Justin Boddy
North Pole,USA
Summary
Professional in fire service leadership with strong focus on operational efficiency and team collaboration. Proven ability to manage emergency situations, develop strategic plans, and enhance safety protocols. Reliable and adaptable, skilled in crisis management, training, and interdepartmental coordination. Known for clear communication, problem-solving, and delivering results under pressure.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisory Firefighter (Battalion Chief)
Fort Wainwright Fire and Emergency Services
Fort Wainwright, AK
12.2007 - Current
- Assists in directing operations for up to 19 firefighters per shift across three fire stations. Supports the Assistant Chief of Operations in firefighting, crash rescue, emergency medical, and technical rescue response and training activities. Aided in managing hazardous material incidents and implementing fire prevention strategies.
- Oversees emergency response operations as initial on-scene commander, coordinating fire crew activities and equipment deployment to enhance response effectiveness.
- Trains fire crew personnel in firefighting techniques for various fire types, including aircraft, structural, petroleum, ammunition, chemical, and hazardous materials.
- Conducts regular tours of the post during duty periods to assess high hazard areas and public assembly locations.
- Organizes work schedules for personnel assigned to shifts, ensuring equitable distribution of tasks among crews.
Battalion Chief
North Star Volunteer Fire Department
02.2006 - 08.2016
- I served as a Battalion Chief for a combination department that covers over 100 square miles and serves over 21,000 people. I supervised all emergency activities on my assigned duty shift, ensuring operations were done safely and as efficiently as possible. I supervised all phases of non-emergency activities through delegation of authority. I evaluated and participated in department operations, training, and emergency education programs.
- I maintained supervisory oversight of approximately 40 department personnel that included company officers, engineers and firefighters. I evaluated, coached, praised, and disciplined subordinate department members. I implemented administrative directives through assigned department channels.
- I managed, supervised and participated in department programs as assigned by the Deputy Fire Chief. I also set operational direction for department members and provided needed communication flow within the organization. I drove and operated emergency response vehicles, as needed, to respond to emergencies.
- Volunteer Position
- Supervisor: David Daniell, Deputy Fire Chief, (907) 488-3400
Education
Associate Degree - Municipal Fire Control
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK01-2004
Skills
- Fire Officer III
- Fire Inspector II
- Fire Instructor II
- HAZMAT Incident Commander
- Airport Firefighter
- State of Alaska EMT
- ICS 100, 200, 230, 300, 400, 700, 701, 800
- Action Officer Development
- Supervisor 101
- Supervisor Development Course
Timeline
Supervisory Firefighter (Battalion Chief)
Fort Wainwright Fire and Emergency Services
12.2007 - Current
Battalion Chief
North Star Volunteer Fire Department
02.2006 - 08.2016
Associate Degree - Municipal Fire Control
University of Alaska Fairbanks