Lifelong learner
Felicity Morgan
Assistant Fire Chief
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Skilled in human resources, operations, and compliance with safety standards. Assists Chief in meeting all department goals and objectives.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
16
16
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Chief of Administration and Planning
Wayne Township Fire Department
Indianapolis, IN
07.2022 - Current
- Direct subordinate division heads in day-to-day performance, along with long term planning for each division. Current divisions supervised include Health and Safety, Human Resources, Air Maintenance, and Buildings and Grounds.
- Manage administrative items such as vacation bidding, payroll concerns, etc.
- Discipline personnel and initiate disciplinary measures as defined by SOG's, and Rules and Regulations.
- Cultivate positive relationship with labor and management through focused effort on listening to understand specific needs and finding best solutions.
- Maintain records of committees and programs, and regularly review effectiveness of each one.
- Evaluate and revise current rules as needed.
- Draft budget for each division with division heads.
- Coach and mentor subordinates
- Coordinate between divisions to accomplish goals and objectives
- Complete training to stay in peak physical fitness
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
Division Chief of Health and Safety
Wayne Township Fire Department
Indianapolis, IN
12.2018 - 09.2022
- Developed internal requirements and standards to minimize regulatory risks and liability across programs.
- Managed 5 employees with continuous coaching and mentoring.
- Managed injured personnel paperwork and staffing, and oversaw personnel assigned to limited duty.
- Implemented internal procedures improving firefighter health and safety.
- Implemented internal programs to improving firefighter health.
- Oversaw physicals, ensuring compliance with NFPA 1582.
- Reviewed vehicle accidents to determine if avoidable, and recommended training or ensured discipline when appropriate.
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Implemented internal safety review program for serious accidents and injuries
- Complete training to stay in peak physical fitness
Fire Captain
Wayne Township Fire Department
Indianapolis, IN
09.2015 - 12.2018
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
- Directed work of 4-30 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
- Served as move up Battalion Chief
- Inspected stations, uniforms and vehicles regularly for signs of maintenance needs or general professionalism.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Checked fire suppression equipment regularly and oversaw upkeep.
- Evaluated team performance and implemented strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
- Coordinated, scheduled and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
- Prepared and adjusted schedules to cover demand.
- 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.
Fire Lieutenant
Wayne Township Fire Department
Indianapolis, IN
11.2004 - 09.2015
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Directed work of 4 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires and other emergency operations.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Evaluated team performance and implemented strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
- Coordinated, scheduled and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Served part of this time as executive officer for Battalion Chief
- Prepared and adjusted schedules to cover demand.
- Complete training to stay in peak physical fitness
Firefighter
Wayne Township Fire Department
Indianapolis, IN
12.1999 - 11.2004
- Drove and operated structural pumpers and ladders vehicles in emergency operations.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Management/Criminal Justice
IUPUI
Indianapolis, IN 08.1992 - 12.2012
Skills
Licensed Paramedic
Critical Thinking
Decision-Making
Dependable and Responsible
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Policies and procedures
Coaching and mentoring
Verbal and written communication
Accomplishments
- Improved firefighter physicals ensuring compliance with NFPA 1582.
- Re-instituted fireground rehabilitation program in compliance with NFPA 1584.
- Instituted workout program designed for firefighters designed by a tactical conditioning coach, updated every 4-6 weeks.
- Used Excel spreadsheets to track injuries, and workout program use.
- Instituted injury prevention program.
- Obtained my Bachelor's Degree as an adult learner.
- Created successful, cohesive teams at the company level.
- 2002 Firefighter of the Year
Certification
Licensed Paramedic- 2000-current
Interests
Reading
Music
Spending time with my family
Timeline
Assistant Chief of Administration and Planning
Wayne Township Fire Department
07.2022 - Current
Division Chief of Health and Safety
Wayne Township Fire Department
12.2018 - 09.2022
Fire Captain
Wayne Township Fire Department
09.2015 - 12.2018
Fire Lieutenant
Wayne Township Fire Department
11.2004 - 09.2015
Firefighter
Wayne Township Fire Department
12.1999 - 11.2004
Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Management/Criminal Justice
IUPUI
08.1992 - 12.2012