania ACT 235
  • CPR First Aid AED
  • Firefighter 1 Essentials
  • OCAT
  • MEB
  • NIMS Certification ( FEMA )
Christopher Morris