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John Rhode

Minnetrista,MN

Summary

Community and safety-oriented Fire Professional with 18 years of public experience in planning, organizing and administration of all fire protection district operations. Possesses extensive list of successes building and leading talented teams in training, drills and high-danger emergency events. Currently managing 26 firefighters and officers. Highly committed to safety and continuous provision of quality emergency response. Equipped with strong background overseeing group efforts across diverse facilities ranging in size and complexity. Highly competent in assessing and eliminating risks and hazards through effectively executing action plans, analyzing accident and injury while highly committed to safety and continuous provision of quality emergency response. Strong leadership and analytical skills as evidenced by ability to continuously improve fire/rescue operations and emergency medical services. High level of interpersonal skills being effective with municipal leaders, community members, key stakeholders, and the general public.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief 3 - Training

St. Bonifacius Fire Department
01.2024 - Current
  • Job title change, with added responsibilities to include responding to mutual aid incidents as a Chief Officer, managing vacation calendar, additional Duty Officer shifts.






  • Manage the day to day operations of the Norwood Park Fire Protection District which consists of 30 Firefighter/Paramedic personnel, includes Fire Suppression, EMS and Training.
  • Experience with the unique finances of a fire district. This includes filing annual tax levy and order of direction, budget and appropriations and posting of annual compensation packages.
  • Have worked with administration on audit preparation, including management an discussion analysis reports.
  • Familiarized with budget hearing and publication regulations for fire districts.
  • Support the Fire Chief and Command Staff as a liaison between the Fire District and outside agencies.
  • Assist the Fire Chief in establishing policies and procedures for the Department.
  • Establish and continuously revise administrative policies and department standard operating guidelines to foster a safe and effective work environment.
  • Work with Emergency Management Agency directors during the recent Covid-19 Pandemic to ensure that the needs of the community and personnel safety were maintained.
  • Oversee station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety administration.
  • Prioritize and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Juggle multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.

Captain - Training

St. Bonifacius Fire Department
01.2019 - 12.2023
  • Assisted in development and maintenance of effective system of records and reports of alarm responses, fire and casualty reports, personnel actions, quarters, apparatus equipment, training, hose maintenance and testing activities.
  • Followed department rules and regulations and oversaw discipline to maintain compliance among personnel.
  • Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire suppression and medical emergencies.
  • Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
  • Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
  • Preserved order and discipline among subordinates, and gave assignments and instructions.
  • Controlled emergency response planning, oversaw development of building pre-plans and handled company building fire inspections.

Captain - Safety & Health

St. Bonifacius Fire Department
01.2013 - 12.2018
  • Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
  • Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
  • Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
  • Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
  • Entered inspection, training, fire and emergency medical service calls into records management system using Firehouse software.
  • Inspected schools, theaters, offices and various other buildings to check for proper fire precautionary measures.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Preserved order and discipline among subordinates, and gave assignments and instructions.

Lieutenant - Rescue

St. Bonifacius Fire Department
11.2009 - 12.2013
  • Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
  • Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
  • Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
  • Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
  • Maintained tools and fire vehicles, contributing to rapid response capability.
  • Handled routine custodial maintenance of breathing, resuscitation and apparatus equipment.
  • Performed fundamental firefighter and driver duties.
  • Inspected schools, theaters, offices and various other buildings to check for proper fire precautionary measures.

Firefighter

St. Bonifacius Fire Department
03.2007 - 11.2009
  • Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
  • Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.

Education

Business Management

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN

Fire Science

Hennepin Technical College
Minneapolis, MN

Skills

  • Administration and management
  • Staff development and leadership
  • Emergency response procedures
  • Personnel training
  • Incident safety
  • Water emergency operations
  • Fire department procedures
  • Fire prevention
  • Operational leadership
  • Emergency medical services
  • Training programs
  • Fire suppression
  • Disaster preparedness
  • Staff performance evaluation

Certification

  • Certified Fire Officer I and II
  • Certified Instructor I and II
  • Certified Incident Safety Officer
  • Blue Card Certification
  • EMR Certification
  • NIMS Certification
  • Live Burn Instructor Certification

Professional Affiliations

MSFCA member serving on Education Committee

MnFire instructor since induction

Adjunct instructor for MN Fire service and NFA courses

Timeline

Chief 3 - Training

St. Bonifacius Fire Department
01.2024 - Current

Captain - Training

St. Bonifacius Fire Department
01.2019 - 12.2023

Captain - Safety & Health

St. Bonifacius Fire Department
01.2013 - 12.2018

Lieutenant - Rescue

St. Bonifacius Fire Department
11.2009 - 12.2013

Firefighter

St. Bonifacius Fire Department
03.2007 - 11.2009

Business Management

University of Minnesota

Fire Science

Hennepin Technical College

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