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Joseph Davidson

Tampa,FL

Summary

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in first responding, possessing a talent for navigating challenges and finding effective solutions. Strong problem-solving and communication skills allow for a proactive approach to new tasks. Recognized for adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset, consistently delivering impactful results. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals, eager to utilize expertise to drive success in a new role.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kill Devil Hills Ocean Rescue Lifeguard Supervisor

Kill Devil Hills Fire Department
05.2018 - Current
  • Patrolled and responded promptly to emergencies on beach and in water, administered EMT level basic life support and coordinated hospital transportation.
  • Observed weather and water conditions and alerted beachgoers to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
  • Supervised 6 lifeguards each shift and any emergency that occurred in that district.
  • Scheduled, coordinated and conducted Emergency Medical Responder training for 60 lifeguards each year to promote full competence in first aid, CPR, and water rescue techniques.
  • Worked 24 hour on call shifts while operating Ocean Rescue emergency vehicle.
  • Managed payroll for all 60 lifeguards on staff
  • Participated in local lifeguard competitions to maintain skills and fitness and to optimize lifeguarding performance.

Internship with Live Well UT as a Student Coordinator

Live Well UT
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Worked with the RELATE initiative of Live Well UT
  • Live Well UT is a student-led organization that empowers the University of Tampa community to continually improve healthy behaviors and lifestyles in themselves and others
  • RELATE is a student-led initiative that provides UT students with healthy relationship education around campus
  • Experienced advocate for public health, succeeded at organizing and overseeing more than 10 impactful outreach events
  • Demonstrated leadership in events like Pirate Fest, emphasizing student safety ahead of cultural festivals like Gasparilla
  • Skilled in event coordination, community engagement, and wellness promotion
  • Recognized for effective communication and leadership qualities, committed to driving positive change within university communities
  • Presented a Relationship Skills presentation at a Life Skills Workshop to University of Tampa's President's Leadership Fellows group to benefit their journey of leadership development
  • I had the privilege of presenting an interactive lecture on conflict resolution skills, regarding both romantic and professional relationships
  • Additionally, I discussed innovative techniques for expressing emotions in a constructive manner, while underscoring the importance of establishing boundaries and ensuring consent.

Dare County Emergency Medical Services

Dare County
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Certified as a North Carolina and National Registry Emergency Medical Technician
  • Responded to any 911 medical emergency within Dare County and assessed patient's conditions and managed respiratory, cardiac, and trauma emergencies.

Education

Manatee Technical College
Bradenton, FL
07-2025

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

The University of Tampa
Tampa, FL
05-2024

College of The Albermarle
Manteo, NC
08-2022

Skills

  • Interagency collaboration
  • Active Listening
  • Emergency communications
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Incident Reporting
  • Proficient in Excel

Athletics

  • University of Tampa NCAA Division II Cross Country and Track, August 2020-May 2022

Certification

  • National Registry Emergency Medical Technician, (2022, 2025)
  • Florida Emergency Medical Technician (2025)
  • Firefighter 1 and Firefighter 2 (Manatee Technical College, 2025)
  • Hazardous Materials Operations Level (2025)
  • Basic Life Support Certification, (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
  • United States Lifesaving Association Open Water Lifeguard Certification, (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
  • Introduction to the Incident Command System, IS 100 (2023)
  • Basic Incident Command System For Initial Response, IS 200 (2023)
  • Introduction to the National Incident Management System, IS 700 (2025)
  • Introduction to National Response Framework, IS 800 (2025)
  • Basic Wildland Firefighter Training, S-130 (2025)
  • Intro to Wildland Fire Behavior, S-190 (2025)
  • Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service, L-180 (2025)
  • Active Attack Integrated Response Course, Awareness Level (2025)
  • Pride and Ownership Seminar Certificate of Attendance, Fire Chief Rick Lasky (2025)
  • National TIM Responder Training Certificate (2022, 2025)
  • See and Be Seen: Emergency Lighting Awareness Certification (2022)
  • Region 6 South Central Public Health Training Center Certificate of Completion Chemical Terrorism (2023)
  • Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Program Certification (2023)
  • IBM SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences) Certification (2023)

Timeline

Internship with Live Well UT as a Student Coordinator

Live Well UT
01.2023 - 05.2024

Dare County Emergency Medical Services

Dare County
05.2022 - 08.2022

Kill Devil Hills Ocean Rescue Lifeguard Supervisor

Kill Devil Hills Fire Department
05.2018 - Current

Manatee Technical College

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

The University of Tampa

College of The Albermarle