Mark Williams
Newton Grove,NC
Summary
Dynamic Fire Battalion Chief with a proven track record in emergency response and team coordination. Adept at developing strategic emergency plans and enhancing safety protocols, ensuring operational excellence during critical incidents.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Battalion Chief
City of Fayetteville
Fayetteville, North Carolina
03.2025 - Current
- Supervised personnel and coordinated training sessions to enhance team performance and readiness.
- Established collaborative teams of first responders equipped to tackle various fire and emergency situations.
- Managed emergency response operations during critical incidents.
- Formulated plans for firefighting operations in response to emergency incidents and other related situations.
- Coordinated emergency response and disaster planning for firefighters.
- Facilitated communication between command staff and firefighting teams on-site.
- Enhanced information sharing among team members to improve response times and operational effectiveness.
Fire Captain
City of Fayetteville
Fayetteville, North Carolina
10.2012 - 03.2025
- Led fire suppression operations during emergency incidents and training exercises.
- Managed station resources and ensured equipment readiness for firefighting activities.
- Supervised and trained firefighters on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Coordinated community outreach programs to promote fire safety education.
- Developed and implemented emergency response plans for various scenarios.
- Responded to emergency calls and managed the on-site operations of medical, hazardous materials, and rescue incidents.
- Ensured that firefighter safety protocols were followed on all emergency scenes.
- Provided leadership and guidance to assigned crew members during drills, exercises, and real-world operations.
Fire Chief
Vann Crossroads Fire Department
Newton Grove, North Carolina
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Fostered relationships with community leaders to promote fire safety awareness.
- Communicated effectively with diverse stakeholders to enhance public safety initiatives and emergency response coordination.
- Directed emergency response operations for diverse incidents in the community.
- Managed staffing, recruitment, interviewing and selection of potential team members in alignment with station needs.
- Provided leadership and direction to department personnel in the development and implementation of fire prevention, suppression, hazardous materials, emergency medical services, technical rescue and public education programs.
- Oversaw training and development of firefighting personnel and volunteers.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Analyzed incident data from previous years in order to identify areas needing improvement.
- Developed and administered department budget including capital projects.
- Investigated complaints received from citizens relating to Fire Department operations.
- Collaborated with other community stakeholders on initiatives related to public safety information sharing systems.
Deputy Fire Chief
Vann Crossroads Fire Dept
Newton Grove, North Carolina
01.2012 - 12.2016
- Supervised daily operations and emergency response activities for fire department functions.
- Managed equipment inventory, ensuring readiness of firefighting tools and supplies.
- Led incident response teams during emergencies, maintaining communication with all units involved.
- Evaluated department policies, recommending updates to align with best practices in firefighting.
- Attended meetings with city officials to discuss strategic planning initiatives.
- Monitored budgeting processes to ensure fiscal responsibility within the department.
Fire Lieutenant
City of Fayetteville
Fayetteville, North Carolina
03.2004 - 10.2012
- Supervised firefighting operations during emergencies and training exercises.
- Led team drills to enhance skills and response times in critical situations.
- Responded to emergency calls, assessing situations and directing team actions.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Responded to calls involving hazardous materials incidents, rescue operations, or medical emergencies as needed.
Fire Captain
Dunn Fire Department
Dunn, NC
03.2002 - 03.2011
- Led fire suppression operations during emergency incidents and training exercises.
- Managed station resources and ensured equipment readiness for firefighting activities.
- Supervised and trained firefighters on safety protocols and operational procedures.
Firefighter
City of Fayetteville
Fayetteville, North Carolina
09.1998 - 03.2004
- Responded to emergency calls and provided rapid assistance in various situations.
- Assisted in rescue operations, ensuring safety of individuals in hazardous environments.
- Participated in ongoing training exercises to enhance firefighting skills and knowledge.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Maintained firefighting apparatus and equipment for optimal performance and readiness.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools during training and emergency responses.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Fire Lieutenant
Dunn Fire Department
Dunn, Nc
03.2001 - 03.2002
- Supervised firefighting operations during emergencies and training exercises.
- Led team drills to enhance skills and response times in critical situations.
- Responded to emergency calls, assessing situations and directing team actions.
- Responded to calls involving hazardous materials incidents, rescue operations, or medical emergencies as needed.
- Directed and coordinated firefighting operations to ensure safety of personnel, property, and the public.
Fire Firefighter
Dunn Fire Department
Dunn, North Carolina
03.1999 - 03.2001
- Responded to emergency calls for fire suppression and rescue operations.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools effectively during emergency incidents.
Firefighter
Vann CrossroadsFire Department
Newton Grove, North Carolina
03.1992 - 03.1999
- Responded to emergency calls and provided rapid assistance in various situations.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools during training and emergency responses.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hobbton High School
Newton Grove, NC06-1994
Some College (No Degree) - EMT, Firefighter, Fire Instructor, 28 Credits
Various
Skills
- Incident command
- Emergency response management
- Firefighting tactics
- Safety protocols
- Disaster planning
- Resource management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Training and development
- Staff scheduling
- Public safety
- Community relations
- Leadership skills
- Policy development
- Risk assessment
- Emergency management
- Personnel management
- Fire suppression
- Fire prevention
- Building inspections
- Municipal codes
- Hazardous materials
- Operational efficiency
- Firefighting operations
- Regulatory enforcement
- Fire protection
- Staff development
- Workload prioritization
- Training programs
- Emergency response procedures
- Hazardous materials response
- Crisis communication
- Equipment maintenance
Certification
• North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician
• Fire Officer Levels I, II, and III
• Firefighter Levels I and II
• Preparation for Initial Company Operations (P.I.C.O.)
• Strategy and Tactics for Initial Company Operations (S.T.I.C.O.)
• Company Tactical Operations: Management & Tactics
• Incident Command in Structural Firefighting
• NC Fire Chief 101
• Hazardous Materials Level I
• Emergency Vehicle Driver
• Driver/Operator – Pumps
• Driver/Operator – Aerials
Instructor Certifications
• NC Fire Instructor Level II
• Firefighter Instructor
• Technical Rescue Instructor
• Live Fire Instructor
• Driver/Operator Pumps Instructor
• Qualified VMR Instructor
• Qualified Rope Rescue Instructor
Technical Rescue Certifications
• Structural Collapse
• Vehicle & Machinery Rescue (VMR)
• Trench Rescue
• Confined Space Rescue
• Rope Rescue
Incident Command & Leadership
• NIMS ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800
• National Fire Academy Leadership I, II, III
• Introduction to Leadership
• Crucial Conversations for Supervisors
• Multiculturalism for Employees
Specialized Training
• Emergency Response to Terrorism
• Active Shooter Awareness
• Fire Officer Levels I, II, and III
• Firefighter Levels I and II
• Preparation for Initial Company Operations (P.I.C.O.)
• Strategy and Tactics for Initial Company Operations (S.T.I.C.O.)
• Company Tactical Operations: Management & Tactics
• Incident Command in Structural Firefighting
• NC Fire Chief 101
• Hazardous Materials Level I
• Emergency Vehicle Driver
• Driver/Operator – Pumps
• Driver/Operator – Aerials
Instructor Certifications
• NC Fire Instructor Level II
• Firefighter Instructor
• Technical Rescue Instructor
• Live Fire Instructor
• Driver/Operator Pumps Instructor
• Qualified VMR Instructor
• Qualified Rope Rescue Instructor
Technical Rescue Certifications
• Structural Collapse
• Vehicle & Machinery Rescue (VMR)
• Trench Rescue
• Confined Space Rescue
• Rope Rescue
Incident Command & Leadership
• NIMS ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800
• National Fire Academy Leadership I, II, III
• Introduction to Leadership
• Crucial Conversations for Supervisors
• Multiculturalism for Employees
Specialized Training
• Emergency Response to Terrorism
• Active Shooter Awareness
Accomplishments
• Westbrook Grange Firefighter of the Year – 2017
• City of Fayetteville Core Value Award – 2015
• Vann Crossroads Fire Medic of the Year – 2011
• Vann Crossroads Firefighter of the Year – 2011
• Vann Crossroads Fire Officer of the Year – 2011
• Dunn Jaycees Outstanding Young Firefighter – 2005
• North Carolina Jaycees Outstanding Public Servant – 2005
• City of Fayetteville Core Value Award – 2015
• Vann Crossroads Fire Medic of the Year – 2011
• Vann Crossroads Firefighter of the Year – 2011
• Vann Crossroads Fire Officer of the Year – 2011
• Dunn Jaycees Outstanding Young Firefighter – 2005
• North Carolina Jaycees Outstanding Public Servant – 2005
Affiliations
• Community service and public safety outreach
• Camping with family
• Church involvement
• Camping with family
• Church involvement
Timeline
Fire Battalion Chief
City of Fayetteville
03.2025 - Current
Fire Chief
Vann Crossroads Fire Department
01.2017 - 01.2022
Fire Captain
City of Fayetteville
10.2012 - 03.2025
Deputy Fire Chief
Vann Crossroads Fire Dept
01.2012 - 12.2016
Fire Lieutenant
City of Fayetteville
03.2004 - 10.2012
Fire Captain
Dunn Fire Department
03.2002 - 03.2011
Fire Lieutenant
Dunn Fire Department
03.2001 - 03.2002
Fire Firefighter
Dunn Fire Department
03.1999 - 03.2001
Firefighter
City of Fayetteville
09.1998 - 03.2004
Firefighter
Vann CrossroadsFire Department
03.1992 - 03.1999
High School Diploma -
Hobbton High School
Some College (No Degree) - EMT, Firefighter, Fire Instructor, 28 Credits
Various