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James Moultrie

Palm Beach Gardens,PA

Summary

With over 17 years of expertise in disaster program delivery, emergency response, and public safety, I am dedicated to "Building Resiliency for Tomorrow." My focus is on crisis management, program development, team building, and fostering external relations. Eager to contribute to organizations aiming to enhance their capacity and achieve strategic objectives.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Program Coordinator

Palm Beach County
05.2024 - Current
  • Coordinate all programs under the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Section of the Division of Emergency Management, ensuring alignment with the County’s EMS Ordinance and direction from the Board of County Commissioners (BCC).
  • Supervised staff to meet operational goals in program delivery through effective communication, performing vehicle inspections for Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) holders, and administrative responsibilities for multiple committees.
  • Draft Standard Operating Guidelines, policies, contracts, agenda items and agreements for EMS partners within the County and BCC Public Hearings.
  • Manage multiple grants for the Division.
  • Collaborated with County Attorney, key stakeholders, and Public Safety Department leadership to revise EMS Ordinance.
  • Serves as the primary liaison to the Operations Section Chief during Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activations.

Disaster Program Manager, Chester and Delaware Counties

The American Red Cross
06.2023 - Current
  • Rebuilt a strong collaborative relationship with county OEM, local stakeholders, and municipalities through consistent communication, event planning in selected municipalities, and MOU development.
  • Organized meetings and coordinated training for the volunteer workforce, creating a healthy and productive work culture.
  • Responded to numerous local disasters to facilitate the operation of reception centers and shelters while working closely with government partners and Red Cross leadership.
  • Coordinated community preparedness events such as information tables, youth/adult education, and larger “Sound the Alarm” events involving key government stakeholders.
  • Worked with colleagues to develop job descriptions and training plans for DCS program positions, considering program needs and hindrances to individual promotion.
  • Acted as Duty Officer once a week fielding local emergencies and deploying response teams to service displaced clients.

Disaster Program Specialist, City of Philadelphia
02.2023 - 06.2023
  • Provided workforce engagement through regular communications, facilitating workforce meetings, and one on one training.
  • Supported Philadelphia Disaster Cycle Response, Preparedness, and Recovery services through event planning, event coordination, local disaster response/operations, and facilitating monthly trainings.
  • Served as Disaster Action Team Coordinator, collaborating with other coordinators within the region to improve program operation, trouble shoot service delivery issues, and develop job descriptions.
  • Acted as Duty Officer once/week fielding local emergencies and deploying response teams to service displaced clients.

Ocean Lifeguard EMT

Palm Beach County Ocean Rescue
07.2016 - 01.2020
  • Enforced Park laws and regulations, working closely with park rangers and local police.
  • Performed water observation in the county parks, responding to ocean rescues and providing preventative warnings to beach goers.
  • Acted as a lead guard for teams of 3 guards once per week, giving beach operational guidance and training for new hires.
  • Provided recertification training in BLS Provider as an instructor for ocean rescue staff.
  • Note: I stepped away from lifeguarding in 2020 to pursue a degree in Emergency Management. I did this as a full-time student.

Pool and Beach Lifeguard EMT

The Breakers Palm Beach
01.2014 - 12.2016
  • Certified as a SE Regional Training Officer, providing training for staff in beach operations, ocean rescue, and emergency medical skills.
  • Provided a memorable and pleasant experience for the clientele through frequent engagement, pool and beach safety education, and amenity information.
  • Responded to ocean and pool rescues, medical emergencies, and enforced property rules to hotel guests and passing beach patrons.
  • Enforced beach safety during dangerous weather events, shutting down the pool decks and beaches, and escorting the hotel guests safely indoors.

Ocean Rescue Lifeguard EMT

City of San Diego Fire Rescue
03.2006 - 03.2014
  • Promoted to a lead tower guard, holding responsibility to supervise up to 12 seasonal staff 5 days/week.
  • Provided training in EMT skills, beach operations, personal water craft operator, and beach vehicle operation safety.
  • Coordinated with public safety personnel on emergency responses.
  • Managed a mile long public beach providing water observation with thousands of beach goers, responding to ocean rescues and medical emergencies, providing beach safety education, and engaging in public relations to build strong relationships with the community.

Education

B.S. - Emergency Management

Millersville University
Millersville, PA
12.2023

A.A. - Emergency Management

Bucks County Community College
12.2021

Skills

    Hard Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Suite
  • Teaching
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Oral Presentation
  • Professionalism
  • Creative
  • Self-Starter

    Soft Skills

  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem solver
  • Adaptable Coachable
  • Mentorship
  • Punctual

Certification

  • FEMA IS Training
  • IS 100, 191, 200, 230, 700, 800, 2200. Please review my SID for a list of completed trainings: 0005739599
  • Additional Trainings:
  • IS: 300, 400 (certifications available upon request)
  • Level 1 Professional Continuity Practitioner
  • State of PA EMT (active)
  • American Heart Association BLS Provider (active)

Hobbies and Interests

Volunteering: Before joining the Red Cross as a staff member, I volunteered as a Disaster Action Team responder. I also volunteer at my church as H.S. Youth leader providing teaching and mentorship.

Team Sports: I enjoy just about every team sport. Something about a group of people coming together, utilizing their individual strengths and abilities, and compensating for individual weaknesses, all to achieve a common goal is a beautiful thing to be a part of.

Organizational Behavior: I have a passion for helping others achieve their goals and team development. I am a successful leader because I care more about the promotion of my team than myself.

Timeline

Emergency Program Coordinator

Palm Beach County
05.2024 - Current

Disaster Program Manager, Chester and Delaware Counties

The American Red Cross
06.2023 - Current

Disaster Program Specialist, City of Philadelphia
02.2023 - 06.2023

Ocean Lifeguard EMT

Palm Beach County Ocean Rescue
07.2016 - 01.2020

Pool and Beach Lifeguard EMT

The Breakers Palm Beach
01.2014 - 12.2016

Ocean Rescue Lifeguard EMT

City of San Diego Fire Rescue
03.2006 - 03.2014

B.S. - Emergency Management

Millersville University

A.A. - Emergency Management

Bucks County Community College

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