JEFFREY S. BURNS
Summary
Diligent Emergency Management Coordinator with a proven track record in law enforcement and fire service leadership. Adept at managing large teams and complex operations to ensure public safety and foster community trust. Expertise in strategic planning and crisis management consistently leads to effective responses in high-pressure situations. Committed to enhancing emergency preparedness and resilience through innovative solutions and collaborative efforts. Recognized for strong communication skills and the ability to build partnerships that strengthen community relations.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Allegiance Mobile Health
07.2025 - Current
- Administer Basic and Advanced life-support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings.
Chief of Police
City of Hudson Police Department
09.2023 - 07.2025
- The Chief of Police is the highest-ranking officer in the Police Department. As a general Manager of the Police Department, I was responsible for the planning, efficient administration, and operation of the Police Department under the authority of the City Council. As assistant Emergency Manager for the city, I worked with state federal and local emergency management, local government, and volunteer organizations to ensure proper planning and mitigation for emergency response within the geographical response area. Prepared and implemented tabletop and full-scale disaster/emergency exercises on a local level with various stakeholders.
- Assistant Emergency Manager
- Temporary Position
Disaster Program Manager
American Red Cross
09.2021 - 09.2023
- As the Disaster Program Manager, I manage the implementation of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery programs. I work closely with leadership and volunteers in each organization within the 8 County Regional Territory. I support recruitment and engagement of volunteers who want to help their community. I work closely with State and local partners to prepare response and recovery initiatives and deliver operational plans that are inclusive of the Red Cross Disaster Initiatives. I develop partnerships with our State and Federal Partners to ensure that the territory can respond and recover from a Disaster. I work with local territory volunteers to ensure that our service model is met by in person Fire response and providing educational programs and outreach to Veterans and at-risk populations. I develop Incident Action Plans and oversee the response to disasters within my 16 county Region.
Patrolman/Mental Health Officer
Diboll Police Department
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Perform patrol of the city; Respond to all emergencies; Enforce city and State laws and ordinances; investigate crimes; apprehend criminals; maintain public peace and safety; prepare and file written reports. Assist officers with Mental Heath related calls for service.
Lieutenant
City of Hudson
10.2015 - 02.2021
- The Lieutenant is the supervising officer in the Police Department. As a supervisor of the Police Department, I am responsible for the planning, efficient administration, and operation of the Police Department under the authority of the Chief of Police. As assistant Emergency Manager for the city, I work with state federal and local emergency management, local government, and volunteer organizations to ensure proper planning and mitigation for emergency response within the geographical response area. Prepared and implemented tabletop and full-scale disaster/emergency exercises on a local level with various stakeholders.
Allegiance Mobile Health
03.2012 - 10.2015
- Administer Basic and Advanced life-support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital setting. Operate equipment such as EKGs, external defibrillators, and bag-valve mask resuscitators in advanced life-support environments. Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures. Maintain vehicles and medical and communication equipment and replenish equipment and supplies. Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs and treatment. Perform emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as airway management and heart monitoring, during ambulance transport ,Administer drugs, orally or by injection, and perform intravenous procedures under a physician's direction. Comfort and reassure patients during Pt care.
Chief of Police
City of Hudson Police Department
09.2002 - 12.2012
- The Chief of Police is the highest-ranking officer in the Police Department. As a general Manager of the Police Department, I was responsible for the planning, efficient administration, and operation of the Police Department under the authority of the City Council. As assistant Emergency Manager for the city, I worked with state federal and local emergency management, local government, and volunteer organizations to ensure proper planning and mitigation for emergency response within the geographical response area. Prepared and implemented tabletop and full-scale disaster/emergency exercises on a local level with various stakeholders.
- Assistant Emergency Manager
Combat Medical Specialist
Texas Army National Guard
12.1987 - 10.2009
- The Combat Medical N.C.O. is primarily responsible for providing leadership and guidance in emergency medical treatment. Develop tactics to ensure medical coverage for soldiers in combat with limited availability to primary care. Develop plans for health protection of soldiers and detailed evacuation plans from a point of injury or illness. Provide training for the attached medical platoon; train all military members in Combat Lifesaver, Buddy Aid and Pre deployment combat medical training. Develop training plans and implement sustainment medical training while in home station.
- Honorable Discharge (Retiree)
- Responsibilities
Education
Graduate -
McKinney High School
McKinney, Texas01.1984
Certified - Fire Fighter
SFFMA
01.1999
Certificate - TX EMT-Paramedic
Technical Trade School
01.1996
Certificate - Certified Peace Officer
Technical Trade School
01.1991
Certificate - TX EMT- Basic
Technical Trade School
01.1984
Skills
- SFFMA Certified Fire Fighter (Basic and Advanced)
- Web EOC
- National Inland Search and Rescue Planning School
- EOC – ESF – 9 Operations section
- Certified Police Officer (Master)
- NIMS ICS 100, 200 300,400,700,800
- FEMA Professional Development
- NIMS G-449 300-400 Instructor
- Certified Texas EMT – Paramedic
- Fire Inspector
- Fire Investigator
- Rope Rescue Instructor
- All Hazards Incident Commander
- Tactical Medic
- Basic SWAT School
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care Instructor
- SFFMA Fire Service Instructor (Basic)
- TCOLE Instructor – Basic
- Master Peace Officer
- Mental Health Peace Officer
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder 1984 -Present
- Licensed EMT Paramedic - 1996 - Present
- NIMS Instructor - 2012 - Present
- Fire Service Instructor - 2009 - Present
- TCOLE Basic Instructor 2012 - Present
- Web EOC
- Master Peace Officer
- EOC Operations
Timeline
Allegiance Mobile Health
07.2025 - Current
Chief of Police
City of Hudson Police Department
09.2023 - 07.2025
Disaster Program Manager
American Red Cross
09.2021 - 09.2023
Patrolman/Mental Health Officer
Diboll Police Department
02.2021 - 09.2021
Lieutenant
City of Hudson
10.2015 - 02.2021
Allegiance Mobile Health
03.2012 - 10.2015
Chief of Police
City of Hudson Police Department
09.2002 - 12.2012
Combat Medical Specialist
Texas Army National Guard
12.1987 - 10.2009
Certified - Fire Fighter
SFFMA
Certificate - TX EMT-Paramedic
Technical Trade School
Certificate - Certified Peace Officer
Technical Trade School
Certificate - TX EMT- Basic
Technical Trade School
Graduate -
McKinney High School
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