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Heather Gessler

Statesville,NC

Summary

Emergency management professional with experience in public safety and emergency management. Consistently recognized by peers and supervisors for performance excellence and contributions to the emergency management/services industry. Strengths in incident management and emergency response backed by graduate-level training and education in emergency operations and general government administration.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Management Intern

Davie County
01.2024 - Current
  • Evaluated diverse organizational systems to identify workflow, communication and resource utilization issues.
  • Evaluated current processes to update/develop emergency management related programs, plans or documentation.
  • Restructured procedures through coordination with Emergency Services Director to create and execute projects.
  • Inspected facilities and equipment to determine operational and functional capabilities in emergency situations.
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Created and presented educational outreach program to local churches.

Radio Talk Show Host

WSIC
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • Conducted interviews with non-profits, local businesses, and political representatives to highlight critical points and discuss current events.
  • Established working relationships with clients to prospect, market, and sell radio advertisements.
  • Stayed informed about current news events pertinent to the show''s target demographic, incorporating relevant discussion points into each broadcast.
  • Boosted listener engagement by incorporating diverse topics and guest speakers into the radio show.
  • Monitored listener feedback through call-ins, emails, texts messages, and social media maintaining a clear understanding of audience preferences and expectations.

Logistics Specialist

Baptist On Mission
02.2018 - Current
  • Operations Oversight: Manage all aspects of logistics operations, including water services, facilities setup, housing arrangements, and equipment procurement to ensure efficient disaster response
  • Resource Coordination: Coordinate with Incident Commander and relevant officers to determine operational needs, procure necessary resources, and maintain compliance with standards and regulations for water, facilities, housing, and equipment.
  • Team Support and Administration: Provide comprehensive support to Incident Management Team and volunteers, including housing assignment, equipment setup, donation coordination, and expense tracking, while also assisting in other duties as assigned to ensure seamless disaster response.

Firefighter

Town Of Spencer
06.1999 - 06.2003
  • Administered first aid and medical treatment to those injured during fires and car accidents.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Calmly and effectively directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management And Homeland Security

Post University, United States
Wilmington, NC
03.2024

Associate of Science - Interior Design

The Art Institute
Charlotte, NC
12.2012

Skills

  • Emergency response coordination
  • Disaster planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Microsoft Office
  • Training & Development
  • Funding procurement
  • Critical thinking
  • Collaboration

Affiliations

  • North Carolina Emergency Management Association - Active Member
  • International Association of Emergency Managers - Active Member
  • Association of Threat Assessment Professionals - Active Member
  • International Public Safety Association - Active Member
  • ASIS - Active Member

Certification

  • Firefighter 1 and 2 NFPA 1001 2013 edition
  • Fire & Life Safety Educator 1
  • Hazardous Materials Level 1
  • FEMA Emergency Management Institute: IS120, IS230, IS235, IS240, IS241, IS 242 and IS244

Timeline

Emergency Management Intern

Davie County
01.2024 - Current

Radio Talk Show Host

WSIC
11.2020 - 12.2021

Logistics Specialist

Baptist On Mission
02.2018 - Current

Firefighter

Town Of Spencer
06.1999 - 06.2003

Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management And Homeland Security

Post University, United States

Associate of Science - Interior Design

The Art Institute

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