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Jennifer Ford

Jennifer Ford

Mineral,VA

Summary

Focused Emergency Management Educational Coordinator develops comprehensive disaster plans and oversees emergency response teams. Trains personnel to respond appropriately in crisis situations with detailed protocols and clear communication of specific tasks. Coordinates programs to mitigate destructive effects of disasters with implementation of attested emergency activities.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educational Coordinator

Hospital to Home LLC
05.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with colleagues across five departments to ensure seamless delivery of instruction across diverse subject areas.
  • Created safe and inclusive work environment of respect to promote positive teaching experience for teacher and students with diverse backgrounds.
  • Established and communicated clear learning objectives for activities, distributing variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
  • Analyzed assessment data to identify trends and areas for improvement, driving targeted interventions that enhanced student performance for over 300 staff.
  • Implemented data-driven strategies to monitor student progress, resulting in increased academic achievement across various grade levels
  • Maintained accurate records of program operations, including assessments results, attendance data, and discipline issues for informed decision-making processes

Emergency Room Technician I & CTCCE EMT Instructor

VCU Health
07.2023 - 05.2024
  • Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
  • Provided triage, first-aid and referral to outside medical providers during workplace injury or medical emergency.
  • Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
  • Enhanced ER efficiency through proficient use of medical equipment like EKG machines, defibrillators, and vital sign monitors.
  • Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids
  • Streamlined emergency department processes by working closely with other ER technicians, nurses, physicians, and ancillary staff members to coordinate seamless patient care transitions within the hospital setting

Government Affairs Coordinator

Dominion Energy
01.2017 - 01.2023
  • Actively supported seven managers and representatives within the State and Local Affairs organization
  • Maintained 14 budgets and processed grants for two thirds of the Commonwealth of Virginia including special initiatives
  • Provided legislative support during the Virginia General Assembly as well as post session communications with external audiences on Virginia legislation dealing with solar, coal ash, offshore wind, and other noteworthy legislation
  • Supports capital project success to attain project milestones and project completion
  • Maintained and provided company relationships through an Emergency Contact list for the entire region as well as emergency communications with local and state officials
  • Coordinated and supported various events for the company including a memorial for CEO Tom Farrell, retiree events, legislative outreach, community outreach for initiatives, and meetings with state and local officials for the company.

Associate Transmission Equipment Asset Analyst

Agile One – Dominion Energy Contractor
01.2016 - 01.2017
    • Worked under the direction of experienced team members to assist with the management of Transmission Equipment Assets
    • Tracked business unit asset information through all stages of the asset life cycle; including scheduling and tracking of Electric Transmission construction and maintenance activities
    • Assessed procedural adherence and operational risks by evaluating issues and/or gaps in identified department processes
    • Identified processes to ensure the integrity of asset information across multiple platforms
    • Analyzed engineering documents to verify technical schemes and asset configurations
    • Performed analysis of asset information and historical records in support of engineering studies, compliance initiatives, and audit support and documentation.

Processing Assistant III

Agile One – Dominion Energy Contractor
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Selected and compiled data, perform calculations to translate data and information into required results, investigate and provide explanations of variations from expected results
  • Utilized computer systems including Microsoft Office Suite and Frame Maker software to record, enter, store and retrieve information
  • Compiled regular and special reports
  • Resolved discrepancies and communicate with a variety of administrative and professional employees within and outside the company.
  • Reduced errors in document processing with thorough quality checks and attention to detail
  • Provided valuable support during peak periods, assisting coworkers with their workload as needed to maintain overall team productivity levels

Education

Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management Administration

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
12.2022

Skills

    • Training and education
    • Teamwork and Collaboration
    • Organizational Skills
    • Emergency Operations
    • Crisis Management
      • Emergency planning
      • Public Safety
      • Team building
      • Professionalism
      • Reliability

Education

  • Columbia Southern University – BS Emergency Management Administration 2022
  • Houghton College – A.A.S. Liberal Arts

Volunteering / special skills

  • Proficient use of SAP, WEBSIS, and Microsoft Office Suite of products
  • Adjunct Professor of Emergency Medical Technician Virginia Commonwealth University
  • Training Officer and Administration Holly Grove Rescue Squad
  • Moulage and Tactical Drills PVCC, VCU, Goochland FEMS, Louisa County FEMS
  • AHA BLS and Heartsaver Instructor

Accomplishments

  • Benjamin Lambert III, First Responder of the Year 2021

Certification

  • FEMA 5, An Introduction to Hazardous Materials
  • FEMA 100, An Introduction to the Incident Command System
  • FEMA 200, Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response
  • FEMA 700, National Incident Management Systems
  • FEMA 800, National Response Framework
  • IPAWS
  • Radiological Emergencies
  • Fundamentals of Emergency Management
  • Hazmat Awareness
  • Weapons of Mass Destruction
  • National Registry Advanced Medical Technician
  • Virginia Educational Coordinator
  • AHA CPR Instructor

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Educational Coordinator

Hospital to Home LLC
05.2024 - Current

Emergency Room Technician I & CTCCE EMT Instructor

VCU Health
07.2023 - 05.2024

Government Affairs Coordinator

Dominion Energy
01.2017 - 01.2023

Associate Transmission Equipment Asset Analyst

Agile One – Dominion Energy Contractor
01.2016 - 01.2017

Processing Assistant III

Agile One – Dominion Energy Contractor
01.2015 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management Administration

Columbia Southern University
Jennifer Ford