DUSTIN CHRISTENSEN
LAS VEGAS,NV
Summary
Experienced Fire Officer/ Instructor multiple years of experience in Emergency Management including, Fire tactics and strategy, Incident Safety, Fire scene investigation, and Fire Prevention. Expert knowledge of Building Construction and Safety. Extensive experience leading specialized teams in training, drills and high-danger emergency incidents. Highly committed to safety and continuous provision of quality emergency response. Equipped with strong background overseeing group efforts across diverse facilities ranging in size and complexity. Skilled in enforcing municipal fire codes via inspections, and planning, covering testing of fire alarm and protection systems and response.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Department Consultant
Competent Fire Captain
Mission Viejo, CA
03.2021 - Current
- Evaluate Fire Department Officer candidate needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for becoming a competent Fire Officer.
- Demonstrate exceptional decision-making abilities during high-pressure situations, maintaining a calm demeanor and focusing on firefighter safety.
- Convey the importance of being a reliable and dependable Officer and team member, consistently completing assigned tasks and supporting fellow crew members as needed.
- Guide candidate through emergency exercises, including Emergency Strategy and Tactics, Fire Investigation, Fire Prevention and Leadership scenarios.
- Provide feedback through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
Fire Officer, Captain
Clark County Fire Department
Las Vegas, NV
01.1996 - 09.2020
- Respond to any Emergency calls for service
- Command and Control of all Emergency incidents
- Fire Prevention
- Fire Investigation, Cause determination and estimate dollar loss
- Train and instruct all members in Public Education, Stratagey and Tactics and Safety on and off the Fire ground, and with the general public
- Helped develope the Southern Nevada Unified Command Structure, for Fires and other emergencies in High Rise Hotels on the LV Strip.
- Spearheaded community outreach events, such as open houses and fire station tours, to foster positive relationships with local residents and organizations.
- Conducted public education campaigns regarding fire prevention strategies targeting schools, businesses, and community organizations alike.
Flight Paramedic
Mercy Air Medivac, Air Methods Inc.
Las Vegas, NV
04.2001 - 09.2011
- Provided high quality pre-hospital advanced life support, responsible for carrying out the mission and goals of Air Methods assuring that safety remained the highest priority throughout the transport continuum
- Utilizing standards and guidelines for safe Air transport of the critical patient.
Critical Care Paramedic
American Medical Response
Oakland, CA
02.1994 - 01.1996
- Delivered advanced emergency patient care in a professional, caring manner in all types of environments
- Communicated with patient and loved ones to provide critical information and assurance that care is being given, and to always show compassion
- Acted as team leader and took responsibility for scene management as needed
- Assessed each situation to determine safest course of action and appropriate protocol.
Education
Fire Officer II - Fire Services Administration
National Fire Academy
2012
Fire Officer I - Fire Services Administration
National Fire Academy
2005
Fire Instructor II - Fire Services Administration
National Fire Academy
2010
Fire Instructor I -
National Fire Academy
2007
Fire Fighter I - Fire Prevention And Safety Technology
National Fire Academy
2005
Fire Fighter II -
National Fire Academy
2006
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Chabot College
Hayward, CA06.1995
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Technology
Shasta College
Redding, CA06.1993
Skills
- Incident Command
- Building inspections
- Fire suppression
- Technical Rescue
- Fire prevention
- Hazardous Materials Response
- Disaster preparedness
- Public Education
- Site Inspections
- Fire inspection investigations
- Municipal Codes
Timeline
Fire Department Consultant
Competent Fire Captain
03.2021 - Current
Flight Paramedic
Mercy Air Medivac, Air Methods Inc.
04.2001 - 09.2011
Fire Officer, Captain
Clark County Fire Department
01.1996 - 09.2020
Critical Care Paramedic
American Medical Response
02.1994 - 01.1996
Fire Officer II - Fire Services Administration
National Fire Academy
Fire Officer I - Fire Services Administration
National Fire Academy
Fire Instructor II - Fire Services Administration
National Fire Academy
Fire Instructor I -
National Fire Academy
Fire Fighter I - Fire Prevention And Safety Technology
National Fire Academy
Fire Fighter II -
National Fire Academy
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Chabot College
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Technology
Shasta College