Jason Heath Burgess
Bloomingdale,GA
Summary
Focused 911 Dispatcher bringing 30 years experience in the field. Well-versed in keeping emotions under control in order to work well in high-pressure moments. Desiring to promote into long-term position with the local system. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Communications Officer II
Effingham County MACC
Guyton , GA
10.2021 - Current
- Verified proper handling and routing of communications and classified data.
- Entered warrants and information into GCIC / NCIC data bases.
- Performed EMD functions for medical emergencies.
Firefighter /Inspector
Bloomingdale Fire Department
Bloomingdale , GA
01.2016 - Current
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Led and planned periodic fire safety inspections to identify unsafe conditions.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Thunderbolt Fire Department
Thunderbolt , GA
03.2016 - 07.2021
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Southside Fire Department
Savannah , GA
02.2011 - 03.2016
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
- Inspected commercial and industrial buildings to identify hazardous conditions and fire code violations.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Education
GA POST Instructor II
Effingham County Sheriffs Office07-2024
LASO & ARSO Technical Swcurity Officer
GCIC LMS
03-2024
VALIDATIONS
GCIC LMS
07-2023
Terminal Agency Coordinator (TAC)
GCIC LMS
06-2023
Fire Service Communications, 3rd edition
APCO Institute Online
04-2023
Disaster Operations And The Communications Center
APCO Institute Online
03-2023
Law Enforcementt Communications
APCO Institute Online
01-2023
Emergency Medical Dispatch Vers 5
APCO Institute Online
06-2022
GA POST Telecommunicator
Georgia Public Safety Training Center
Forsyth, GA03.2022
Fire Service Plans Examiner
Georgia Fire Academy
Forsyth, GA12.2020
Fire Inspector I
Georgia Fire Academy
Forsyth02.2019
National Registry Paramedic
Southsde Fire Departmenti
Savannah, Ga03-2012
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN1996
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medicine (EMT-I)
Walker Technical Institute
LaFayette, GA05.1995
GED -
Lakeview Fort Oglethorpe HS
Fort Oglethorpe, GA08.1994
Skills
- Team Building
- Written Documentation
- Articulate Communication Skills
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Public Relations
- Team Leadership Skills
- Emergency Call Response
- Problem-Solving
Certification
- Licensed Paramedic - 2012
- Licensed Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate- 2002
- Licensed Emergency Medical Technician Basic - 1994
- Certified Fire Inspector, GFA - 2019
- Certified Plans Examiner, GFA - 2020
- Certified Firefighter, GFA - 1994 & 2012
Timeline
Communications Officer II
Effingham County MACC
10.2021 - Current
Firefighter/Paramedic
Thunderbolt Fire Department
03.2016 - 07.2021
Firefighter /Inspector
Bloomingdale Fire Department
01.2016 - Current
Firefighter/Paramedic
Southside Fire Department
02.2011 - 03.2016
GA POST Instructor II
LASO & ARSO Technical Swcurity Officer
GCIC LMS
VALIDATIONS
GCIC LMS
Terminal Agency Coordinator (TAC)
GCIC LMS
Fire Service Communications, 3rd edition
APCO Institute Online
Disaster Operations And The Communications Center
APCO Institute Online
Law Enforcementt Communications
APCO Institute Online
Emergency Medical Dispatch Vers 5
APCO Institute Online
GA POST Telecommunicator
Georgia Public Safety Training Center
Fire Service Plans Examiner
Georgia Fire Academy
Fire Inspector I
Georgia Fire Academy
National Registry Paramedic
Southsde Fire Departmenti
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science
Chattanooga State Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medicine (EMT-I)
Walker Technical Institute
GED -
Lakeview Fort Oglethorpe HS
- Licensed Paramedic - 2012
- Licensed Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate- 2002
- Licensed Emergency Medical Technician Basic - 1994
- Certified Fire Inspector, GFA - 2019
- Certified Plans Examiner, GFA - 2020
- Certified Firefighter, GFA - 1994 & 2012
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