Jeffrey Gallimore
Kent,Ohio
Summary
I have spent 25 years in public safety. Most of those years were in the fire suppression division responding to fire and ems calls. On several occasions I have had opportunities to advance my career. I was promoted to Fire Lieutenant which is in our fire prevention bureau. There i conducted fire inspections on suppression systems and fire alarms, conducted fire investigations, and fire safety education. For several years I participated with our SWAT team as tactical ems.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Armed Security/Advanced EMT
Allied Universal Security Services
12.2025 - Current
Firefighter/ Paramedic
Boardman Township
01.2003 - Current
- Led firefighting operations during emergencies, coordinating resources for optimal response efficiency.
- Developed training programs focusing on advanced firefighting techniques and safety measures for staff development.
- Collaborated with local agencies to promote community awareness regarding fire safety practices and prevention strategies.
- Implemented process improvements in emergency response protocols, increasing overall effectiveness of operations.
Fire Investigator
Churchwell Fire Consultants
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducted thorough investigations to determine fire cause and origin.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
- Analyzed fire patterns using specialized tools and techniques for accurate conclusions.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting findings and recommendations for prevention measures.
Fire Lieutenant
Boardman Township
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Supervised emergency response operations, ensuring team readiness and safety compliance.
- Coordinated training programs for new firefighters, enhancing skill development and operational efficiency.
- Conducted inspections of hundreds of businesses including fire suppression systems and fire alarm systems.
- Conducted plan reviews for new construction and renovations of existing construction.
- Lead and participated in many fire investigations within the township.
Firefighter/ Paramedic
Cardinal Joint Fire District
04.2003 - 01.2023
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring rapid assessment and action on-site.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections, identifying hazards and recommending safety improvements.
- participated in several fire investigations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jonathan Alder High School
Plain City, OH06.1993
Skills
- High mechanical aptitude
- Problem solving
- Ability to think quickly and react in an ever-changing situation
- Multi-tasking
Certification
- State of Ohio firefighter 1 and 2
- Ohio Paramedic 2000-2018
- Ohio Advanced EMT
- Ohio Fire Inspector
- Ohio Fire Investigator 1 and 2
- IAAI Certified Fire Investigator
- NAFI Certified Fire and Explosion investigator
Timeline
Armed Security/Advanced EMT
Allied Universal Security Services
12.2025 - Current
Fire Investigator
Churchwell Fire Consultants
01.2023 - 05.2024
Fire Lieutenant
Boardman Township
03.2022 - 01.2023
Firefighter/ Paramedic
Cardinal Joint Fire District
04.2003 - 01.2023
Firefighter/ Paramedic
Boardman Township
01.2003 - Current
High School Diploma -
Jonathan Alder High School