Lewis Kelley
Deer Trail,CO
Summary
Versatile Fire Lieutenant after completing a twenty-seven-year career with the Denver Fire Department. Worked in multiple divisions within the department; Suppression, Fire Prevention/Inspections, Tech Services/Facilities, Recruiting, and Airport Operations. Wide exposure to different aspects of the Fire service, coupled with a military background helped develop an adaptable skill set. Five years assigned to the Department's recruiting unit particularly enhanced facility as a public speaker. Being a published author of five novels has further expanded communication skills, both written and spoken, as well as, allowed greater exposure to education, and diverse environments and people.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Lieutenant
Denver Fire Department
03.1992 - 07.2019
- Inspected numerous buildings to determine fire risk and advise owners on prevention methods.
- Prepared hundreds of reports of fires, equipment, and personnel.
- Increased firefighter safety by enforcing strict adherence to department policies and procedures during emergency operations.
- Collaborated with multiple other fire departments for mutual aid support during major incidents, augmenting available resources as needed to ensure public safety objectives were met efficiently.
- Managed department-wide budget allocations for station resources, optimizing cost efficiency without sacrificing essential services.
- Mentored numerous new firefighters, fostering positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Promoted diversity within department by advocating inclusive hiring practices and fostering environment of mutual respect among personnel.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Responded to thousands of emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
Unit Level Communications Maintainer
United States Army
01.1986 - 01.1990
- Contributed to successful military exercises through effective coordination and task delegation among team members.
- Mentored several junior soldiers in career progression strategies, enhancing their professional growth opportunities within military structure.
- Developed strong leadership skills by supervising subordinates in daily tasks and long-term objectives.
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Improved overall team efficiency through regular maintenance and organization of equipment and resources.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Maintained high levels of safety by strictly adhering to established protocols when working on electrical systems and components.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - English Language And Literature
Metropolitan State College
Denver, COSome College (No Degree) - Communications
University of Southern Colorado
Pueblo, COSkills
- Fire prevention
- Firefighter Safety
- Technical Rescue
- Incident Command
- Emergency medical treatment
- Building inspections
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Fire suppression
- Public Education
- Facility and equipment maintenance
- Emergency Response
- Personnel Management
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with a team of several in the development of effective methods of better recruiting practices for the Denver Fire Department.
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
Denver Fire Department
03.1992 - 07.2019
Unit Level Communications Maintainer
United States Army
01.1986 - 01.1990
Some College (No Degree) - English Language And Literature
Metropolitan State College
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
University of Southern Colorado
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