Professional leader with a desire to serve the team and work collaboratively towards operational goals. Proven ability to maintain composure during long hours and high-pressure situations. Can effectively communicate within a team environment and implement crisis management skills to contribute to overall success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
District Chief
Texas Division Of Emergency Management
New Braunfels, TX
11.2023 - Current
Coordinate emergencies at the District level and maintain good professional relationships with all stakeholders in the Disaster District Committee
Serve as liaison between the State of Texas and local agencies within designated Disaster District
Work along side Emergency Responders before, during, and after an incident requiring State assistance
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor while advising and supporting all entities that are in need
Train, mentor, and develop a team through training and experience
Managed performance within assigned district and monitored execution of operations plans.
Staff Sergeant/ Infantry Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
02.2010 - Current
Train, mentor, and maintain accountability of all personnel in Weapons Platoon
Implement the Commander's guidance on tactics and employment of weapon systems
Guide junior Marines to ensure they have a successful career
District Coordinator
Texas Division of Emergency Management
07.2023 - 10.2023
Serve as liaison between the State of Texas and local agencies within designated Disaster District
Work along side Emergency Responders before, during, and after an incident requiring State assistance
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor while advising and supporting all entities that are in need
Train, mentor, and develop a team through training and experience
Firefighter/Paramedic
Bulverde Spring Branch Fire & EMS
01.2016 - 06.2023
Respond and assist in local emergencies in the Western Comal County area
Manage medical and fire scenes as needed per incident
Maintain a professional manner in all aspects on and off duty
Firefighter/ EMT-Basic
ESD-12 St. Hedwig Fire Department
04.2015 - 05.2016
Respond and assist in local emergencies in the Wilson County area
Manage medical and fire scenes as needed per incident
Maintain a professional manner in all aspects on and off duty
Education
BBA - Concentration in Operational Crisis Management
American Military University
Charles Town, WV
10-2025
Associate of Science - AS - Fire Science
American Military University
Charles Town, WV
10-2021
Certification - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
UT Health San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
12.2019
Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy -
Staff Noncommissioned Officer Academy
Quantico, VA
07-2022
Skills
Operations Management
Adaptability
Emergency Planning
Incident Response Coordination
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Disaster Preparedness
Resource Management
Interpersonal Communication
Emergency Management
Effective Team Collaboration
Professional Demeanor
Analytical Problem-Solving
Effective Communication
Team Leadership
Certification
Associate Emergency Manager (AEM) - International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM)
Texas Emergency Manager-Basic (TEM-B) - Emergency Management Association of Texas (EMAT)
Professional Development Series (PDS) - FEMA
Advanced Professional Series (APS) - TDEM
Master Military Emergency Management Specialist (M-MEMS) - State Guard Association of the United States (SGAUS)
Advanced Structure Firefighter, Texas Commission on Fire Protection
Wildland Firefighter, Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service - TEEX
Swiftwater Rescue Technician, Rescue 3 International
Fire Service Driver/Operator Certification, Texas Commission on Fire Protection
Licensed Paramedic (LP), Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC), National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians, 06/01/22, 06/01/26
NFPA 1072 Hazardous Material Incident Command, Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service - TEEX
Honors And Awards
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (NAVCOM), United States Marine Corps, 06/01/21, Given for performance and achievements while serving overseas as a part of Georgian Liaison Team-12 and Security Cooperation Team Jordan-21.1 from the time period of August 2020 to August 2021.
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (NAM), United States Marine Corps, 06/01/23, Given for performance during 1st Battalion 23rd Marines Integrated Training Exercise 2023 (ITX).
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (NAM), United States Marine Corps, 01/01/22, Given for performance during Operation Allies Welcome (OAW).
Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal (OVSM), United States Marine Corps, 06/01/21, Given for extended volunteer service and personally responding to disaster areas with Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA).
AirLIFE Award, San Antonio AirLife, 02/01/17, Given for performance on an emergency medical incident which resulted in the patient surviving.
Timeline
District Chief
Texas Division Of Emergency Management
11.2023 - Current
District Coordinator
Texas Division of Emergency Management
07.2023 - 10.2023
Firefighter/Paramedic
Bulverde Spring Branch Fire & EMS
01.2016 - 06.2023
Firefighter/ EMT-Basic
ESD-12 St. Hedwig Fire Department
04.2015 - 05.2016
Staff Sergeant/ Infantry Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
02.2010 - Current
BBA - Concentration in Operational Crisis Management
American Military University
Associate of Science - AS - Fire Science
American Military University
Certification - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)