Joseph White
Assistant Fire Chief/Emergency Manager For City Of Odessa
Odessa,United States
Summary
Highly trained Assistant Fire Chief dedicated to public safety and awareness for past 30 years. Effective leader remains steady during times of emergency, while directing and motivating team members throughout crises. Dedicated emergency professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Enthusiastic employee eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in safety aspects of the oilfield industry.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Fire Chief
City Of Odessa
Odessa, United States
10.1992 - 10.2022
- Assisted with training and development of new firefighters through development of extensive job-related modules.
- Delivered lifesaving CPR for victims of auto accidents and fire emergencies.
- Monitored maintenance records of fire engines to keep vehicles updated.
- Provided access to grief counseling during times of emergency.
- Aided law enforcement with spotting and reporting dangerous weather conditions and damage.
- Established and continued communication with local government to maintain positive relationship.
- Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures and tools.
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
- Inspected stations, uniforms and vehicles regularly for signs of maintenance needs or general professionalism.
- Oversaw scene operations and assigned firefighters to strategic locations.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
- Set up emergency operations center during times of crisis.
- Supervisor of over 200 employees.
Safety Specialist
DXP Enterprises Inc.
Odessa, TX
10.2014 - 02.2017
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
- Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards.
- Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Calibrated H2S monitors (personal and fixed locations)
- Monthly and annual fire extinguisher inspections
- Filled cascade systems, escape packs and MSA bottles with air.
Education
Masters in Public Administration - Organizational Leadership
The University of Texas Permian Basin
Odessa, TX 03.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Fire And Emergency Services
Texas A&M San Antonio
San Antonio 06.2016 - 12.2017
Skills
Quality control guidelines
Resources allocation
Firefighting operations
Fire protection
Trained weather spotter
Emergency Response
Crisis Management
Grief counseling
Fire response rescue direction
Personnel management
Disaster management
Fire service
Budgeting
Emergency response procedures
Emergency medical treatment
Certification
CFR - Certified First Responder
Timeline
Masters in Public Administration - Organizational Leadership
The University of Texas Permian Basin
03.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Fire And Emergency Services
Texas A&M San Antonio
06.2016 - 12.2017
Safety Specialist
DXP Enterprises Inc.
10.2014 - 02.2017
Assistant Fire Chief
City Of Odessa
10.1992 - 10.2022