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Work History
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Jared Nisch

120 E. Shiawassee Lansing,MI

Summary

Accomplished Fire Marshal with extensive experience at Lansing Fire Department, adept in fire safety inspections and fostering teamwork. Proven track record in enhancing fire code compliance and emergency response planning. Skilled in arson investigation and leadership of a six person division.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Marshal

Lansing Fire Department
10.2023 - Current
  • Supervises the inspection of commercial, industrial, and other buildings for fire hazards, efficiency of fire protective equipment, and general compliance with fire codes and safety regulations.
  • Supervises activities and personnel engaged in the inspection of local and state fire laws.
  • Plans, organizes, and supervises special fire prevention programs.
  • Assigns and supervises speaking engagements on fire prevention methods and public fire education.
  • Supervises and/or individually investigates fire scenes to determine origin and cause of fires.

Fire Inspector

City of Lansing
03.2022 - 10.2023
  • Inspected various multi-family residential and businesses to determine fire code compliance.
  • Prepared recommendations to eliminate potential fire and safety hazards at establishments.
  • Review architectural plans to ensure compliance with all applicable codes during new building construction.
  • Test fire suppression systems and alarms for compliance with all applicable codes.
  • Investigated fires for origin and cause determination.
  • Investigated complaints of fire and life safety hazards.

Engineer

Lansing Fire Department
01.2020 - 03.2022
  • Drove fire apparatus for the Lansing Fire Department to and from scenes and engaged in fire suppression tactics through use of fire pumps and ladders.
  • Inventoried and maintained fire department tools and equipment.

Firefighter/Paramedic

Lansing Fire Department
06.2007 - 01.2020
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
  • Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and Advanced Life Support (ALS) as needed.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05.2004

Skills

  • Fire Alarm Systems
  • Incident Command System
  • Fire Behavior Analysis
  • Arson Investigation
  • Fire cause determination
  • Fire safety inspections
  • Building Codes Enforcement
  • Emergency Response Planning

Certification

  • Chief Fire Officer Designation (CFO)- Center for Public Safety Excellence.
  • Fire Marshal Designation (FM)- Center for Public Safety Excellence.
  • Fire Investigator Technician – International Association of Arson Investigators.
  • Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator- National Association of Fire Investigators.
  • Fire Investigator- State of Michigan Bureau of Fire Services
  • Company Officer I, II, III- Michigan Firefighter Training Council
  • Certified Fire Instructor- Michigan Firefighter Training Council
  • State of Michigan paramedic
  • Fire Inspector I and Certified Fire Plans Examiner- NFPA
  • Fire Protection Systems Plan Reviewer- MI Bureau of Construction Codes.

Affiliations

  • International Association of Arson Investigators
  • National Association of Fire Investigators

Additional Information

Community Outreach-

  • Advisory Board Member- The Salvation Army Great Lakes Division
  • Greater Lansing Food Bank
  • American Red Cross
  • Muscular Dystrophy Association- Fill the Boot

Timeline

Fire Marshal

Lansing Fire Department
10.2023 - Current

Fire Inspector

City of Lansing
03.2022 - 10.2023

Engineer

Lansing Fire Department
01.2020 - 03.2022

Firefighter/Paramedic

Lansing Fire Department
06.2007 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Michigan State University
  • Chief Fire Officer Designation (CFO)- Center for Public Safety Excellence.
  • Fire Marshal Designation (FM)- Center for Public Safety Excellence.
  • Fire Investigator Technician – International Association of Arson Investigators.
  • Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator- National Association of Fire Investigators.
  • Fire Investigator- State of Michigan Bureau of Fire Services
  • Company Officer I, II, III- Michigan Firefighter Training Council
  • Certified Fire Instructor- Michigan Firefighter Training Council
  • State of Michigan paramedic
  • Fire Inspector I and Certified Fire Plans Examiner- NFPA
  • Fire Protection Systems Plan Reviewer- MI Bureau of Construction Codes.
Jared Nisch