George Avery
El Segundo,CA
Summary
Thank you for the considering me as a CSTI- Emergency Manager Course instructor. I have been in the fire service for 29 years and was honored to serve as the Emergency Management Coordinator for five years. I enjoyed gaining valuable Emergency Management relationships and being part of excellent training cadres. The experience I bring to the instructor position is being part of disaster response teams and emergency operations center teams that helped our communities manage earthquakes, floods, and acts of terrorism.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Chief
City Of El Segundo Fire Department
01.2024 - Current
- Department head in charge of 52 personnel
- Responsible for $17 million dollar budget
- Collaboration with all community stakeholders
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Supervised incident command operations, ensuring proper coordination among on-scene personnel and effective communication with external agencies.
- Worked with FEMA and Department Directors for FEMA Cost Recovery after the 2024 February Storms
- Strengthened interdepartmental communication through regular meetings, improving collaboration on projects involving multiple divisions.
- Collaborated with neighboring departments for seamless interoperability during large-scale emergencies or natural disasters.
- Developed comprehensive training programs to ensure the continuous professional growth of firefighters and officers.
- Implemented community outreach initiatives to promote fire safety awareness and prevent potential hazards.
Fire Chief
City of Brea Fire Department
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Established strong relationships with local government officials to secure necessary funding and resources for the department''s needs.
- Updated standard operating procedures with my Emergency Manager to reflect advancements in disaster management practices and community resiliency strategies. ,
- Completed the City's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan with Atlas Solutions
- Promoted public trust in the department by maintaining transparency in operations, addressing concerns from community members, and ensuring accountability among staff members at all levels.
- Assessed department performance through detailed analysis of incident reports, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions when needed.
Fire Chief
The City of San Bernardino
07.1988 - 06.2014
- Fostered a climate of collaboration between the general public, the city manager and members of city council through community meetings and social media to effectively respond to local emergencies.
- Team Leader that focused on public safety and education with an emphasis on large scale emergency response, prevention, and preparedness.
- Emergency Manager for the City coinciding with my role as the Fire Chief.
- Charged with managing a $28 million fiscal budget
- Department head of 130 personnel
- Gathered and analyzed data for studies and reports and made recommendations based on findings.
- Managed highly efficient teams in an often stressful environment.
- Practical knowledge of Human Resource issues and policies.
Education
FEMA Certifications
Master of Science - Leadership- Emphasis in Emergency Management
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ11-2024
Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ2007
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Crafton Hills College
Yucaipa, CA1992
Skills
- Team Building
- Extensive Training Officer experience
- Solution oriented
- Responsive communicator
- Flexible and adaptable
- Excels at Community Engagement
- Works well in a team environment
- Creative and Energetic
- Extensive financial management experience
Timeline
Fire Chief
City Of El Segundo Fire Department
01.2024 - Current
Fire Chief
City of Brea Fire Department
11.2022 - 01.2024
Fire Chief
The City of San Bernardino
07.1988 - 06.2014
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Crafton Hills College
FEMA Certifications
Master of Science - Leadership- Emphasis in Emergency Management
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Administration
Grand Canyon University
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