Kevin R. Echols
Richmond Heights
Summary
Professionally and productively work to keep the public and my co-workers safe during times of emergency and uncertainty.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
owner/operator
Emer-Tech Emergency Management Consulting
07.2019 - Current
- Developed mitigation and preparedness strategies to enhance operational safety.
- Conducted risk assessments and analyses to identify potential hazards.
- Created site surveys to optimize safe operational practices.
- Conducted staff training sessions on safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Safety Services Manager
Heights Libraries
06.2012 - Current
- Coordinated communication between local public safety forces in Cleveland Heights and University Heights to streamline emergency response efforts.
- Developed comprehensive mitigation and preparedness strategies to address potential emergencies and enhance community resilience.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments and analyses to identify vulnerabilities and inform safety protocols.
- Oversaw the implementation and operation of a state-of-the-art security and access control system to safeguard facilities.
- Leader in staff training in areas of safety, security and emergency response and preparation.
- Responsible for creating, reviewing & revising emergency plans and safety documents.
- Interviewed, hired, evaluated, and trained security staff.
- Utilized CMI budgeting software to manage a $250,000 budget.
- Provided insights and recommendations for operational improvements during annual strategic planning process to enhance safety services.
Education
DOCTORATE OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION -
Capella University
Minneapolis, Minnesota01-2020
Masters - Homeland Security & Emergency Management
Purdue University Global
Indianapolis, Indiana04-2019
BACHELORS - FIRE SCIENCE AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
KAPLAN UNIVERSITY
Indianapolis, Indiana10-2017
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Disaster response
- Emergency planning
- Hazard mitigation
- Incident command
- Risk assessment
- Training
- Public speaking
Leadership Experience
- Past President Vanguards of Cleveland.
- Member: International Association of Emergency Managers.
- Member: The Society for Collegiate Leadership & Achievement.
- Member IAFF & IABPFF.
- Business Owner.
- Member of the Library’s Anti-racism Task Force.
Accomplishments
2021 Member of The National Society of Leadership and Success
Certification
22 Separate Certificates from FEMA's Emergency Management Institute
Timeline
owner/operator
Emer-Tech Emergency Management Consulting
07.2019 - Current
Safety Services Manager
Heights Libraries
06.2012 - Current
DOCTORATE OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION -
Capella University
Masters - Homeland Security & Emergency Management
Purdue University Global
BACHELORS - FIRE SCIENCE AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
KAPLAN UNIVERSITY