Gregory Feagans
Bayfield,CO
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Summary
Resourceful Guide known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Possess specialized skills in route planning, group management, and historical knowledge integration into tours. Excel in communication, adaptability, and problem-solving, ensuring enriched and seamless experiences for all participants. Resolute Assistant Fire Chief known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in emergency response coordination, fire safety compliance, and team leadership. Excel in critical thinking, decision-making, and communication, ensuring swift and effective action in crisis situations. Highly skilled Paramedic with significant experience in emergency medical services. Possess strong skills in patient assessment, crisis management and emergency response coordination. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, make critical decisions and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Proven track record of providing high-quality patient care, adhering to protocols and improving response times.
Skills
- Emergency management
- Fire safety training
- Hazardous materials handling
- Customer service
- Team coordination
- Crisis response planning
- Equipment operation
- Risk assessment
- Training development
- Local customs awareness
- Basic mechanics
- Group management
- Cultural sensitivity
- Strong leadership
- Route navigation
- Engaging personality
- Weather preparedness
- Wildlife identification
- Environmental awareness
- Outdoor survival skills
- Public speaking
- Safety consciousness
- Transportation coordination
- Revenue generation
- Tour development
- Clean driving record
- Cash handling
- Script creation
- Payment collection
- Licensed driver in Colorado
- Sales
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates
Work History
Professional Outdoor Guide
Celtic Outdoors
Bayfield, CO
06.2021 - Current
- Guided clients through wilderness, ensuring safety and enjoyment during hunts.
- Prepared and maintained hunting equipment for optimal performance in the field.
- Educated clients on wildlife behavior and ethical hunting practices.
- Coordinated logistics for hunting trips, including travel and accommodations.
- Assisted in tracking game using various techniques and tools.
- Developed strong relationships with clients to enhance their experience and satisfaction.
- Conducted pre-trip briefings to ensure client preparedness and safety awareness.
- Collaborated with local landowners to secure access for hunting expeditions.
- Lead scouting missions to identify potential hunting sites based on wildlife population estimates and seasonal movements.
- Identified hazards associated with various terrain types and took steps to mitigate risks accordingly.
- Communicated effectively with state wildlife officials regarding regulations, bag limits, license requirements.
- Provided guidance to clients in selecting appropriate firearms, ammunition, and clothing items.
- Organized and maintained equipment for guided hunts.
- Assisted with tracking wounded game by following blood trails or other signs.
- Monitored weather patterns and made adjustments to planned itineraries when necessary due to inclement conditions or other factors.
- Operated all-terrain vehicles, boats, and snowmobiles safely and efficiently during guided excursions.
- Demonstrated proficiency in orienteering skills such as map reading and navigation using compasses and GPS systems.
- Conducted post-hunt field dressing of harvested animals for transport back to camp or lodge.
- Supervised junior guides during outings and provided feedback after each hunt.
- Maintained detailed records of daily activities such as number of hunters, guests served per day, amount of game taken, released during each hunt.
- Advised groups on camping gear selection to ensure they are prepared for any weather conditions encountered in the wilderness areas.
- Contributed ideas towards improving operational efficiency within the guiding business.
- Engaged in marketing activities such as attending trade shows and writing articles for outdoor magazines.
- Developed upstanding, well-versed tour guides by mentoring and training newer peers in organization.
- Answered questions, pointed out overlooked features and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
- Built detailed knowledge on locations and points of interest to thoroughly answer guest questions.
- Collected fees and tickets from group members.
Fire Protection Specialist (Assistant Fire Chief of Training)
Naval District Washington Fire and Emergency Services
Bethesda, United States
10.2014 - 12.2021
- Supervises the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of all phases of the fire protection and fire prevention programs to include training at the department level for 266 NDW F&ES employees.
- Manages the DOD Firefighter Certification Training Program for F&ES assigned to the organization and other DOD employees to enhance their education levels.
- Supervises, develops and monitors block-type training programs in conjunction with the fire protection and fire prevention training programs within Microsoft program as required (i.e. DOD Firefighter Certification Program).
- First level of supervision and disciplinary actions to the four NDW Regional Training Officers during training sessions.
- Actively oversees the managing and planning for a progressive Fire Prevention Program by conducting code compliance inspections, arson investigations, and personnel training.
- Independently adjusts scope, frequency, and content of the training programs to insure the effectiveness and efficiency of the fire protection and fire prevention training effort to support code compliance.
- Uses short range and long range planning to prepare for the ever changing emergency services.
- Actively serves as liaison between NDW F&ES and local COG Fire Protection and Public Safety organizations for development of hazardous material contingency plans for mutual response and develop an IAP to use during any emergency operations.
- Actively coordinate training with NDW F&ES hazardous material teams to train with DCFEMS for a seamless response to hazardous material incidents.
- Continuous review of IAP's to ensure response and equipment is available for site specific hazardous materials to ensure proper hazmat control programs are followed.
- In-depth knowledge of the theory and science of fire protection, prevention, and fire suppression to include: structural firefighting, shipboard firefighting, airfield and aircraft emergencies, wild land firefighting, munitions and armament, and emergency operations involving hazardous and toxic materials, and emergency medical response.
- Develops and applies the theory and practice of project management techniques as applied to the fire protection training career field.
- Oversees the funding for the maintenance of the $2M training building, $8K aircraft burn trainer, $4K mobile burn building, and a $4K helicopter burn trainer.
- Responsible to continue to obtain funding to purchase new trainers with the new change in training.
- In conducting emergency operations, I possess the experience, knowledge and ability required to manage and supervise personnel and resources for fire prevention, wild land firefighting, structural, shipboard, airfield, hazardous materials to include i.e., munitions, POL and medical emergencies.
- I am proficient in the ability to operate at the command level and supervise suppression personnel at the scene to ensure that the strategic goals established in utilizing the ICS procedures.
- Serve as a team member for the NDW Crises Action Team (CAT).
- Act as an SME for NIMS/ICS for NDW N3.
- Developed and implemented an approved FEMA course to allow NDW to teach ICS 300/400 to EOC members, Fire personnel, Law Enforcement, and Base Commanders to meet mandatory requirements to implement the use of the ICS structure at emergency scenes.
- Provide liaison support for the Presidential Inauguration.
- Act as an SME for NDW N36 for exercise evaluation and planning.
- Using the HSEEP program to develop and run exercises at 10 bases within NDW to prepare response personnel for an Active Shooter Incident.
- I evaluate the ICP to ensure the use of ICS along with evaluation of Law Enforcement and fire teams.
- The teams are established to form RTF teams for quick patient care and extraction.
- Serve as an advisor to the NDW Deputy Fire Chief for the progress of the total fire protection and fire prevention training program.
- Provide him with written reports regarding the progress and effectiveness of the training program.
- Currently serve as a Staff Officer to the Deputy Fire Chief in all training matters and liaison to all multi-agencies such as JFHQ, FBI, USSS, MWCOG, NDW CAT, DOE, DIA, Park Police, and DCFEMS.
- Implements and coordinates training requirements, schedules with agencies outside the NDW F&ES.
- These agencies meet on a regular basis to train and maintain state of the art effectiveness should major disasters, or large conflagrations occur.
- Directly supervises the coordination of fire protection and fire prevention lectures and presentations for surrounding agencies outside of the Fire Division.
- Providing fire prevention education to public during community events.
- Assist the NDW Regional Fire Chief and NDW Regional Deputy Fire Chief in representing the NDW F&ES at off base fire protection and public safety organizations serving as a member of city, county, and state fire protection committees and training organizations as required.
Brinks Security Transport
Armed Transport Guard
Sterling, VA
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Naval District Washington Joint Base Anacostia Bolling
Anacostia, United States
10.2013 - 10.2014
- As delegated by the Installation Fire Chief (IFC) as the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System Manager as described in the CNIC EMS Program Manual M-11320.1, I am responsible for the day to day administration, coordination, and operations of the Installation EMS system.
- Report to and advise the IFC of all aspects of EMS.
- Develop administrative and operational SOP's for command approval.
- Facilitate coordination among the various entities involved in the delivery of EMS.
- Evaluate system performance and compliance with established policies and standards quarterly and report findings to the Installation Commander and Medical Director.
- Develop and coordinate an effective QA/QC program in conjunction with the Medical director.
- Provide oversight and direction to other agencies and organizations directly involved with Installation EMS services concerning standards compliance.
- Develop, implement, and monitor assigned EMS personnel job performance standards.
- Select and supervise additional assistance required for EMS related duties.
- Advise respective program managers, Fire and Emergency Services program manager, Offices of the Surgeon General, and other offices within the Component services, on medical aspects of EMS as it is applicable to the installation.
- Maintain files and such documentation to provide for orderly turnover of duties to subsequent coordinators.
- Coordinate all EMS related training activities with the appropriate personal and ensure that all EMS training is approved through the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for EMS or state equivalent.
- Maintain complete biomechanical maintenance records for all EMS equipment and ensure that they are transferred to the appropriate repair facility in a timely manner.
- Ensure that replacement equipment and consumable medical stock is available.
- As a paramedic to provide basic and advanced life support treatment to patients within the pre-hospital environment performing such duties as detailed patient assessment by conducting a systematic physical examination of the patient's condition and determines treatment methods; intervention which include circulatory assessment, cardiac monitoring (12 lead Electro Cardio Gram (EKG) monitoring and interpretation), and monitoring of cardiac arrest patients, performing manual defibrillation, and transcutaneous external pacing; perform Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and management of obstructed airways; airway management to include oxygen therapy, suctioning, nasal and endotracheal intubation; pleural decompression where authorized; automatic transport ventilator devices or applying continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP); initiate IV/IO infusion and administration medications, trauma assessment and management' application of bandages to wounds, amputations, and impales objects; treatment of fractures and dislocations; use of spine boards, traction splint; extraction devices; securing patients with spinal injuries; and management in behavioral emergencies.
- Maintains communications with hospital medical staff, supervisors, and dispatchers concerning the patient's status before, during, and after transport.
- This is done within the standards of CNIC Navy protocols.
- Provides instructions to departmental and local EMT-Basics and Paramedics on American Heart Association Basic Life Support Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation International Trauma Life Support certification, and National Association Emergency Medical Technician - Advanced Medical Life Support certification.
- These classes allow technicians to keep up with continuing education for their professional certifications while continually attending training keep current of medical technology, use of equipment and theory of emergency services.
- I have maintained my Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Paramedic, CPR, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, International Trauma Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and Advanced Medical Life Support.
- Completed reports and records on incidents, patients, and drugs administered equipment and supplies used, including pre-hospital patient care reports, vehicle equipment inventory sheets and vehicle check off sheets.
- Respond to many accidents and other emergencies, operated independently without supervision to mitigate serious situations which may be life threatening.
- Upon arrival at the scene, continued to make independent preliminary assessment of the incident and select a variety of prescribed protocols/standard operation procedures which are considered appropriate under the prescribed circumstances.
- Continues to use and maintains care of emergency equipment such as specialized kits and bags, backboards, suction devices, splints, stretchers, oxygen delivery systems, and monitoring equipment.
- Ensure proper disposal of biohazard materials.
- Replaces used intravenous needles and solutions, linens, blankets, and other expendable supplies using proper Bio-hazard Exposure procedures.
Acting Assistant Chief/Paramedic/Firefighter
Department of the Navy Navy Information Installation Command
Sugar Grove, United States
10.2001 - 10.2013
- Acted in the absence of Assistant Fire Chief and managed a shift of six personnel, directed, coordinated and oversaw the duties of shift personnel and ensure they are capable of performing all duties required.
- Using the government wide leave program SLDCADA, maintained entries for 17 personnel.
- Exercise significant responsibility in dealing with Tenant commands and command personnel, up to and including the Commanding Officer in the absence of the Fire Chief.
- Advise watch commanders and higher ranking command personnel including the commanding officer, in fire related matters in the absence of the fire chief.
- Makes recommendations and some decisions on work problems presented by subordinate employees.
- Hears and resolves complaints presented by firefighters with fairness and mission requirements in mind.
- Plans work to be accomplished, set and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares work completion schedules for the shift.
- Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of assignment difficulty and requirements, and the employees capabilities.
- Finds ways to improve fire prevention, fire protection and fire safety education techniques and improve work quality.
- Responded to and controlled fires as they occurred in the absence of the Fire Chief.
- Operate as Incident Commander during controlled entry teams and other personnel for various emergencies.
Deputy Sheriff Dispatcher
Rockingham County VA Sheriffs Office
Harrisonburg, Virginia
02.1995 - 09.1998
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety in the community.
- Responded to emergency calls and incidents, providing support and assistance as needed.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance community policing efforts and initiatives.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and investigations for legal documentation.
- Provided testimony in court regarding cases and evidence collected during investigations.
- Trained new deputies on procedures, policies, and effective law enforcement techniques.
- Utilized law enforcement databases to identify suspects or verify information related to investigations.
Education
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
01-2001
Honor Student for Fall 2000
Central Shenandoah Criminal Justice Training Center Basic Communication Officer School - Criminal Justice
11.1996
Associate of Science - Fire Science Technology, Safety Science Technology
05.1995
GPA: 2.9, Credits Earned: 72 Semester hours
High School Diploma -
06.1993
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedic Education
Credits Earned: 21 Semester hours
- Honor Student Recipient
- 4.0 GPA
Certification
FEMA:
IS-00001-Emergency Program Manager An Orientation to the Position 9/27/11
IS-00029-Public Information Officer 03/14/2017
IS-00100-Introduction to the Incident Command System 01/04/2007
IS-00120.a-An Introduction to Exercises 08/22/2011
IS-00200-ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents 01/04/2007
IS-00230.d-Fundamentals of Emergency Management 05/26/2017
IS-00240.a-Leadership and Influence 01/09/2013
ICS 300-Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents for Operational First Responders 01/22/2008
ICS-400-Advanced ICS for Command and General Staff Complex Incidents and MACS For Operational First Responders 01/24/2008
IS-700-National Incident Management System(NIMS) an Introduction 12/31/2004
IS-800-National Response Framework, an introduction
IS-00804-Emergency Support Function (ESF)#4 Firefighting 08/24/2011
IS-00805-Emergency Support Function (ESF)#5 Emergency Management 08/24/2011
WMD Radiological/Nuclear Course for Hazardous Material Technicians
National Registry Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic 556 hrs 06/2001 expires 03/31/2021
American Heart Association-BLS expires 06/2021
Advanced Hazmat Life Support
DOD Firefighter | 05/01/2000
DOD Firefighter II 05/01/2000
DOD Airport Firefighter 04/22/2013
DOD Wildland Firefighter | 03/06/2013
DOD Driver/Operator Pumper 01/17/2002
DOD Driver/Operator Aerial 06/28/2012
DOD Driver/Operator ARFF 03/26/2013
DOD Fire Officer | 05/01/2000
DOD Fire Officer II 03/21/2002
DOD Fire Officer III 09/27/2002
DOD Fire Officer IV 02/10/2011
DOD Fire Instructor | 03/21/2002
DOD Fire Instructor II 07/12/2002
DOD Fire Instructor III 07/12/2002
DOD Fire Inspector | 01/17/2002
DOD Fire Inspector II 01/17/2002
DOD Hazmat Awareness 05/01/2000
DOD Hazmat Operations 05/01/2000
DOD Hazmat Technician 03/02/2005
DOD Hazmat Incident Commander 01/17/2002
DOD Public Telecommunication I/II 06/02/2004
Department Of Navy Master Emergency Vehicle Operator/Instructor 03/09/2017
Confined Space Awareness 03/1996
Intermediate Rope Rescue 09/2996
Emergency Response to Terrorism 12/1998
Public Fire Safety Education 07/1999
Vehicle Anatomy and Extrication 03/2000
Arson Detection For First Responders 03/1998
Commonwealth of VA Dept of Criminal Justice Services Dispatcher 11/1996
Central Shenandoah Criminal Justice Training Center Basic Communication Officer School 11/1996
VAVRS Introduction to Swift Water Rescue 04/1998
Shenandoah Valley Joint Committee on Fire and Arson Investigation-A Cause and Origin Investigation -8 hours 05/1999
Addressing Poor Performance 07/28/2016
VAVRS Swift Water Rescue 05/1998
Coaching Counseling and Mentoring 07/28/2016
Creating an Engaging Work Environment 07/28/2016
Critical Transition to Supervisor 07/28/2016
IS-00001-Emergency Program Manager An Orientation to the Position 9/27/11
IS-00029-Public Information Officer 03/14/2017
IS-00100-Introduction to the Incident Command System 01/04/2007
IS-00120.a-An Introduction to Exercises 08/22/2011
IS-00200-ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents 01/04/2007
IS-00230.d-Fundamentals of Emergency Management 05/26/2017
IS-00240.a-Leadership and Influence 01/09/2013
ICS 300-Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents for Operational First Responders 01/22/2008
ICS-400-Advanced ICS for Command and General Staff Complex Incidents and MACS For Operational First Responders 01/24/2008
IS-700-National Incident Management System(NIMS) an Introduction 12/31/2004
IS-800-National Response Framework, an introduction
IS-00804-Emergency Support Function (ESF)#4 Firefighting 08/24/2011
IS-00805-Emergency Support Function (ESF)#5 Emergency Management 08/24/2011
WMD Radiological/Nuclear Course for Hazardous Material Technicians
National Registry Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic 556 hrs 06/2001 expires 03/31/2021
American Heart Association-BLS expires 06/2021
Advanced Hazmat Life Support
DOD Firefighter | 05/01/2000
DOD Firefighter II 05/01/2000
DOD Airport Firefighter 04/22/2013
DOD Wildland Firefighter | 03/06/2013
DOD Driver/Operator Pumper 01/17/2002
DOD Driver/Operator Aerial 06/28/2012
DOD Driver/Operator ARFF 03/26/2013
DOD Fire Officer | 05/01/2000
DOD Fire Officer II 03/21/2002
DOD Fire Officer III 09/27/2002
DOD Fire Officer IV 02/10/2011
DOD Fire Instructor | 03/21/2002
DOD Fire Instructor II 07/12/2002
DOD Fire Instructor III 07/12/2002
DOD Fire Inspector | 01/17/2002
DOD Fire Inspector II 01/17/2002
DOD Hazmat Awareness 05/01/2000
DOD Hazmat Operations 05/01/2000
DOD Hazmat Technician 03/02/2005
DOD Hazmat Incident Commander 01/17/2002
DOD Public Telecommunication I/II 06/02/2004
Department Of Navy Master Emergency Vehicle Operator/Instructor 03/09/2017
Confined Space Awareness 03/1996
Intermediate Rope Rescue 09/2996
Emergency Response to Terrorism 12/1998
Public Fire Safety Education 07/1999
Vehicle Anatomy and Extrication 03/2000
Arson Detection For First Responders 03/1998
Commonwealth of VA Dept of Criminal Justice Services Dispatcher 11/1996
Central Shenandoah Criminal Justice Training Center Basic Communication Officer School 11/1996
VAVRS Introduction to Swift Water Rescue 04/1998
Shenandoah Valley Joint Committee on Fire and Arson Investigation-A Cause and Origin Investigation -8 hours 05/1999
Addressing Poor Performance 07/28/2016
VAVRS Swift Water Rescue 05/1998
Coaching Counseling and Mentoring 07/28/2016
Creating an Engaging Work Environment 07/28/2016
Critical Transition to Supervisor 07/28/2016
Accomplishments
• CNIC What's Happening November 2016 - Know Your Smoke Article,
• Expert in Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Outlook
•Marine Security Coin for efforts toward training 2016
• Expert in Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Outlook
•Marine Security Coin for efforts toward training 2016
Timeline
Professional Outdoor Guide - Celtic Outdoors
06.2021 - Current
Brinks Security Transport - Armed Transport Guard
11.2020 - 05.2021
Fire Protection Specialist (Assistant Fire Chief of Training) - Naval District Washington Fire and Emergency Services
10.2014 - 12.2021
Firefighter/Paramedic - Naval District Washington Joint Base Anacostia Bolling
10.2013 - 10.2014
Acting Assistant Chief/Paramedic/Firefighter - Department of the Navy Navy Information Installation Command
10.2001 - 10.2013
Deputy Sheriff Dispatcher - Rockingham County VA Sheriffs Office
02.1995 - 09.1998
Shepherd University South Branch Valley - Associate of Science, Paramedicine
Central Shenandoah - Central Shenandoah Criminal Justice Training Center Basic Communication Officer School, Criminal Justice
Shepherd University - Associate of Science, Fire Science Technology, Safety Science Technology
Circleville High School - High School Diploma,
Shepherdstown, WV - Some College (No Degree), Paramedic Education