Dwayne Breeden
Neptune
Summary
Knowledgeable in the field fire safety prevention, enforcement and education. Experienced in strategic planning and program leadership the field of public safety
and community relations. Can establish strong and successful policies to mitigate risk and establish clear procedures for assessments, prevention and containment. Familiar with regulatory and code requirements to maintain strict controls, enforcement and education.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Safety Code Representative
New Jersey Division of Fire Safety
07.2014 - Current
- Conduct fire safety inspections
- Code enforcement
- Promoted and maintained fire safety programs
- Offered legal testimony in the field of fires safety, compliance, and enforcement
- Over 10 years of full-time experience under NJDFS
- One year service as a per diem Inspector
- Developed comprehensive reports, enabling management to make informed decisions based on accurate data analysis.
- Optimized workflow processes, allowing for more efficient use of resources and reduced turnaround times on projects.
- Learned and followed all organizational policies and procedures to maintain safe and professional working environments.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Local Code Assistance Representative/Monitoring Unit
- Reviewed inspection records during pre-inspection and investigations
- Conducted complaint investigations and compiled reports
- Interpreted legal and code compliance
- Prepared detailed investigative reports and communicated findings as required.
Fire Fighter/ EMT/Fire Official/Inspector/Investigator
Neptune Fire Department
07.2000 - 06.2014
- Controlled and extinguished municipal fires
- Responded to and mitigated emergency incidents such as structural fires, medical emergencies, auto/boating accidents, hazardous materials releases and terrorist/weather-related emergencies
- Supervised and conducted fire safety preparation planning for fourteen years
- Ensured facilities maintained in a clean and safe environment
- Implemented life safety and property conservation programs
- Operated and worked under NJ State and Federal government guidelines
- Responded to fire safety emergencies during regular shifts and on-call
- Inspected buildings to identify fire code deficiencies
- Licensed, trained and experienced with fire suppression vehicle deployment and operations
- Conducted, maintained and monitored fire department resources
- Recommended and devised corrective action plans
- Four Years assigned as Full -Time Chief of the Fire Bureau
- Twelve years as a Chief Officer of Neptune Volunteer Fire District
- Exempt Firefighter status received in 2000
- Identified, addressed, enforced, and cited fire code deficiencies
- Conducted fire investigations, firefighter injuries, firefighter, and civilian injuries
- Examined fire/incident scenes, collected and preserved evidence to determine cause and origin while using investigative training methods and equipment
- Recorded incident scenes with photographic devices and measuring devices
- Interviewed fire personnel, occupants, motorist, first responders, and others to gather information to analyze cause and origin to incidents
- Investigated scenes to determine if safety codes and regulations were factors contributing to the incident
- Identified, addressed, introduced preventative measures to reduce and eliminate future injuries to civilians and firefighters
- Operated under fire incident operations and management training.
- Enhanced teamwork among crew members through regular training exercises and collaboration in high-pressure situations.
- Reduced fire hazards within the community by conducting thorough building inspections and recommending preventive measures.
Non-Foods Merchandiser
ShopRite Corporation
03.1994 - 12.2000
- Identified sales and product initiatives
- Created strategies to increase ad revenue and responded to customer inquiries
- Interfaced with management to develop media campaigns/corporate buys
- Maintained multi-million-dollar product inventory
- Promoted sales programs
- Marketing, literature distribution, organized promotions and marketing displays.
Rehabilitation Equipment Sales Representative
Schwarz Medical
01.1994 - 07.2000
- Interpreted/evaluated diagnostic tests in consultation with physician to manage patient needs
- Examined/Consulted with patients and formulated treatment plans and prognosis
- Promoted corporate mission statement
- Marketed to end users, healthcare providers and professionals
- Supervised and organized conferences and trade show events
- Prepared, distributed and organized marketing materials.
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints in a timely manner.
- Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency, reducing overall costs for the organization.
Volunteer Firefighter
Neptune Fire Department (Liberty Fire Co Volunteer)
06.1992 - 07.2000
- Active Volunteer Officer Deputy Chief, Captain, Training Officer 35hrs per week for 8 Year
- Performed response, extinguishment, emergency mitigation, personnel and resource management
- Record maintenance
- Public relations
- Incident management and all firefighter duties as required.
- Increased public awareness about fire safety through participation in community events and media interviews.
Operations Manager
Rehabilitations Solutions
05.1989 - 01.1994
- Managed office supply purchase, distribution, and storage
- Supervised staff of a half dozen and developed turn-key operations for future implementation
- Ensured facilities were maintained in accordance with state/federal regulations
- Promoted corporate mission statement
- Marketed to end users, healthcare providers and professionals
- Supervised and organized conferences and trade shows
- Prepared, distributed and organized marketing materials.
- Reduced turnaround time for project completion through effective resource allocation and team management.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL09.2018
Skills
- Needs analysis
- Records Management
- Market Research
- Sales Reporting
- Customer Support
- Performance Improvement
- Territory Management
- Customer Relations
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Industry Awareness
- Project Planning
- Process Analysis
- Audit reporting
- Goal Setting
Licenses Certifications Education
- Basic Firefighter Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification 509747 exp. 2022
- Certificate: 120272, NJ DFS, 09/1992; New Jersey
- Certificate: Sub-code Fire ICS Cert. Ocean County College 11/2002 New Jersey
- Certificate: ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 National Fire Academy 11/2002 New Jersey
- Monmouth County Fire Academy 11/2002 New Jersey
- Certificate: Fire Official/Fire Inspector Monmouth County Fire Academy 01/1999
- Certificate: Arson Investigator DCJ 08/1999 New Jersey
- Certificate: Haz Mat Tech NJ State Police 03/2014
- Certificate: Emergency Medical Technician JSUMC 09/2000 New Jersey
- Columbia S. U., Associate Degree of Science / Fire Science 09/2018
- Incident Level management 1-3
- Fire Investigator NJ 120272
- FEMA/Fire Behavior and Combustion 2018
- FEMA /Fire Protection Systems 2018
- PATC/ Arson Scene Search and Evidence recovery 2018
- Community Risk Reduction 8/2020
- Youth Fire Setter Awareness 8/2020
Volunteer Experience
- Neptune Township Board of Education (elected position) 1997 - 2017 Personnel/Negotiations Chair
- St. Vincent DePaul/St. Peter Claver Community Outreach Volunteer
- Liberty Volunteer Fire Company Neptune, Dep. Chief, Captain, Lieutenant
- IFTPE Local Shop Steward/Officer
- PFANJ Local Past President
Timeline
Fire Safety Code Representative
New Jersey Division of Fire Safety
07.2014 - Current
Fire Fighter/ EMT/Fire Official/Inspector/Investigator
Neptune Fire Department
07.2000 - 06.2014
Non-Foods Merchandiser
ShopRite Corporation
03.1994 - 12.2000
Rehabilitation Equipment Sales Representative
Schwarz Medical
01.1994 - 07.2000
Volunteer Firefighter
Neptune Fire Department (Liberty Fire Co Volunteer)
06.1992 - 07.2000
Operations Manager
Rehabilitations Solutions
05.1989 - 01.1994
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Columbia Southern University
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