Joe Leggett
Katy,TX
Summary
Seasoned District Chief with proven leadership skills. Background includes overseeing emergency response operations, formulating strategic plans for district management, and coordinating with other departments for effective crisis management. Demonstrated ability to cultivate a high-performance team culture and drive operation improvements. Notable impact in previous roles through enhanced community safety protocols and improved response times. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
District Chief
Aldine Fire Rescue
Houston, Texas
09.2015 - Current
- Directed the daily operations of multiple departments across the organization.
- Created a program to promote new managers from within, leading to a cohesive leadership structure.
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Led organizational development changes, enabling the organization to respond better and adapt to industry and market changes.
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and development processes.
- Hired, trained, evaluated, and retained a high-performing, effective, and diverse team, embodying organizational culture.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
Fire Fighter
Houston Fire Department
Houston, Texas
08.2002 - 11.2023
- Removed flammable materials from the reach of ignition sources to minimize fire risk.
- Stood ready with fire suppression equipment such as fire extinguishers to watch for flare-ups.
- Educated the public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at the proper pressure to evaluate the water system's adequacy, as well as the water supply's availability.
- Responded quickly to emergencies to contain and extinguish fires efficiently.
- Helped keep machinery functioning correctly with regular inspections and maintenance.
- Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
- Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of industry equipment.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
- Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
- Located victims trapped by fires, extricated and rendered first aid.
- Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
Fire Captain
Magnolia Fire Dept
Magnolia, Texas
04.2009 - 09.2023
- Ensured that firefighter safety protocols were followed on all emergency scenes.
- Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality fire, medical, and public safety administration responses.
- Supervised subordinate firefighters in the performance of their duties.
- Facilitated communication between departments within the organization to enhance coordination efforts when responding to incidents.
- Inspected buildings for code violations relating to fire safety regulations.
- Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
- Managed staff schedules for shifts and events to minimize overtime costs.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Drafted reports of fires, equipment, and personnel.
- Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
- Attended seminars on advances in firefighting tactics, technology, or legislation impacting the profession.
- Participated in public outreach events designed to educate citizens about fire safety best practices.
- Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
- Conducted daily inspections of firefighting equipment, apparatus, and facilities.
- Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
- Cleaned, serviced, and maintained fire apparatus in a condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate the adequacy of the water system and availability of water supply.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
City Letter Carrier
US Post Office
Spring, Texas
02.1999 - 09.2002
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles before use.
- Followed through on instructions given by post office management.
- Loaded mail into delivery vehicle according to established procedures.
- Prepared outgoing mail by affixing postage, sorting, and weighing parcels.
- Adhered to all USPS regulations as they pertain to letter carrier duties.
- Furnished customers with postal information, change-of-address cards, and other postal forms.
- Operated the company vehicle safely while delivering mail along the assigned route.
- Used portable electronic scanner to track parcels and record tracking progress.
- Maintained records of items delivered or collected for delivery.
- Maintained professional and effective public relations with customers and community members.
- Collected outgoing mail from homes and businesses to deliver to post office for processing.
Soldier
United Stated Army
Fort Hood, TX
06.1990 - 01.1998
- Targeted, fired, and maintained weapons used to destroy enemy positions.
- Acted as an initial point of contact between command staff members and subordinate units.
- Followed orders and carried out mission directives professionally and with compassion despite chaotic and emotionally stressful circumstances.
- Coordinated logistics for unit movements, including transport and supply requisitions.
- Used rifles, machine guns, and other weapons to suppress enemy forces during warfare.
- Utilized missiles and rockets to defend aircraft.
- Performed inspections to keep equipment in working order.
- Displayed leadership in accomplishing assignments and learning new skills.
- Completed basic and advanced combat training courses, mastering individual soldier skills.
- Enforced safety protocols at all times while conducting hazardous tasks such as demolitions.
- Secured and protected air, land, and sea positions from enemy attacks.
- Engaged in weapons training, achieving proficiency in multiple firearms.
- Worked in small groups to accomplish complex goals within tight deadlines and standards.
- Administered first aid and emergency medical treatment in field conditions.
- Performed duties as a security detail member in support of high-level government officials.
- Conducted physical training and ensured all Soldiers achieved required fitness levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fire Science And Management
American Military University
Charlestown, NH10-2026
Skills
- Staff management
- Staff scheduling
- Teamwork
- Inventory control
- Capital spending
- Operational efficiency
- Excellent communication
- Regulatory compliance
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Strategic planning
- Manage operations
- Purchasing and planning
- Sound judgment
- Budget control
- Recruitment and hiring
- Department oversight
- Written communication
- Employee motivation
- Employee relations
- Employee reviews
- Self motivation
- Performance evaluations
Affiliations
- Active member of Church Security and Medical Team member.
- Assist Coach for son's football team.
- Family Business owner.
Accomplishments
- Medal Of Honor for Life Safety Magnolia Fire Department.
- Life Member of Magnolia Fire Department.
- Joint Service Achievement Medal
- Army Achievement Medals.
- Good Conduct Medals.
- National Defense Service Ribbon.
- South West Asia Combat Ribbon.
- Army Service Ribbon.
- Army Overseas Service Ribbon.
- German Schutzenschnur Weapons Qualification Joint Service Badge.
- Primary Leadership Development Course Commandants List Recipient.
- Firefighter of the Year Award.
Certification
- Texas Association of Fire Chiefs Academy Graduate
- Certified Fire Executive
- Master Structure Firefighter
- Officer 2
- Instructor 2
- Hazardous Materials Technician
- Incident Safety Officer
- Incident Commander
- Driver Operator-Aerial
- Driver Operator -Pumper
- EMT-B
- NIMS Incident Command Systems IS 100,200,300,400,700,800
- Swiftwater Awareness
- Boaters Awareness and Operator Certified.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
District Chief
Aldine Fire Rescue
09.2015 - Current
Fire Captain
Magnolia Fire Dept
04.2009 - 09.2023
Fire Fighter
Houston Fire Department
08.2002 - 11.2023
City Letter Carrier
US Post Office
02.1999 - 09.2002
Soldier
United Stated Army
06.1990 - 01.1998
Bachelor of Science - Fire Science And Management
American Military University
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