Danny Woodward Jr.
Lyndonville
Summary
History of accomplishing challenging objectives under tight deadlines. Experienced with city policies and legal procedures. Decisive leader and conflict manager with a team-oriented style. Seasoned business leader well-versed in program management, budget administration and public relations. Talented organizer and project coordinator with a forward-thinking and flexible approach. Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Village Trustee/Deputy Mayor
Village Of Lyndonville
04.2012 - Current
- Liaison between village Board and Fire Department
- Public Safety Coordinator Between Village,Town of Yates &Fire Department 2012-present
- Orleans County Planning Board rep 2012-2016
- Village Rep on County EMS Task force
- Village Rep for Forming Fire Distruct
- Directed operations, planning and administration of city departments.
- Appointed qualified candidates to positions such as chief of police.
- Signed contracts, ordinances and other official documentation to execute orders of office.
- Attended public forums, events and informal meetings.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
Correctional Sergeant
Orleans County Jail
05.2003 - Current
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
- Supervised numerous employees and performance of tasks and managed numerous offenders.
- Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
- Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge.
- Assigned officer tasks such as cleaning cells and stocking clean laundry to keep prison running efficiently.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
- County Safety Board Rep for the Orleans County Jail
- In Charge of nightly and monthly state & county reports
- Field Training Officer
- DCJS certified
Volunteer Firefighter
Lyndonville Joint Fire District
12.1993 - Current
- 30 years active service in department
- Lyndonville Fire Rep on County Chiefs & Advisory board
- President 1998-2001
- Vice President 1996-1998
- Chief 2009-2011
- 1st Assistant 2005=2009 and 2023-
- 2nd Assistant 2004-2005
- Fire Captain 2001-2004 and 2021,2022
- Fire Lieutenant 2019-2020
- Board of Directors
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Assessed and repaired fire extinguishers and various fire equipment for stations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
- Developed and implemented fire safety plans to increase preparedness and rapid response.
- Controlled hazardous materials and waste incidents to avoid fires and injuries.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.
- Conducted fire drills and trained new recruits in use of firefighting equipment.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Assisted in prevention of fires through public education programs.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Diagnosed and located hazardous materials and other sources of fires.
- Contributed to fire investigation reports and provided testimony in court.
Education
High School Diploma -
LA Webber Jr/Sr High School
Lyndonville, NY06.1992
Skills
- Public Finance
- Communications Strategies
- Program Oversight
- Internal Communications
- Administrative Operations
- Team Development
- Organizational Leadership
- Issue Identification
- Local Government
- Public Relations
- Customer Satisfaction
- City Affairs Understanding
- City Planning Knowledge
- Emergency Response Understanding
- Municipal Codes
- Office Operations
- Meeting Rules
- Operations Planning
- Public Law
- Corrective Actions
- Office Organization
- Budget Administration
- Defining Company Vision
- Results Orientation
- Organizational Structure
- Mission and Vision
- Time Management
- Administrative Support
- Operational Procedures
- Board Oversight
- Delivery Schedules
- Improve Policies
- Project Oversight
- Departmental Coordination
- Strategic Planning
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Management Team Leadership
- Systems Thinker
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Approachable and Outgoing
Timeline
Village Trustee/Deputy Mayor
Village Of Lyndonville
04.2012 - Current
Correctional Sergeant
Orleans County Jail
05.2003 - Current
Volunteer Firefighter
Lyndonville Joint Fire District
12.1993 - Current
High School Diploma -
LA Webber Jr/Sr High School
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