Joshua Rowand
Jamestown,TN
Summary
Hard-working Supervisor with exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations. Experienced Emergency Management Specialist with numerous FEMA and Department of Defense certifications. Subject matter expert in providing technical emergency preparedness assistance and training to employees, Versed in DODi 6055.17, NIMS, and ICS and apply them to all programs supported. Proficient in Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP), exercise design and evaluations, policy formulation, emergency plan review/rewriting for Federal, State, and local governments, and public education. Also familiar with NRC and DOE regulations with a focus on emergency response. Considered by management and peers to be passionate, highly dedicated, with strong communication skills.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
Installation Emergency Manager
Delaware Air National Guard
New Castle, DE
12.2019 - Current
- Maintained current understanding of local, state and federal guidelines for emergency response.
- Built and strengthened relationships with area governments, departments and agencies to manage effective planning and implementation of emergency response strategies.
- Kept informed of activities or changes that could affect likelihood of emergencies, factors that could affect response efforts and details of plan implementation.
- Inspected facilities and equipment such as emergency management centers and communications equipment to determine operational and functional capabilities in emergency situations.
- Applied for federal funding for emergency-management-related needs and administered and reported on progress of such funding. was able to allocate and execute over $200k over 2 years
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships with local county and State emergency services personnel.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated .Identified $900,000.00 shortfall in shops inventory overseen
by Logistics Readiness Squadron and spearheaded rapid
resolution to meet 100% inventory compliance - Collaborated with team members to achieve target results, such as successful writing and execution of several Large Scale Readiness Exercises (LSRE)
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time, which lead to the completion of the full re-write of the Installation Emergency Management Plan, All-Hazards Threat Assessment, and Capability Assessment
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
Fire Protection Operator
PSEG Nuclear LLC
Hancocks Bridge, NJ
10.2011 - Current
- Demonstrated remote monitoring systems to personnel, providing onboarding services for internal fire protection and safety personnel.
- Prepared and presented technical reports on fire safety systems for both in-situ frameworks and proposed designs.
- Conducted post-installation testing to establish system operations within prescribed metrics maintaining 100% functionality of over 40 safety systems
- Assisted in development of new standards and regulations to increase safety of future installations.
- Prepared documentation by writing notes, organizing official interview records, compiling inspection reports and maintaining supporting documents.
- Inspected and tested building manual and automatic response fire suppression systems.
- Inspected physical condition of automatic sprinkler systems to report conditions and suggest repairs.
- Reviewed new fire safety construction documents for extinguisher placement, exit locations and standpipe locations.
- Controlled safety protocols and avoided potential hazards at fire incident scenes to protect investigation personnel from harm.
- Rendered aid to individuals suffering from smoke inhalation, broken bones or other concerns.
- Administered frequent fire drills to evaluate fire exits, structures and proper functioning.
- Directed dispatching and emergency response procedures for personnel managing service calls and emergency situations.
Volunteer Fire Fighter/EMT
Various Fire Departments
Woodstown, Woolwich, Carneys Point, & Pennsville, NJ
01.2001 - 01.2018
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Responded to over 5 daily emergency calls to provide quick and compassionate medical assistance and care for patients
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
- Set up and operated master streams and aerial ladder pipes.
- Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on monthly basis.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
Fire Academy Instructor
Salem County Fire Academy
Pilesgrove, NJ
01.2011 - 11.2013
- Collaborated with staff from career planning center, career readiness and development and education enhancement center to provide support to past, present and future students.
- Updated skills and training to maintain up-to-date knowledge of courses and teach variety of classes.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs which lead to 40% increase in student success rate.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Deputy Radiological Officer
Salem County Emergency Services
Pilesgrove, NJ
01.2011 - 07.2012
- Coordinated and worked closely with emergency services, local nuclear power plant, State of NJ and State of Delaware to ensure public safety during radiological incidents.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment for more than 400 responders and facility leaders.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Chief Engineer
Carneys Point Volunteer Fire And Rescue Company
Carneys Point, NJ
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance.
- Optimized performance of facility machinery through calibration and repairs.
- Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.
- Determined necessary steps to bring systems into compliance.
- Completed annual capital budgeting, invoice review and approval, and weekly work schedules.
- Reduced company expenditures and loss by 40% by implementing proactive maintenance procedures
- Used Excel to prepare weekly reports regarding technical status of facilities
Team Member
Delaware National Guard
Smyrna, DE
09.2009 - 07.2011
- 31st Civil Support Team
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Maintained order accuracy and customer satisfaction by double-checking packing labels while packaging products.
- Pursued learning opportunities to advance knowledge and take on leadership position.
- Took on additional job duties during unexpected backlog, resulting in meeting project target date.
- Participated in cross-functional team-building activities.
- Coordinated work of project dedicated to raise awareness of need, applying strong project and team leadership to enhance success.
- Conducted frequent equipment inspections and basic repair actions to keep machinery operating at peak levels.
Air Crash Rescue Technician
Delaware Air National Guard
New Castle, DE
04.2003 - 01.2011
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay 100% ready for every type of fire.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Led team of 3-4 personnel per team fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
Inspector
Simplex Grinnell
New Castle, DE
07.2006 - 02.2008
- Improved quality assurance procedures to minimize errors 25% and increase effectiveness of inspections 30%.
- Inspected and examined materials and finished parts and products for defects and wear to verify conformance with blueprints, diagrams and template specifications.
- Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
- Upheld codes and regulations governing materials, processes, and procedures.
Engineer
Woolwich Fire & Rescue
Swedesboro, NJ
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Conducted research to test and analyze feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components and systems which to 15% increase in efficiency and decrease downtime by 40%.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports.
- Prepared cost estimates, schedules and project specifications for proposals worth upwards of $450K.
- Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components, providing input on potential technical improvements.
- Performed quality control procedures on equipment and materials.
Lieutenant
Woolwich Fire & Rescue
01.2008
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Liaised with local, state and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Justice Administration
DeVry University
OnlineAssociate of Science - Fire Science and Emergency Management
Community College of The Air Force
Maxwell AFB, ALSkills
- Employee Coaching and Motivation
- Job Assignments
- Performance Motivation
- Motivating Performers
- Administration and Reporting
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Priority Management
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Technical Proficiency
- Fiscal Management
- Supervising Employees
- Corporate Communications
Accomplishments
- Wrote and graded several Large Scale Readiness Exercises (LSRE) for the Wing in preparation for a final exercise graded by Air Motility Command (AMC) that tested our evaluation team on identifying areas of improvement for Wing personnel and overall deployment readiness
- Identified a $900,000.00 shortfall in the shops inventory overseen by Logistics Readiness Squadron and spearheaded the rapid resolution to meet 100% inventory compliance.
- Program Manager and course creator for the National Guard Bureau’s Silver Flag Certification course for ANG Emergency Mangers; trained 170+ personnel achieved critical accreditation while saving $522k in FY21.
- Recognized by Senior Leaders from the Pentagon for my motivation and analytical skills set while participating in the Chemical and Biological Operational Analysis, 23-28 May 2021 at Ft Story, VA.
Timeline
Installation Emergency Manager
Delaware Air National Guard
12.2019 - Current
Fire Protection Operator
PSEG Nuclear LLC
10.2011 - Current
Fire Academy Instructor
Salem County Fire Academy
01.2011 - 11.2013
Deputy Radiological Officer
Salem County Emergency Services
01.2011 - 07.2012
Chief Engineer
Carneys Point Volunteer Fire And Rescue Company
01.2010 - 01.2012
Team Member
Delaware National Guard
09.2009 - 07.2011
Lieutenant
Woolwich Fire & Rescue
01.2008
Engineer
Woolwich Fire & Rescue
01.2007 - 01.2008
Inspector
Simplex Grinnell
07.2006 - 02.2008
Air Crash Rescue Technician
Delaware Air National Guard
04.2003 - 01.2011
Volunteer Fire Fighter/EMT
Various Fire Departments
01.2001 - 01.2018
Bachelors of Science - Justice Administration
DeVry University
Associate of Science - Fire Science and Emergency Management
Community College of The Air Force
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