James Sammarco
Pembroke Pines,FL
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Training Instructor
Facility Contract Services/ City of Pembroke Pines
Pembroke Pines , FL
2022.10 - Current
- Provided feedback to students regarding their performance in all areas of the course.
- Conducted classroom instruction, field demonstrations, and practical exercises to teach skills related to hazardous materials.
- Evaluated student progress through written tests and practical examinations.
- Assisted with the development of new training materials such as handouts, manuals, presentations.
- Demonstrated how to properly operate equipment used by firefighters in the field.
- Monitored student behavior during lectures or practical exercises to maintain a safe environment.
- Instructed students on effective communication strategies when responding to emergencies.
- Advised students on career paths within the fire service industry.
- Coordinated drills and simulations designed to test response capabilities under various conditions.
- Maintained records of student attendance and performance in accordance with company policies.
- Performed research on current trends in firefighting techniques and technologies.
- Prepared course objectives to follow school's curriculum standards established by school and state.
Battalion Chief
City Of Pembroke Pines
Pembroke Pines , FL
1990.03 - 2015.03
- Supervised subordinate personnel during foreground operations, providing direction as needed.
- Reviewed records pertaining to personnel performance, incident reports, maintenance logs for accuracy and completeness.
- Conducted training drills for firefighters on proper use of firefighting equipment and techniques.
- Analyzed data from incident reports to identify trends or patterns that could inform future decisions regarding tactics or strategy used in similar situations.
- Maintained a comprehensive knowledge base regarding building construction materials and hazardous materials identification, in order to provide accurate assessments during emergency responses.
- Investigated complaints filed against the Fire Department by citizens or businesses.
- Established and maintained effective relationships with subordinates, peers, and superiors to ensure successful completion of assigned tasks.
- Provided guidance to junior officers on decision-making processes when responding to incidents.
- Evaluated new technologies or methods for improving operational effectiveness and safety procedures.
- Monitored the safety practices of subordinate personnel during all operations.
- Formulated plans for firefighting operations in response to emergency incidents and other related situations.
- Ensured compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards among subordinate personnel.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings from investigations into fires and incidents involving fatalities.
- Coordinated personnel, equipment, and resources during emergency responses.
- Developed strategies to improve the efficiency of fire suppression activities while minimizing risks and costs.
- Facilitated communications between first responders in order to coordinate actions taken during emergencies.
- Followed department rules and regulations and oversaw discipline to maintain compliance among personnel.
- Kept station in peak working order by inspecting facilities, equipment and personnel.
- Maintained recordkeeping and reporting system for alarm responses, fire, and casualty reports and personnel actions.
- Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety administration.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Established collaborative teams of first responders equipped to tackle various fire and emergency situations.
- Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
- Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
- Managed staff schedules for shifts and events to minimize overtime costs.
- Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
- Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
Education
BBA - Human Resources Management
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL2003-06
BBA - Finance
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL1986-12
Skills
- Learning Management Systems
- Human Resources
- Business Administration
- Multimedia development
- Quality controls
- Motivational speaking
Certification
- Fire Inspector
- Fire Instructor I, II, III
- EMT/Paramedic LIC #PMD 10862
Timeline
Fire Training Instructor
Facility Contract Services/ City of Pembroke Pines
2022.10 - Current
Battalion Chief
City Of Pembroke Pines
1990.03 - 2015.03
BBA - Human Resources Management
Florida Atlantic University
BBA - Finance
Florida State University
- Fire Inspector
- Fire Instructor I, II, III
- EMT/Paramedic LIC #PMD 10862
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