Kristian Short
Hanover,PA
Summary
Seasoned Fire Lieutenant with solid background in fire services management, emergency response coordination, and team leadership. Strengths lie in strategic planning, communication, and problem-solving coupled with physical agility and resilience. Excel at communication, decision-making, and problem-solving to deliver effective outcomes under pressure.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Lieutenant
Baltimore City Fire Department
Baltimore, MD
07.2023 - Current
- Implemented and monitored compliance with standards for conduct, behavior, and dress code requirements.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Conducted daily inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
- Supervised the maintenance of firefighting apparatus, equipment, and supplies.
- Ensured that all personnel adhered to established standards for conduct, behavior, and dress code requirements.
- Managed staff schedules for shifts and events to minimize overtime costs.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
Instructor
Task Force 1
Vandling, PA
01.2012 - Current
- Developed guides and course materials to reinforce lecture information and help students learn.
- Encouraged students' critical thinking skills by facilitating classroom discussions.
- Coordinated and facilitated training, encouraging group participation and ownership.
- Kept up-to-date with advancements in subject area knowledge by attending conferences or workshops.
- Collaborated with other instructors on curriculum development projects and interdisciplinary initiatives.
- Performed assessments focused on long and short-term student needs to develop individualized education program.
- Evaluated performance of students and made provisions to meet learning needs.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
- Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
- Employed variety of teaching styles to respond to needs of diverse learners.
- Developed curriculum to support distance education and hybrid courses.
Firefighter/EVD
Baltimore City Fire Department
Baltimore , Maryland
01.2011 - 07.2023
- Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Located victims trapped by fires, extricated and rendered first aid.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Working On Associate's
UMGC
MarylandSome College (No Degree) - Continuing Education For Fire Department
MFRI
Maryland Skills
- First response services
- Emergency medical treatment
- Records management
- Incident command
- Administration and management
- Life and property protection
- Incident safety
- Firefighter safety
- Building inspections
- Personnel management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
Baltimore City Fire Department
07.2023 - Current
Instructor
Task Force 1
01.2012 - Current
Firefighter/EVD
Baltimore City Fire Department
01.2011 - 07.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Working On Associate's
UMGC
Some College (No Degree) - Continuing Education For Fire Department
MFRI