Larry Roark
Taylorsville,KY
Summary
Highly skilled in managing and improving programs covering building safety, code reviews and fire prevention. Proficient in successful approaches for overseeing fire department operations while providing expert emergency response and first aid, analyzing structure fires and testifying in court proceedings. Detail-oriented, analytical and methodical in approach.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Protection Specialist
Department Of Military Affairs
05.2010 - Current
- Enhanced fire safety by conducting comprehensive inspections and identifying potential hazards in various facilities.
- Reduced risks of fire incidents through regular maintenance and testing of fire protection equipment such as alarms, sprinklers, and extinguishers.
- Improved emergency response times by developing and implementing efficient firefighting strategies and tactics.
- Enhanced team performance through consistent training, evaluations, and feedback on fire ground operations.
- Conducted training sessions on fire safety practices for employees at multiple companies, increasing overall awareness and preparedness.
Assistant Chief of Prevention
United States Air Force National Guard
08.2008 - Current
- Improved department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new software tools.
- Oversee a diverse team of professionals, fostering an inclusive work environment and promoting professional development.
- Established performance metrics that allowed for continuous improvement within the department, driving increased efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, resulting in faster onboarding and increased productivity.
- Successfully led change management initiatives, effectively managing resistance and ensuring smooth transitions in operations.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL10.2014
Skills
- Firefighting tactics
- Incident command system
- Fire risk assessment
- Life safety analysis
Accomplishments
Air Force Comm MDL
Certification
Airport Firefighter
1358105
DD1358105
26-Ma -2009
Driver/Operator ARFF
1514628
DD1514628
05-Jan-2011
Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply
1514629
DD1514629
05-Jan-2011
Driver/Operator Pumper
1393923
DD1393923
13-May -2010
Department Health and Safety Officer
NFPA 1521 2015 Edition
2181768
DD2181768
02-Jul-2018
Department Incident Safety Officer
NFPA 1521 2015 Edition
2159749
DD2159749
28-Sep-2017
Fire Inspector I
1524025
DD1524025
09-Mar -2011
Inspector Il
1849317
DD1849317
30-Jun-2014
Instructor I
1518625
DD1518625
24-Mar-2011
Fire Instructor Il
2020518
DD2020518
26-Oct-2016
Officer I
1523716
DD1523716
02-May-2011
Officer Il
1524423
DD1524423
13-May-2011
Firefighter I and Il
1358104
DD1358104
26-May-2009
Hazardous Materials Technician
1506215
DD1506215
28-Sept-2010
HazMat Awareness and Operations
1358103
DD1358103
26-May-2009
Public Telecommunicator 1/11
1550869
DD1550869
01-Nov-2011
02
Rescue Technician
Rescue Technician - Confined Space
1747774
1746704
DD1746704
-Apr-2013
03-Dec-2012
Rescue Technician - Confined Space Rescue
1747774
DD1747774
02-Apr-2013
Rescue Technician - Rope Rescue 1/11
1747774
DD1747774
02-Apr-2013
Rescue Technician - Structural Collapse
1747774
DD1747774
02-Jun-2014
Rescue Technician - Trench Rescue 1/11
1747774
DD1747774
02-Jun-2014
Award
02-Sep-2016
Fire Officer Ill
Alabama Fire Colle e and
Personnel
2458238
Hazardous Materials Incident Commander
Alabama Fire College and
Personnel
2174774
181329
15-May-2015
Incident Command System 300
Federal Emergency Management
23-Apr-2012
Incident Command System 400
Federal Emergency Management
27-Apr-2012
Timeline
Fire Protection Specialist
Department Of Military Affairs
05.2010 - Current
Assistant Chief of Prevention
United States Air Force National Guard
08.2008 - Current
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Community College of The Air Force