JOSEPH T. BROUGHTON
Ashland,KY
Summary
Dedicated Firefighter with extensive experience in fire suppression and medical response. Proven ability to lead tactical operations and manage personnel in high-pressure environments. Expertise in crisis management and conflict resolution, complemented by strong mechanical aptitude and mastery of advanced equipment. Committed to delivering effective solutions and maintaining team cohesion.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter / EMT / HazMat Technician
Georgetown Fire Department
Georgetown, KY
09.2024 - Current
- Completed 200+ hours of documented professional fire-service training annually, maintaining proficiency in firefighting, EMS, rescue, hazardous materials response, and emergency operations.
- Served on a company, completing approximately 800 emergency responses from January 2026 to August 2026.
- Operate within the Incident Command System and coordinate with partner agencies during emergency response, supporting safe and efficient resource deployment.
- Plan and conduct shift-level training to strengthen firefighter readiness, equipment proficiency, and operational performance.
- Mentor newly assigned firefighters, supporting onboarding, skills development, and integration into department operations.
- Selected for a Leadership Award recognizing outstanding performance, leadership, and support of team members.
Platoon Leader / Fire Direction Officer
Kentucky Army National Guard, Bravo 2-138 FA
Carlisle, KY
03.2024 - Current
- Lead and develop a 34-soldier platoon through mission planning, fire control operations, training, and operational readiness.
- Plan and supervise 15+ training events annually, maintaining readiness, safety standards, and tactical proficiency.
- Maintain accountability for personnel and assigned equipment valued, ensuring readiness and operational availability.
- Coordinate mission preparation, training, and operational execution with battery leadership to support unit readiness and mission success.
- Mentor Soldiers in tactical proficiency, leadership, and professional development.
- Awarded the Kentucky National Guard Commendation Medal for outstanding performance.
- Conducted after-action reviews to identify areas of improvement and develop corrective action plans for future operations.
Sergeant (E-5) / Fire Control Specialist (13J)
United States Army, HHB 2-11 FA, 25th ID
Schofield Barracks, HI
03.2020 - 03.2024
- Led and supervised a small team in artillery fire control operations supporting live-fire missions and tactical field exercises.
- Processed fire missions and computed target data, coordinating fire direction activities to enhance training operations.
- Supported command staff decision-making with accurate reporting and personnel coordination, ensuring effective operational readiness.
- Conducted driver training and refresher instruction for Soldiers, ensuring enhanced operator readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Executed Tactical Combat Casualty Care training and ensured Soldiers maintained required readiness standards.
- Awards: Army Commendation Medal; Army Achievement Medals (2); Good Conduct Medals (2)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fire Science Management
American Military University
Charleston, WV02-2026
Master of Science - Fire Safety And Explosion Protection
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK05-2028
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technologies
Ashland Community And Technical College
Ashland, KY12-2019
Skills
- Structural Firefighting
- Fire Suppression & Hose Operations
- Fire Pump & Apparatus Operations
- Hazardous Materials Response
- Emergency Medical Treatment
- Search & Rescue
- Emergency Vehicle Operations
- Incident Command & Operational Planning
- Fireground Teamwork & Coordination
- Personnel Management
- Emergency Response Under Pressure
- Physical Fitness & Operational Readiness
Certification
Secret Security Clearance - Active since 2020, Hazardous Materials Technician | Firefighter I & II | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) | Pumper Operator | ICS-100 | ICS-200 | ICS-700 | ICS-800 | Army Officer Candidate School | Basic Leader Course — Commandant's Graduate
Timeline
Firefighter / EMT / HazMat Technician
Georgetown Fire Department
09.2024 - Current
Platoon Leader / Fire Direction Officer
Kentucky Army National Guard, Bravo 2-138 FA
03.2024 - Current
Sergeant (E-5) / Fire Control Specialist (13J)
United States Army, HHB 2-11 FA, 25th ID
03.2020 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Fire Science Management
American Military University
Master of Science - Fire Safety And Explosion Protection
Oklahoma State University
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technologies
Ashland Community And Technical College