Jason Johnson
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Experienced, motivated, and detail oriented Battalion Chief with 31 years of fire and emergency service. Skilled at building relationships with peers, supervisors, and community members. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel with a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. As a fire captain, I worked as an alternate EMS supervisor, well-versed in recruiting, training, and managing employees to provide exceptional medical services. In addition to Battalion Chief and Captain, I was a field training officer for paramedic students.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Battalion Chief/Paramedic
Shreveport Fire Department
12.2023 - Current
- Manage multiple fire stations effectively, ensuring personnel were properly trained, equipped, and supervised for optimal performance.
- Maintain high levels of readiness by regularly evaluating equipment inventory, personnel training, and overall resource availability within the battalion.
- Oversee proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Determine how to deploy personnel during periods requiring special fire department response and assigned activities.
- Effective liaison between firefighters under my command and upper-level administration to address concerns promptly while still upholding department policies and procedures.
- Determine how to deploy personnel during periods requiring special fire department response and assigned activities.
Fire Captain/Paramedic
Shreveport Fire Department
01.2010 - 12.2023
- Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
- Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
Fire Engineer/Paramedic
Shreveport Fire Department
01.1999 - 01.2010
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on advancements in emergency medical services.
- Managed inventory of medical equipment and supplies on ambulances, maintaining readiness for all emergencies.
- Managed challenging scenes with multiple casualties by prioritizing patient care, delegating tasks efficiently, and maintaining clear communication among team members.
- Mentored and trained new paramedics, enhancing their skills and knowledge through hands-on instruction and real-world experience.
Firefighter
Shreveport Fire Department
10.1993 - 01.1999
Firefighter Operator/Paramedic
Caddo Parish Fire District 3
04.1999 - 06.2013
- Assisted during PIAL rating drills, by participating in water shuttles, relay operations, and mutual aide responses
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Paramedic
Desoto Parish EMS
03.2001 - 05.2003
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS).
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
Firefighter Operator/Paramedic
Caddo Parish Fire District 4
02.2004 - 07.2008
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Firefighter Operator/Paramedic
Caddo Parish Fire District 1
07.2013 - Current
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
Paramedic
North Caddo Medical Center
02.2020 - 08.2020
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
Confined Space Rescue Technician
Industrial Safety Services
11.2011 - Current
- Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by adhering to strict safety guidelines and reporting potential hazards or concerns promptly.
- Implemented strategic plans for incident management to streamline response efforts and mitigate risks associated with rescue operations
- Demonstrated adaptability in various environments, including confined spaces, high angles, water, and hazardous materials situations.
- Enhanced team efficiency by conducting thorough equipment inspections and maintenance.
- Prevented injuries or fatalities by identifying hazardous conditions prior to attempting any confined space entry or rescue operation.
- Assisted in successful rescue operations, utilizing technical knowledge and specialized equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Captain Shreve High School
Shreveport, LA05.1999
Skills
- Incident Command
- Firefighting tactics
- Operational Efficiency
- Fire suppression
- Emergency Management
- Technical knowledge
- Personnel Management
- Records Management
- Personnel Training
Certification
- Nationally Registered EMT-Paramedic -1999
- IFSAC FIrefighter I - 1994
- IFSAC Firefighter II - 2002
- IFSAC Firefighter III - 1995
- IFSAC Hazmat Awareness - 2001
- IFSAC Hazmat Operations - 2002
- IFSAC Hazmat Technician - 2008
- IFSAC Rope Rescue Technician I/II - 2011
- IFSAC Confined Space Rescue I/II - 2012
- IFSAC Fire Instructor I - 2007
- IFSAC Fire Instructor II - 2007
- IFSAC Fire Officer I - 2012
- IFSAC Fire Officer II - 2013
- IFSAC Incident Safety Officer - 2016
- IFSAC Fire Investigator - 2017
- IFSAC Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Aerial - 2011
- IFSAC Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator - 2014
- IFSAC Fire Apparatus/Operator Mobile Water Supply - 2015
- Swift Water Rescue Technician - 2011
- Master Diver - 2018
Additional Skills
Shreveport EMS Supervisor Alternate - 2012-2016
LSU FETI Lead Evaluator - 2012-2018
LSU FETI Adjunct Rescue Instructor - 2010-2014
USAR Logistics Specialist/Manager - 2011
USAR Technical Search Specialist - 2011
Wide Area Search - 2010
Advanced Trench Rescue Technician - 2010
Trench Rescue Technician - 2009
CBRNE Structure Collapse Technician - 2009
Public Educaton and WMD Response Sampling Techniques and Guidelines - 2009
Chemistry of Hazmat Materials - 2007
Region 7 Task Force Member Deployment Hurricanes Katrina and Rita - 2005
Awards and Honors
Shreveport Fire Department Medical Directors Award for Paramedic - 2002
LSU Health Sciences Foundation An Evening for Heroes - 2011
Shreveport Mayor Glover Certificate Of Excellence - 2009
Timeline
Battalion Chief/Paramedic
Shreveport Fire Department
12.2023 - Current
Paramedic
North Caddo Medical Center
02.2020 - 08.2020
Firefighter Operator/Paramedic
Caddo Parish Fire District 1
07.2013 - Current
Confined Space Rescue Technician
Industrial Safety Services
11.2011 - Current
Fire Captain/Paramedic
Shreveport Fire Department
01.2010 - 12.2023
Firefighter Operator/Paramedic
Caddo Parish Fire District 4
02.2004 - 07.2008
Paramedic
Desoto Parish EMS
03.2001 - 05.2003
Firefighter Operator/Paramedic
Caddo Parish Fire District 3
04.1999 - 06.2013
Fire Engineer/Paramedic
Shreveport Fire Department
01.1999 - 01.2010
Firefighter
Shreveport Fire Department
10.1993 - 01.1999
High School Diploma -
Captain Shreve High School
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