KYLE HOLDEN
Menomonie
Summary
Dedicated Firefighter/Critical Care Paramedic with eight years of public safety experience seeking promotion to Lieutenant/Critical Care Paramedic within the Menomonie Fire Department. Demonstrated success in emergency medical response, fire suppression, and training support, while driving operational improvements through the implementation of critical systems and active participation in departmental initiatives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter / Critical Care Paramedic
Menomonie Fire Department
Menomonie
11.2021 - Current
- Respond as a member of the primary paramedic crew on emergency medical incidents, providing advanced and critical care interventions.
- Perform firefighting, rescue, and emergency response duties during structure fires, vehicle accidents, technical rescues, and hazardous materials incidents.
- Operate and maintain fire apparatus and emergency response vehicles in accordance with department standards.
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and operational support to newer firefighter/paramedics, often serving in a field training role.
- Participate in department training initiatives and promote operational readiness and professional development.
- Assisted with implementation of the Zuercher CAD system, helping facilitate operational transition and department adoption.
- Served on the department UTV purchasing committee, contributing to equipment evaluation and procurement decisions.
- Serve as a Rescue Task Force member, participating in multidisciplinary active threat response planning and operations.
- Assist with Stop the Bleed and Rescue Task Force training for local law enforcement agencies during joint training exercises.
Police Officer
Village of Colfax Police Department
Colfax
10.2020 - Current
- Maintained law enforcement certification and performed police officer duties while actively assigned.
Reserve Deputy Sheriff
Dunn County Sheriff's Office
04.2020 - Current
- Assist with public safety operations, community events, and routine patrol alongside full-time deputies.
First Responder
Dunn County First Responders
08.2019 - Current
- Provide emergency medical response and patient care in support of county emergency services.
Paid-On-Call Firefighter and Fire Inspector
Boyceville Community Fire District
Boyceville
11.2017 - Current
- Respond to fire, rescue, and emergency incidents within the district.
- Serve as fire inspector and manage inspection-related responsibilities.
Emergency Medical Technician
Boyceville Community Ambulance District
Boyceville
08.2019 - 09.2025
- Provided prehospital care to patients in emergency situations as an Advanced EMT.
Education
Paramedic Technical Degree -
Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC)
12-2021
Wisconsin Law Enforcement Academy Graduate -
Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC)
10-2020
Associate Degree - Criminal Justice
Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC)
05-2020
High School Diploma -
05-2018
Certification
- Fire & Emergency Services Instructor, Spring 2024
- Fire Officer I, Spring 2024
- Critical Care Paramedic Endorsement, Spring 2023
- Hazardous Materials Technician, Spring 2022
- National Registry Paramedic (NREMT-P), December 2021
- Firefighter II, Fall 2020
- EMT-Basic, Summer 2019
- Entry-Level Driver Operator I & II, Spring 2019
- Firefighter I, Fall 2018
- Hazardous Materials Operations, Fall 2018
Timeline
Firefighter / Critical Care Paramedic
Menomonie Fire Department
11.2021 - Current
Police Officer
Village of Colfax Police Department
10.2020 - Current
Reserve Deputy Sheriff
Dunn County Sheriff's Office
04.2020 - Current
First Responder
Dunn County First Responders
08.2019 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Boyceville Community Ambulance District
08.2019 - 09.2025
Paid-On-Call Firefighter and Fire Inspector
Boyceville Community Fire District
11.2017 - Current
Paramedic Technical Degree -
Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC)
Wisconsin Law Enforcement Academy Graduate -
Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC)
Associate Degree - Criminal Justice
Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC)