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Jim Parish
Grovetown,GA
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Summary
Emergency services professional with extensive expertise in incident command and multi-agency coordination. Developed and implemented training programs that significantly enhanced team readiness and compliance. Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to improve operational effectiveness. Dedicated to promoting safety and preparedness through strategic collaboration and planning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
HSE Tech Spec II
Fluor Federal
Aiken, South Carolina
07.2024 - Current
- Coordinated emergency readiness data for DOE, ensuring compliance and readiness.
- Established and maintained rally points, ensuring operational integrity.
- Conducted and reviewed emergency equipment inspections to confirm operational readiness.
- Developed and implemented annual drill schedules, enhancing preparedness.
- Delivered emergency management training to enhance personnel preparedness.
- Performed weekly Emergency Preparedness walkdowns to verify and strengthen personnel readiness.
- Conducted weekly Fire Protection walkdowns, ensuring compliance with NFPA 241.
- Conducted weekly HSE field observations, ensuring compliance with HSE practices and procedures.
- Conducted monthly inspections of fire extinguishers, AEDs, and first aid bags.
Lieutenant/ Training Officer
Columbia County Fire Rescue
Martinez, Georgia
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Designed and implemented training plans to address skill gaps, enhancing team readiness.
- Coordinated training schedules across multiple sites, ensuring effective resource allocation for enhanced training delivery.
- Evaluated training program success, recommending targeted improvements that increased overall program effectiveness.
- Coordinated with Emergency Management Officials to enhance community emergency preparedness and response capabilities.
- Partnered with law enforcement, EMS, and other external agencies to develop and execute active threat preparedness drills.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify patterns, enabling targeted training initiatives that improved response times and operational effectiveness.
- Streamlined training evaluations, facilitating measurable improvements in team readiness for emergency situations.
Firefighter/EMT
Thomson-McDuffie County Emergency Services
05.2014 - 01.2024
- Responded to emergencies, executed fire suppression, vehicle extrication, and medical care.
- Operated diverse fire apparatus, enhancing response efficiency and safety.
- Managed daily station operations to maintain readiness and ensure optimal equipment functionality.
- Conducted emergency planning through detailed pre-plans and Target Hazard Analysis to identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Led volunteer personnel to enhance teamwork and coordinate effective emergency response.
- Improved emergency response outcomes through strategic resource management.
Lieutenant
Columbia County Fire Rescue
Martinez, Georgia
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Commanded fire scenes and coordinated rescue operations, minimizing property damage.
- Led emergency response operations, ensuring rapid deployment of resources and enhancing community safety during critical incidents.
- Developed and coordinated Emergency Action Plans for swift water rescue operations, enhancing interagency readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Conducted emergency planning with detailed pre-plans and Target Hazard Analysis, identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies.
- Supervised firefighting teams, ensuring quick and effective emergency responses.
- Trained firefighters in safety protocols, enhancing team performance and compliance.
- Mentored junior firefighters, strengthening skills and building confidence through ongoing feedback.
- Implemented simulation technology in training, improving preparedness and response times.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, Arizona 05.2023 - 03.2025
Associate degree - Fire & Emergency Services Administration
East Georgia State College
Swainsboro, Georgia 01.2019 - 12.2022
MBA -
Universrity of Airizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ 08.2026 - Current
Skills
- Crisis management
- Emergency coordination
- Crisis response
- Crisis prioritization
- Crisis communication
- Risk assessment
- Operational planning
- Safety compliance
- Team leadership and training
- Training assessment
- Adaptability
Timeline
MBA -
Universrity of Airizona Global Campus
08.2026 - Current
HSE Tech Spec II
Fluor Federal
07.2024 - Current
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus
05.2023 - 03.2025
Lieutenant/ Training Officer
Columbia County Fire Rescue
01.2023 - 07.2024
Associate degree - Fire & Emergency Services Administration
East Georgia State College
01.2019 - 12.2022
Lieutenant
Columbia County Fire Rescue
01.2017 - 01.2023
Firefighter/EMT
Thomson-McDuffie County Emergency Services
05.2014 - 01.2024