Donnell Collier
Career Firefighter
Englewood,NJ
Summary
Seasoned fire service professional with over 18 years of frontline and leadership experience in fire suppression, emergency medical response, and crisis management. Expertise in leading teams, managing union operations, and cultivating cross-agency and corporate partnerships that enhance preparedness and resilience. Proficient in incident command, security protocol development, and training program implementation, complemented by advanced certifications in fire officer leadership, inspection, and safety instruction. Committed to building trust among corporations, government agencies, and first responders to ensure exceptional crisis readiness and response.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Firefighter
Englewood Fire Department
Englewood, NJ
06.2007 - Current
- Provide executive-level leadership in emergency response, inspection, and safety initiatives across a high-demand fire department.
- Elected Vice President, IAFF Local 3260 (current), representing firefighters in contract negotiations, operational planning, and departmental policy discussions.
- Served as Union Delegate, IAFF Local 3260 (4 years), advocating for firefighter safety, labor rights, and organizational efficiency while working closely with city leadership and stakeholders.
- Contribute to strategic planning and fiscal oversight through service on the Truck Committee, including procurement and design of a $1.9M fire apparatus.
- Train and mentor new firefighters, instilling a culture of excellence, teamwork, and operational readiness.
- Conduct detailed building inspections and enforce compliance, ensuring alignment with fire safety codes and security best practices.
- Maintain operational efficiency and readiness by overseeing apparatus, equipment, and facility maintenance.
- Actively engaged in public education and community outreach, building resilience through prevention and awareness programs.
Education
Master’s Degree - Administrative Science
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ05.2015
Bachelor’s Degree - Public Administration
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ09.2014
Skills
- Fire Suppression & Emergency Medical Response
- Incident Command & Crisis Management
- Union Leadership, Negotiation & Advocacy
- Security Protocols & Risk Mitigation
- Training Program Development & Instruction
- Cross-Agency & Corporate Collaboration
- Hazardous Materials & Incident Safety Oversight
- Reporting, Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
Certification
Fire Officer – NJ Division of Fire Safety
Timeline
Firefighter
Englewood Fire Department
06.2007 - Current
Master’s Degree - Administrative Science
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Bachelor’s Degree - Public Administration
Fairleigh Dickinson University
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