Eugene Malone IV
White Plains,NY
Summary
Seasoned Fire Captain with extensive experience at the Fairview Fire Department, adept in emergency response and personnel management. Spearheaded initiatives improving safety and efficiency, fostering strong community relations, and leading high-stakes operations. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and decision-making skills, significantly enhancing team capabilities and emergency preparedness.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Captain
Fairview Fire Department
01.2019 - Current
- Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
- Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Developed strong relationships with community leaders, fostering trust and collaboration for public safety initiatives.
- Promoted fire safety awareness within the community by organizing and participating in public outreach events, such as open houses and safety presentations.
- Streamlined equipment maintenance processes, ensuring rapid deployment during emergency situations without compromising safety standards.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate staffing for optimal response times during emergencies.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Facilitated interdepartmental training exercises that fostered teamwork between firefighters, paramedics, and law enforcement officers on scene management techniques.
- Delivered timely incident reports to senior leadership, providing accurate data for budgetary decisions and policy development purposes.
- Coordinated multi-agency operations to mitigate large-scale emergencies, significantly reducing potential property damage and personal injury.
- Coordinated mutual aid agreements with neighboring departments, optimizing resource-sharing during large-scale events or emergencies beyond individual capacities.
- Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures and tools.
- Inspected buildings to determine fire risk and advise owners on prevention methods.
- Assigned firefighters to jobs at strategic locations to facilitate rescue of persons and maximize application of extinguishing agents.
- Led a team of firefighters in extinguishing hazardous material fires, minimizing environmental impact and potential harm to nearby residents.
Fire Instructor
Westchester County Department Of Emergency Service
02.2014 - Current
- Enhanced trainee performance by providing individualized feedback and coaching on their techniques and strategies.
- Created engaging multimedia content to supplement traditional lectures, enhancing student understanding of complex concepts.
- Assessed trainee needs and learning styles, tailoring instructional approaches to meet the diverse requirements of each individual.
- Kept current on industry trends and advancements, integrating new information into course materials for an up-to-date curriculum.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for fire instructors, resulting in increased efficiency and knowledge transfer.
- Maintained a safe training environment by enforcing safety protocols during all practical exercises.
- Led certification courses in various firefighting disciplines, increasing qualifications among department personnel.
- Built strong relationships with local fire departments, fostering collaboration for joint training exercises.
- Conducted regular inspections of training facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
- Engaged students in academic and practical conversations that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
- Actively participated in community outreach efforts, representing the department at public events and delivering presentations about fire safety topics.
- Mentored junior instructors, providing guidance on effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Managed logistics of off-site training events, coordinating with multiple agencies to ensure a smooth experience for participants.
Firefighter
Fairview Fire Department
03.2002 - 12.2018
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and other emergency services during large-scale emergencies for coordinated response efforts.
Education
Associate Degree - Fire Protection
Corning Community College
Corning06.2014
Skills
- Personnel management
- Emergency response procedures
- Firefighting procedures
- Fire investigation
- Fire department procedures
- Incident command
- Staff development and leadership
- Incident reporting
- Firefighting operations
- Budget administration
- Interagency coordination
- Technical rescue
Accomplishments
Eight Life Saving Awards, Fairview Fire Department
Thirteen Unit Citation Awards, Fairview Fire Department
2011 Rescue of the Year Award, Westchester Regional Emergency Medical Council
Greenburgh Police Unit Citation 09-10936
Certification
National Certified Firefighter I
National Certified Firefighter II
National Certified Fire Instructor I
National Certified Fire Instructor II
National Certified Fire Officer I
National Certified Fire Officer II
National Certified Fire Investigator
New York State Rope Technician
New York State Trench Technician
New York State Structural Collapse Technician
New York State Hazardous Material Technician
New York State Emergency Medical Technician
New York State Code Enforcement Official
American Heart Association CPR Instructor
EMT Basic Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
Incident Command System Certification (ICS 100, 200, 700) - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
Incident Command Certification IS-242 Effective Communications - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Emergency Response to Terrorism - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Special Operations Deployment
Binghamton / Deposit, New York June 2006 - Swift Water Rescue
Hawthorne, New York July 2006 - Tornado Response - Building Collapse / Shoring Operations
Armonk, New York August 2011 - High Angel Rope Rescue Collapse
Buffalo, New York November 2014 - Blizzard Response - Building Collapse / Shoring Operations
Numerous Technical Rescue Responses with in the Town of Greenburgh
Numerous Technical Rescue Responses with in the County of Westchester
Timeline
Fire Captain
Fairview Fire Department
01.2019 - Current
Fire Instructor
Westchester County Department Of Emergency Service
02.2014 - Current
Firefighter
Fairview Fire Department
03.2002 - 12.2018
National Certified Firefighter I
National Certified Firefighter II
National Certified Fire Instructor I
National Certified Fire Instructor II
National Certified Fire Officer I
National Certified Fire Officer II
National Certified Fire Investigator
New York State Rope Technician
New York State Trench Technician
New York State Structural Collapse Technician
New York State Hazardous Material Technician
New York State Emergency Medical Technician
New York State Code Enforcement Official
American Heart Association CPR Instructor
EMT Basic Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
Incident Command System Certification (ICS 100, 200, 700) - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
Incident Command Certification IS-242 Effective Communications - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Emergency Response to Terrorism - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Associate Degree - Fire Protection
Corning Community College
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