Logan Kalfsbeek

Military Aviation Program Manager:

As the Assistant Chief for Military operations my primary job is to ensure CAL FIRE can safely and efficiently activate and mobilize Aviation resources from the National Guard during times of crisis within California. Additionally I maintain my qualifications as AOBD (T) on Team 4, ATGS, ASM, HLCO, and Night HLCO.

Military Operations breakdown:

• Produced reports for the Assistant Deputy Director of Aviation and Fleet.
• Coordinate with the California National Guard (CANG)J3(Operations), State Aviation Office (SAO),J8 (Finance), Air National Guard (ARNG),and the Guard Bureau.
• Participate in State Army Aviation Operations resources capability meetings.
• Organize long term operational planning, conduct annual training, and exercises in coordination with National Guard and Executive Staff to ensure efficient a safe deployments in times of maximum draw down.
• During fire Sieges I coordinate with CAL FIRE Executive, CAL OES, North and South OCCs, on appropriate allocation of Guard resources to fires. This includes coordinating EMAC, Interstate Fire Compact, and Title 10 resources, utilizing the Reciprocal Cooperative agreement as a guiding document.
• Coordinate Agency Aircraft Military Liaisons and Military Helicopter Managers, and Finance Teams to support Military deployments.
• Determine Incident Management Team needs and insert appropriate Guard resources to support large scale incidents.
• Collaborate with the USFS and National Interagency Coordination Center in regards to State and Federal activations of Modular Airborne Firefighting System (MAFFS) to support large fires within Region 5.
• Host meetings with Region Chiefs, Sacramento ECC, North and South Region Operational Control Centers to priorities aviation resources and Guard resource's when the state is experiencing multiple large scale fires.
• Coordinate training to increase deployment efficiency with California National Guard and multiple states to ensure operational readiness.
• Plan out of state travel for Aviation Program Company officers to deliver training to states that cannot make it to annual Air Crew Training within Region 5.
• Manage Exhibit D,E,F, Marine and Navy Agreement
• Updated and changed the training requirements and workflow of Exhibit D,E, and F in cooperation with the National Guard, Air National Guard and Cooperative Fire.
• In 2024 I recommended streamlining Exhibit F and restructuring Part 1, 2, and 3 training requirements to meet modern standards creating the Air Crew Training model.
• Work with the Aviation Management Unit and Helicopter Instructor Pilots to ensure National Guard Pilots meet CAL FIREs standards and training requirements.
• Lead Teams in collaborative efforts to developed Air Rescue Needs Matrix (ARAT) and the development of the Military Aviation Resource Standards (MARS)
• Coordinated with State Wide and Aviation Program training to update Military Helicopter Manager curriculum.
• Developed Modular Airborne Firefighting System (MAFFS) training and task books.
• Coordinate policy change with California National Guard, Tactical Air Operations,Aviation Management Unit, United States Forest Service and Cooperative Fire.
• Oversee The MHEM Cadre, assist in curriculum development.
• Created MHEM recurrence standards
• Implemented MHEM FTO program
• Rewrote and modernized exhibit F to improve information flow, update training standards, and improve efficiency in National Guard Activations.
• Coordinate with CAL FIRE training for logistics and funding for the MHEM course.

Evaluate National Guard Invoices, ensure proper billing, sign and approve.

• Oversee the hiring process for RAs
• Supervise 15 RAs and manage vector solution accounts.
• Demonstrated the need to move two battalion Chief positions within the Aviation Program into Military operations.
• Assisted in creating the Duty Statement for the Military Operations Battalion Chief.
• Supervise Two Battalion Chiefs. Manage schedules, time sheets, training needs, and evaluations.
• Supervise two Battalion Chiefs
• Implemented and created CAL FIRE Aviation Program InTime Scheduling working closely with InTime Solutions.
• Currently manage the CAL FIRE aviation program InTime scheduling.
• Work with RDI in creating a state wide pre attack and hazard map that is electronic and available through ForeFlight in a custom content package.
• Assisted a private contractor in developing a live state wide Pre-attack Map that interacts with ForeFlight to enhance operational efficiency and Safety.
• Act as the Air Operations Duty Chief. As the Air Operations duty Chief I coordinate with with Regions, Incident Command Teams, OCC's, ECCS, Incident Commanders, Operations Chiefs, United States Forest Service, Private Contractors, Unions, Amentum and the Aviation Management Unit.
• As the Duty Chief I represent the Aviation Program Staff Chief, and Sr. Aviation Officer. I assist with tactical movement of agency and contract aircraft. Coordinate the Up Staffing and Down Staffing of aviation resources based off the needs of Unit Operation and Regional Needs. Additionally coordinate the movement of HLCO, Night HLCO, ASM, and training platforms based on Region needs. Assist in mission decision making in regards to risk vs gain and determining effective mitigations when required.

Assistant Safety Officer:

As the Assistant Safety Officer I work directly with the Aviation Safety officer developing the CAL FIRE Safety Management System, ensure safety standards are met within each aviation program and across the state wide fleet, perform root cause analysis, and assist in processing SAFECOMs.

Aviation Safety Officer Job Break Down:

• Perform Root cause analyses to determine appropriate risk mitigations to improve operational safety.
• Sit on Flight standard committees to enure safety standards are met.
• Assist in continued development of CAL FIRE Safety Management Systems, including Policy, Risk Management, Assurance, and Promotion.
• Receive safety related concerns from the Field Maintenance Regions Chiefs, and OCCS.

Aviation Safety Pause:

Shortly after being hired the Aviation Safety officer asked me to do a root cause analysis of nine SAFECOMS. Post analysis it was clear that a trend of FTA violations and Aerial Supervision Mindset needed to be mitigated to prevent a significant Mishap. As a result we collaborated with the Aviation Program Leads, Regions, Units, and Executive Staff to require a state wide Safety Pause with coordinated simultaneous training, provided across the state to all flight crews over two days. We collaborated with th USFS and created a joint interagency bulletin addressing the important to adhering to the FTA policy and provided important fundamental information on how the FTA works and techniques and tools to manage it.

In order to make the training effective I organized teams meetings with Executive, Aviation Program Leads, Air Attack Bases, and cooperating counties, discussing deficiencies, provided training and set up in person meetings to educate aviators on the FTA.

Upon request from the cooperating counties I participated in a short cadre that traveled to all cooperating Local Govt agencies and presented deliverables created from the interagency bulletin.

I created additional PowerPoints and deliverables for on going training, including drafting the EU helicopter training now provided to contractors every year.

Assisted in a state and national campaign warning of the dangers of flying UAS and GA aircraft in or around wildland fires, including presentations, posters, media interviews, and social media campaigns.

Created Aviation safety Bulletin, Airspace congestion bulletin, Night Firefighting bulletins, TriMax bulletin,FTA check list, Night Helicopter Coordinator Operations.

assisted in developing EU training Modules

Participated in three aviation mishap investigation one in collaboration with the NTSB.

Coordinate and plan the Aviation safety Conference. Including coordination with Cooperating counties, helitack, air attack bases, CAL FIRE Aviation Program, guest speakers, and executive staff. Assist with hotel accommodations, plan and coordinate break out groups,

• C-378
• C-374
• RT-378
• Fixed Wing Orientation
• ATBM (former Lead)
• C-300

FTO QUALIFICATIONS:

• ATGS FTO (2021)
• HLCO FTO and Check Airman (2019)

Manage Rohnerville Air Attack Base and Kneeland Helitack Base:

• Communicate closely with Unit Duty Chief, TAO, AMU, and NOPS on aircraft availability, incident activity and potential. Assist with providing 209 Information upon request.
• Provide Media interviews on CAL FIRE Aircraft and capabilities.
• Provide written year end reports and summaries of aviation activities.
• Manage Humboldt Del Norte ISE program.
• Coordinate or provide training to 14 Company officers. Ensuring they are proficient in their positions.
• Coordinate Pilot training with TAO and AMU.
• Created and Conducted a Pilot Hiring Process in coordination with TAO and AMU.
• Ensure Company officers ICS qualifications are maintained and up to date.
• Participated in Night HLCO initial NVG training
• Work with the CAPCOM Coordinator to ensure differed maintenance projects are submitted and completed.
• Work with Tech Services on minor and Major projects, including sealing Rohnerville's Ramp, assisting with a 2.3 million dollar fuel replacement project, and placing a new Helipad at Kneeland.
• Secured an emergency contract for repairs to the Rohnerville fuel system.
• Cadre member RT 378.
• Cadre member CASA.
• Cadre member of Fixed Wing Pilot Orientation.
• Supported EU helicopters and hosted training to increase CWN staff state wide.
• Provided three BHOS courses in 2022.
• Air Attack Group Supervisor Field Training Officer.
• Qualified ASM (2022).
• Humboldt Del Norte UAS program Manager.
• Secured six UAS platforms for Humboldt Del Norte.
• Coordinate with Humboldt Cal Poly on a future partnerships with UAS training.
• Work with Humboldt County Airport Manager on runway maintenance, wildlife abatement, securing leases and landing agreements.
• Work with DGS to secure land for future relocation of Kneeland Helitack Base.
• Review Company officer IDPs, TNAs, and provide written Evaluations of job performance.
• Complete probationary evaluations.
• Ensure IIPP program is up to date, followed, and accurate.
• Ensure Spill Prevention Plan is up to date and followed.
• Ensure Air Base Operating plan is up to date and accurate.
• Coordinated retardant plant improvements with Perimeter Solutions.
• Provide Base Expectations to Amentum Pilots and Mechanics.
• Developed scheduling and coordination of shift staffing levels, changes and activities.
• Performed frequent station inspections.
• Coordinated fire prevention inspections and pre-planned activities of department.
• Reviewed fire reports and E-Pay entries of Company officers to verify accuracy and completeness.
• AOBD (T) IMT 4.

• Act as an IC on all risk emergencies.
• Developed and managed the Amador El Dorado Firefighter Hand Crew program. Including securing two facilities, two crew buses, utilities,equipment, and hand selecting appropriate staff.
• Created and managed the Placerville Fire Center.
• Managed scheduling and budget for the Placerville Fire Center.
• Created Crew SOGS, and expectations.
• Set up a command structure within crews including Fire Captains, Engineers, Squadys, and Sr Firefighters.
• Organized two Crew Preparedness Exercises.
• Managed 5,000 acres in private ranch land in the Divide Vegetation Management Program(VMP).
• Conducted live wildland fire training for CAL FIRE and local Government Departments.
• Utilized the Planning P process to coordinate broadcast burns with multiple agencies.
• Created written Incident Action Plans for Broadcast Burns.
• Qualified RXB3 Burn Boss.
• Submit FC 400s and coordinated with Region when conduction burns.
• Conducted and commanded control burns, mechanical, and manual removal of hazardous fuels on 5,000 acres in the Divide VMP.
• Worked with Ranchers and local cooperators to develop objectives and end states of Vegetation Management Programs on their lands.
• Acted as a Branch Trainee on three Major incidents as part of IMT 6.
• Deployed with IMT 6 as a team lead on the 2020 OES COVID-19 Surge Facility Response.
• As a lead I coordinated with local EOCs,the SOC,OES,the Department of Developmental Services, CHP, CA State Fire Marshall, Army Corps of Engineers, Department of General Services,and County Health Departments in order to set up functional Surge Facilities.
• Successfully set up and managed the Porterville Surge Facility from start to finish.
• Performed 280+hours as a HLCO on multiple major wildland incidents during the 2020 fire season.
• Coordinate with local fire agencies for engine Battalion coverage
• Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
• Coordinated LE5 inspections and issued permits.
• Manage and coordinate prevention activities such as school programs, educational booths, and fire station open houses.
• Acquired a river rescue boat for fire station 50.
• Developed and implemented Amador El Dorados Lookout program. Including refurbishing the Pilot Peak lookout, selecting and training Volunteer Staff.
• Worked with local fire safe and fire wise councils in developing evacuation plans and assisting with developing objectives for a fire safe community
• Participated and led town hall meetings.
• Developed scheduling and coordination of shift staffing levels, changes and activities utilizing In Time Employee Scheduling (ISE)
• HLCO Cadre member.
• C-300 Cadre Member.
• Air Tanker Base Manger Cadre Lead.
• Branch Trainee for IMT 6.
• HLCO FTO

• Supervised the line cut on the Redwood Coast Crew Preparedness Exercise as a Division Group Supervisor.
• Acted as an Incident Commander on all risk emergencies.
• Developed scheduling and coordination of shift staffing levels, changes and activities utilizing the InTime Employee Scheduling program.
• Managed the InTime Employee Scheduling program for Humboldt Unit.
• Monitored and filled over time for the unit.
• Supervised and coordinated tactical methodology used in resolving emergencies and other situations.
• Conducted periodic FAE and FC written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary company officers.
• Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
• Reviewed fire reports and E-pay entries of station officers to verify accuracy and completeness.
• Determined how to deploy personnel during periods requiring special fire department response and assigned activities.
• Maintained and refurbished equipment to improve operational capability.
• Directed implementation of comprehensive training operations, including drills, inspections, tests, and performance evaluations.
• Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
• Coordinated, scheduled, and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.

As a Training Captain I assist the Training Officer (T.O.) in supporting the Humboldt Del Norte Unit (HUU) training needs. Some of the support functions include developing HUU's 2019 Continued Professional Training. This requires determining the needs of the unit by coordinating with Battalion Chiefs and the Executive Staff, evaluating what went well for unit employees during the 2018 fire season, what did not go well, and providing training to address the items that need to be improved in 2019. As a result of that evaluation it was determined that a course in command and control would be beneficial. To accomplish this need I am currently coordinating with the Incident Management Three Cadre. Together we are developing a short command and control lecture and scenario. I have also coordinated with CTC staff to secure the 3-Dimensional sand table, Sacramento staff to facilitate instructors for progressive discipline, and Employee Support Services to provide an ESS presentation and assist in a day long After Action Review (AAR) for all the major fires the unit supported. I also assist in working with students preparing to attend the CTC by making sure they get prerequisites done, assist new employees with time sheets, and making sure they know what will be expected of them during their training.

In addition to my CPT responsibilities, I complete and send 306's to North Region Training and assist with completing 305's and sending employee training files to the appropriate training Battalion when an employee transfers. I also assisted with the 2019 Training Needs Assessment (TNA) for seat allocations in the 2020 training season, and I am currently working with Executive staff, Battalion Chiefs and North Region Training to fill 2019 class seats as they become available. As needed I direct employees to reference the 4000 hand book, specifically 4020, 4039, ICS qualification exhibits, and the 2018 training position development guide to assist them in filling out their TNA.

I am also responsible for managing the unit Emergency Resource directory. I ensure it is updated (currently in progress) and review ERD applications and insure employees meet the requirements to hold an ICS position. As employees turn in task books, I review them and insure the employee has met all requirements before forwarding the completed task book to the T.O. for final approval.

When the HUU facilitates classes, I support the class logistically, act as a proctor during EMS week, and can fill in as an instructor when needed.

In summary, working in the Training Bureau has allowed me to work on mentoring students within the unit, processing paper work, organizing a two-week training event, coordinating with outside agencies via email, phone, and face to face communication, and coordinating with executive staff, Battalion Chiefs, and North Region Training to meet important deadlines.

During the summer of 2018, I initiated my HLCO task book on the Klamathon Fire and was signed off as a qualified HLCO on the Mendocino complex with 82 hours of mission flight time. During that time, I coordinated closely with the Air Operations Branch Director (AOBD), Air Support Group Supervisor (ASGS) and Helibase Manager. I worked closely with and helped the Incident Commander, Operations Section Chief, Planning Section Chief, Division/Group Supervisors, and Branch Directors. I also provided reconnaissance, assisted with firing operations, helitorch operations, airspace coordination, evaluated extreme fire behavior and put in place appropriate strategy and tactics to achieve the incident commander's objectives. As an HLCO, I also assisted in providing training to two CHP pilots on basic fire traffic area coordination, fire terminology, how they fit into the fire traffic area, and what they can do to keep themselves safe.

I have participated in three significant incidents within incidents (IWI) as an HLCO. I coordinated the rescue of two burned over firefighters while working under a smoke column and coordinating helicopters above the smoke column. I engaged in three situations that involved active loss of structures in a community and was able to coordinate helicopters and ground resources for a successful stop of those fires. During the Camp incident, I assisted in extricating 8 trapped civilians, and coordinated complicated airspace, including 22 drones, within the city of Paradise. In 2019 I FTO In 2022 I Became an FTO and in 2021 a Check Airman. In 2022 I participated in the NVG HLCO initial training at MCC.

As a Helicopter Coordinator, I was able to prove my ability to act calmly and logically in high-stress dynamic situations. I have the ability to coordinate with a variety of resources under pressure and have a successful outcome.

As a lead cadre member for Geographical Intermediate Air Operations, my primary responsibilities are: to assist in making power points, develop quizzes, tests and curriculum, coordinate classes within Humboldt Del-Norte, and reach out to local volunteer and professional fire departments to include them in training.

Special Projects- In the fall of 2017, I assisted NEU in putting on a class and in the spring of 2018 hosted it for the Humboldt Del-Norte Unit and local cooperators. Students involved included: Humboldt Bay Chiefs, Arcata Fire Captains and Chiefs, Briceland Fire, Fortuna Fire, The United States Coast Guard Commander for the Arcata Air Base, and two Coast Guard Pilots.

Being a cadre member has allowed me to network with our local cooperators and begin forging relationships with them.

As the Air Tanker Base Cadre Lead, I was responsible for coordinating a national course between CALFIRE and the United States Forest Service. I lead a Cadre of 30 people and put on a week-long class that includes classroom lectures and tours of Northern Operations and Smoke Jumper Base. The class also includes manipulative drills dealing with a live Air Attack Ramp, moving aircraft, mixing retardant, and loading planes with retardant. This includes securing a venue, coordinating with Region Five USFS representatives, Tactical Air Operations (TAO), Aviation Management Unit (AMU), the Air Attack Group Supervisor Cadre Lead, Amentum, CALFIRE Training Center (CTC), Perimeter Solutions and the Redding Air Attack Base.

I am also responsible for Coordinating ATBM curriculum development. In 2018, working closely with TAO, the ATBM curriculum was one of the first aviation curriculums to be approved by the CTC. To support the ATBM curriculum, I have also consulted on the ABOS curriculum development cadre to ensure the training is linear and does not duplicate efforts.

Air Attack Group Supervisor (ATGS )

An ATGS is responsible for providing aerial supervision on wildland fire emergencies. Primary responsibilities include: Supervisping Tankers, Leads, Helicopter Coordinators (HLCOs), Very Large Air Tankers (VLATS), Large Air Tankers (LATS), Modular Airborne Firefighting Systems (MAFFS), and Jump Planes. Providing the controlling ECC a report on conditions and determining the need to augment or decrease wildland dispatches, controlling the fire traffic area, supporting ground resources, assisting with tactical planning, ordering additional aircraft, mapping, reporting on fire conditions, and providing aerial reconnaissance and determining which agency has jurisdiction (SRA,FRA,LRA,DPA). In addition I Establish routes and patterns in and out of the Fire Traffic Area (FTA), coordinate aircraft radio frequencies, incident objectives, and priorities with Tanker and Air Attack pilots.

Secondary responsibilities include: Coordinating with helibases, AOBD and ASGS to determine the proper aircraft to use on fires. Create initial points (IPs) to prevent aircraft from merging into the same airspace, establish Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs), and aircraft no diverts as needed. Create check points, fences, routes and patterns, and hold short areas for helicopters in order to maintain vertical and horizontal separation between helicopters and fixed wing aircraft. Provide information on how much retardant is utilized on a fire and the location the retardant was dropped. Coordinate aircraft use, availability, and planned maintenance with Northern Operations, Aviation Management Units (AMU), and Tactical Air Operations (TAO).

As an ATGS I must coordinate closely with the Incident Commander, Emergency Command Center (ECC), Unit Duty Chief and Northern Operations. I provide them with incident maps, report any changes in fire behavior, establish priorities for aircraft on long-term incidents, determine the need for helibases and their locations, and assist with determining incident priorities, tactics, and strategies to meet those priorities. As needed, I coordinate with other agencies such as: USFS, BLM, BIA, NPS, and local government to determine the best use of aircraft in their jurisdiction during initial attack fires. I have the proven ability to oversee multiple large fires in high-stress environments, adapt to and overcome all obstacles and accomplish incident objectives.

As an Air Tanker Base Manager (ATBM) for Rohnerville Air Attack Base, my primary responsibilities include: supervising engineers and firefighters, prioritizing, scheduling, and assigning employees to work assignments in order to accomplish daily duties and activities in accordance with department safety programs, Injury and Illness Prevention Programs ( IIPP-1, IIPP-2, IIPP-6, facility IIPP binder), and physical fitness policies. Completing daily staffing in CAD WEB, updating the station log as needed. Evaluating weather and smoke conditions to determine if the Air Attack Base is open or needs to be closed. Working closely with the unit duty chief and Region Duty Chief when the need arises to move aircraft strategically. Coordinating with the base Battalion Chief to ensure the base runs safely and efficiently. Buying subsistence, and completing finance paperwork such as STD-65, CALFIRE-93, STD-204, CALFIRE-20, AO-73, CALCARD packets and posting tags, FC-33, ME-101, ME-14, ME-106, CALFIRE-212, IDP and probationary reports for employees. Vehicle maintenance such as 90-day compliances, "A," "B," and "C" services.

Secondary responsibilities include: ordering Jet A fuel and fire retardant as needed and tracking its use on every flight in AIMS. Managing and updating the base spill plan and hazardous material plan. Coordinating with the Humboldt County Airport Manager and providing reports on landing fees and fuel flow fees. Assisting engineers with JAC training and review and submitting their 304 to training.

Special Projects: In 2016-2017, I was responsible for coordinating the creation of a new landing pad and managing a $200,000 budget from North Region for that project. In the summer of 2017 I also managed the construction of an addition to the pilots ready room. I also provided specialized training for Air Base Operations, developed lesson plans, power points and manipulative training for firefighters and engineers. I worked with Amentum Pilots and managers to coordinate Tanker and Air Attack Coverage.

Being an ATBM has given me an opportunity to manage a budget, a large facility with multiple structures, manage base personnel both Cal Fire and Amentum, and assist in creating a 1,3,5 year plan.

As the Unit Administrator of the Intime software Scheduling Program (ISE), my primary responsibilities include: assist the unit in creating schedules, create profiles for employees, transfer employees to other units, assist program managers in posting and filling rotational overtime.
Secondary responsibilities include minor programming within the program such as: create new units, employee activities, coverage filters, filters, attributes, shifts, ranks, among other attributes within the program.
Being the ISE administrator for the unit has allowed me to understand the MOU and how it relates to building an effective schedule that works for the employee and the unit. It has allowed me to problem solve with the union and administrators to create a functional schedule, fill vacancies, and network outside of the unit with other ISE administrators.

Helitack Captain
Primary responsibilities include supervising Firefighter and Fire Apparatus Engineers. Responding to emergency incidents including air rescues, medivacs, search and rescue, and wildland fires. Coordinating with the local community and cooperators to perform presentations on helicopter safety and capabilities. Train seasonal firefighters on proper tool use, chainsaw use, handline construction, firing operations, use of drip torches and firing devices. Create lesson plans, power points and manipulative drills for basic helicopter operations and air rescue operations, making sure that standards and guidelines of the 8300 manual and IHOG were maintained. Ability to utilize lookouts, communications, escape routes, and safety zones (LCES), 10 Standard Firefighting Orders, 18 Situations That Shout "Watch Out," and Common Denominators of Fire Behavior on Tragedy Fires, to keep crews safe and recognize extreme fire behavior. During wildland fire operations, direct fire line construction, determine fire priorities and tactics to be used, coordinated with the Incident Commander or took incident command as needed. Brief mission planning and fire priorities with the pilot. Have the ability to receive FC-106 information and relay that information via FM and AM radios. Able to program TDFM 136 A, 136 B, 138 B, and Wolfsburg radios. Ability to program multiple GPS units. Create schedules for engineers and firefighters, manage vacation, sick leave, holidays and overtime to ensure appropriate staffing levels. Update CAD WEB, the station log, and completed required written reports such as CAIRS, LE 66s, and EFC33s. Assigned projects around the base and verified their completion in a safe, efficient manner utilizing IIPP-1, IIPP-2, IIPP-3, and updating the IIPP binders. Maintained all state-owned utilities including assisting with 90-day compliance, "A," "B," and "C" services. Completed all forms including ME-101, ME-14, ME-106. Along with three other captains, maintained the station budget and stayed within our budget limitations.
Secondary Responsibility: maintain status as certified proficient Crew Chief, coordinated rescues and medical evacuations utilizing C-102 and its hoist. Worked closely with senior Crew Chiefs to ensure all seasonal firefighters were certified and proficient rescuers. Acted as HLCO as needed on I.A. fires. Work closely with the Emergency Command Center to determine the need for a Helibase, making the appropriate logistical request for the Helibase, and identifying the suitable CWN aircraft to order. Act as a liaison during reconnaissance flights with Incident Commanders and Operations Chiefs and helped them develop incident priorities.
Special Projects- Initiated and completed a task book for division group supervisor.

Primary Responsibilities included: Supervised the work of 10-16 adult inmates, ensured their safety, welfare, and accountability of assigned personnel. Trained inmates on basic hand tool operations, care, maintenance, rehandling and safe use of tools. Anticipated, recognized, and mitigated unsafe situations. Accurately managed crews' time by assessing drive time, daily activities, and sponsor needs to be sure grade projects were completed by the end of the day. Coordinated with the job sponsors to guarantee completion of the work to their specifications. Planned, organized and assigned work duties on a daily basis. Inspected vehicle(s) per department policy on Emergency Crew Transport (ECT) fire apparatus and utilities. Completed the appropriate forms as needed: ME-101, ME-14, ME-106, and daily drivers log. Performed routine maintenance of ECT's and utilities, maintaining 90-day compliance, "A," "B," and "C" services. Completed daily staffing in CADWEB and updated the station log as needed. Operated emergency equipment (utility vehicles fire apparatus, ECTs) through adverse conditions: rough mountainous terrain, heavy traffic, long drives, and poor visibility. As needed, provided progressive discipline to inmates using the CDC-115, CDC-128. Initiated and completed all paperwork such as: STD-204, CALFIRE-20, STD-255C, CALFIRE-93, AO-341, FC-315, CALFIRE-101, ICS-214, FC-33, and CAL CARD packets.
Secondary Responsibilities: while on fire assignments ensured line production rates were maintained. Split crews to produce a small fast line or could run multiple saw teams for 24-hour shifts. Kept crew morale positive on strike team assignments and removed all inmate firefighters who could not perform. Established good working relationships with the other fire captains on the strike team and the CDCR officers.
As a strike team leader trainee, managed the strike team's daily schedule, ensuring that we made meetings, grade projects, and fire line projects on time. Verified that we produced high-quality work. Coordinated via mobile radios with divisions and Operation Chiefs to meet their objectives.
Special Projects included: maintaining and ordering all EMS supplies for inmates and CAL FIRE personnel. Created a new SDS program and included master binders in the camp office and updated them as needed. Performed camp orientation and expectations review for all new inmates who entered the camp and assisted the lieutenant with inmate crew placement based on intake interviews.

Primary Responsibilities of a Paramedic Field Training Officer (FTO) include training and supervising paramedic students under high stress medical, rescue, and fire emergencies, supervising the paramedic students while they were treating, extricating, and transporting critically ill or injured patients. Mentor students on emergency medicine report writing, emergency scene management, and communication with cooperators. Ensuring all treatment rendered by students was appropriate and intervened when necessary.
In my four years as an FTO, I completed three internships. A fourth student was unsuccessful in the internship and was released from the program. In addition, I accredited seven newly hired paramedics in El Dorado County including paramedics that worked for other local government departments.

CALFIRE Captain A
Primary Responsibilities: supervised both Firefighters and Engineers, managed a fire station and its budget, provided training to department personnel and local cooperators, responded to and took command of medical, fire, and HazMat emergencies. Developed working relationships with local fire districts and volunteer departments. Participated in unified command when required. Conducted fire investigations and prepared reports presenting the conclusions of those investigations. Drove and operated fire apparatus according to department policy, federal and state regulations. Drove and safely operated emergency equipment through adverse conditions (rough/mountainous terrain, heavy traffic, long drives, and poor visibility). Responded to alarms as a company officer of a fire engine company in order to suppress fires and carry out emergency operations. Around the station, prioritized, scheduled and assigned employees to work assignments in order to accomplish daily duties and activities. Performed as a station manager to ensure work was completed by assigned personnel and was done in a safe, efficient manner during routine and emergency activities in accordance with the department safety programs, Injury, and Illness Prevention Program. Made sure proper work safety forms were filled out including IIPP-1, IIPP-2, IIPP-3, IIPP-6, IIPP-7, and IIPP 11s for physical fitness. Provided training and development to firefighters and other personnel on firefighting, medical assistance, and other rescue activities. Prepared pre-plans, hydrant location maps, local response area street maps, and defensible space maps. Conducted LE 100 inspections, provided education to homeowners on defensible space and SRA fees. Read and interpreted road maps, street signs, reference manuals, training manuals, policies, procedures, and reports. Conducted classroom and field training, including the preparation of lesson plans and the evaluation of student performance. Prepared performance evaluations (CAL FIRE-212) and provided guidance and counseling to personnel to help improve in their daily activities and mentor them in their careers. Implemented progressive discipline techniques with subordinates as needed. Prepared clear concise reports, completed forms and logs related to incidents such as CAIRS, medical reports, and LE 66. Commanded structural fire incidents as IC and in unified command. Able to recognize and analyze the characteristics of smoke (volume, velocity, density, and color), changing fire behavior and adjust strategy and tactics accordingly. Executed and supervised others while performing ventilation (horizontal, vertical, and positive pressure) operations to mitigate life hazards, increase visibility and support firefighting activities. Utilized the incident command system and the forms associated with it such as the ICS-214 and ICS 201. Conducted preliminary fire investigations (interview witnesses, analyze evidence, and find the area of origin using micro and macro burn indicators) to determine origin and cause of incidents. Operated fire equipment and assisted in the suppression of fires to protect the public, property, and the safety of crews. Ordered and or canceled aircraft to assist in suppressing fires. Ability to render or supervise medical care of sick and injured patients as a Paramedic.

Primary Responsibilities: participated as a cadre member for the Firefighter Rehire Academy, and Firefighter Safety and Survival cadre. Developed a structured physical fitness program and lead it every day. Acted as a mentor and leader for newly hired firefighters. Assisted in instruction, skills testing, progressive discipline, class scheduling and logistics for both classes.

Special Projects: Assisted the cadre lead with developing a Firefighter Safety and Survival course for AEU. Assisted with 5 successful classes that included Cal Fire, El Dorado County Basic Fire Acedemy, and several other local Government departments.

Paramedic Engineer

Primary Responsibilities: Operated Type I and Type II engine and staffed a county funded ambulance. Responded to fire and medical emergencies, and acted as the officer in command in the absence of a Fire Captain. Command and supervised firefighting personnel and equipment on residential and commercial structure fires, vehicle accidents, PSAs, wildland fires, and medical aids. Developed working relationships with local government agencies. Participated in developing and managing the firefighter resident program. As a Paramedic, coordinated Cameron Park's CQI (Continuous Quality Improvement) program and acted as an FTO (field training officer) for paramedic interns.

On a daily basis I supervised resident firefighters. Provided training to department personnel and local cooperators, conducted fire investigations and prepared reports presenting the conclusions of those investigations. Performed preventative maintenance per the 6804 and 6805 manuals and minor repairs on mobile equipment. Drove and operated fire apparatus according to department policy, federal and state regulations. Drove and safely operated emergency equipment through adverse,mountainous condtions.

Around the station, prioritized, scheduled and assigned resident firefighters work assignments in order to accomplish daily duties and activities. Provided training to firefighters and other personnel on firefighting, medical assistance and other rescue activities. Conducted LE 100 inspections, provided education to home owners on defensible space and SRA Fees. Conducted classroom and field training, including the preparation of lesson plans, and the evaluation of student performance. Prepared performance evaluations (CAL FIRE-212) and provided guidance and counseling to resident firefighters to help them improve in their daily performance and mentored them in their careers. Implemented progressive discipline techniques with subordinates as needed. Ordered and kept track of ALS (advanced life support) supplies as needed. Prepared concise reports, completed forms and logs related to incidents such as CAIRS, medical reports, and LE 66s. Maintained all training and physical fitness logs, IIPP-6s and IIPP-11s. Made sure equipment maintenance (6805s, ME 106s) and station maintenance (monthly logs for air compressor, fire extinguishers, heating/cooling equipment and smoke detectors) were up to date. Deployed and supervised others deploying hose lines, utilizing appliances and/or fire extinguishers to suppress and extinguish fires. Performed and supervised others performing ladder carries, maneuvering, raises, and lowering various types of ladders (straight, extension) according to department standards. Performed and supervised others while conducting ventilation (horizontal, vertical, and positive pressure) operations to mitigate life hazards, increase visibility and support firefighting activities. Utilized the incident command system and the forms associated with it such as the ICS 201 and 214. Conducted preliminary fire investigations (interview witnesses, analyze evidence, and find the area of origin using micro and macro burn indicators) to determine origin and cause of incidents. Operated fire equipment and assisted in the suppression of fires to protect the public, property, and the safety of the crew. Strong understanding of wildland fire behavior and and how it relates to weather, fuel and topography. Performed and supervised low angle rescues in order to bring lost or injured persons to safety. Performed and supervised the use of extrication equipment (hydraulic spreading tools, pneumatic cutting tools, hydraulic cutting devices, saws all, air bags, stabilization devices, axes, hooligan, come alongs, and high lift jacks) to rescue pinned and trapped patients. Excellent knowledge of hazardous material operations (isolate and deny entry, dam, and or divert flow) to identify and recognize appropriate response. Ability to render or supervise medical care of sick and injured patients as a Paramedic. On a regular basis worked with multiple Local Government agencies on fire and medical emergencies. Able to develop positive relationships with outside agencies and assist in developing priorities and objectives for incidents requiring unified command.
Special Projects: In support of the Cameron Park community, hosted and was the incident commander of the Cameron Park Crab Feed, a major fundraising event for the Cameron Park Fire Department. For that fundraiser my duties included providing a crab dinner for 150 people, organizing wait staff, bar staff, bands, and MC. I secured over 200 raffle prizes for the event, an alcohol distribution permit, created and distributed event tickets. I was also able to manage a limited budget dedicated to the event. During the event I created a command structure to ensure it ran smoothly.

Primary Responsibilities as a Firefighter II Paramedic on a traditionally staffed Type I engine: Coordinated EMS training between multiple stations and responded to all risk emergencies. Responsible for creating patient care reports and coordinating patient care with local ambulance companies and emergency room doctors. Conducted daily, weekly, and monthly equipment inspections of assigned apparatus. Performed preventative maintenance on all small motorized equipment, saws, hand tools, extrication tools, and SCBAs (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus). Capable of following oral and written instructions, responded quickly to oral and visual commands in high-stress emergency situations. Exercised good judgment in hazardous fire suppression activity. Engaged in heavy physical work while using safe physical methods. Accepted and benefited from training in fire suppression and work techniques, and constantly strived for improvement. Effectively deployed hose lines (1 1/2," 1 3/4," 2 1/2 ") appliances, and/or fire extinguishers to suppress and extinguish fires. Used forward and reverse lays, bedded hose on fire apparatus in flat load, minuteman, and triple fold hose loads. Properly used various hose appliances including Siamese, wyes, double male and female adapters, increasers and reducers, adjustable and automatic nozzle tips. Used forcible entry tools to gain entry into structures and vehicles. Selected and deployed proper hose lines based on fire activity and or emergency needs. Performed extractions of pinned and injured patients using hydraulic spreaders and cutters. Acted as the lead paramedic on multi-casualty incidents and coordinated with the incident commander and hospitals for resource needs, patient triage, patient care, patient treatment, and transportation. Set rigging for low angle rescues, stabilized vehicles and assisted with traffic control. Developed professional working relationships with fellow co-workers and supervisors. When a supervisor was absent, acted as a leader and provided guidance to co-workers.

Primary Responsibilities: responded to all risk emergencies, maintained fire apparatus and equipment, cleaned and maintained the fire station. In addition, able to respond quickly to verbal or visual commands. Communicated with supervisors via two-way radios. Constructed hand line with hand tools (Pulaskis, McLeods, Shovels, Rhinos, and Chainsaws). Acted as a mentor to new firefighters and maintained a positive attitude and healthy working relationship with supervisors and co-workers during long shifts and strenuous work.

Secondary Responsibilities: As a helitack Firefighter, acted as a short haul rescuer, performed medivacs, acted as a helispot manager, was a CWN liaison, and assisted with helicopter maintenance.

Primary Responsibilities: responded to all risk incidents and provided emergency care, supervised an EMT partner, cleaned and maintained the ambulance base, and provided training to EMT students.

Secondary Responsibilities: completing patient care reports, narcotic use forms, and coordinating patient care with hospital staff. Public interaction, made critical decisions on proper treatment and drug administration for multiple medical emergencies. Coordinated Mass Causality Incidents and coordinated medivacs.

Primary Responsibilities included: responding on a fire engine as a volunteer firefighter to fires, medical aides, and traffic collision emergencies. Conducted several interior fire attacks as part of a hose team, participated as a Rescue Intervention Team, and ventilation team on structure fires. I operated hydraulic tools on vehicle accidents to extricate trapped victims. I participated in several low angle rescues off of beach cliffs near Trinidad and various locations along highway 101.

I quickly promoted to a volunteer engineer and assumed responsibilities for the one hundred foot aerial platform truck. As an engineer I was tested regularly on proper set up of the truck and provided training for new driver operators interested in operating the truck. Additionally I operated a heavy rescue and multiple engines.

Soon after promoting to engineer I applied and was successful in becoming a volunteer Captain. As a volunteer captain I responded to fire, medical, and traffic emergencies as a company officer. I would take command of structure fires, wildland fires, traffic collisions, rescues, and public service assists. I worked closely with paid staff and supported them by covering the district in a utility. I also assisted in training of new volunteers.

Special projects included: Assisting with public events, such as the Arcata Valentines Dance and other similar dinners. In 2003 I chaired and was responsible for the valentines dance a large public event with live entertainment. I also chaired the new firefighters orientation dinner, and a formal dinner for all members of the department and their families.