Matthew Francis
STOCKBRIDGE,MI
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Years of public safety service with experience offering emergency response and collaborating with co-workers. Deep knowledge and practice extinguishing fires quickly and rescuing individuals. Educated and poised with background working extremely well in high-pressure situations and dedicated to protecting the public.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/EMT-B
City of Ann Arbor Fire Department
12.2005 - Current
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid. Aerial apparatus driver/operator. Took daily promotions as lieutenant in charge of a fire crew and fire station.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
Police Officer
Village of Stockbridge Police Department
10.2006 - 10.2012
- Patrolled assigned areas in a patrol car, on foot, or riding a police motorcycle.
- Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
Firefighter Lieutenant
Stockbridge Area Emergency Services Authority
06.2003 - 01.2006
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Police Officer
City of Chelsea Police Department
01.1999 - 12.2005
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
Firefighter/EMT-B
Chelsea Area Fire Authority
06.1993 - 12.2005
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
Firefighter/EMT-B
Dexter Area Fire Department
01.1997 - 07.2003
- Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
Endurance Driver
Chrysler Corporation Chelsea Proving Grounds
08.1998 - 01.1999
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
Police/Fire Dispatcher
City of Chelsea Police Department
04.1996 - 01.1999
- Monitored radio frequencies to ensure proper communication with police and fire units in the field.
- Verified caller information, evaluated the situation, and provided instructions as needed.
Fire/Security Officer
Chrysler Corporation Chelsea Proving Grounds
09.1997 - 08.1998
- Ensured the safety of personnel, equipment, and materials through the enforcement of safety protocols.
- Resolved conflicts between employees or departments that arose due to misunderstandings or miscommunication.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Chelsea and Dexter (MI) School Districts
01.1997 - 06.1997
- Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student behavior and performance in the classroom.
- Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
Education
Basic Police Academy
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI05-1999
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI12-1996
Criminal Justice
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-1994
Skills
- Community Education
- Apparatus maintenance
- Water and chemical streams
- Fire suppression tactics
- Ladder operation
- Rescue equipment proficiency
- Emergency Response
- Staff development and leadership
- Traffic Laws
- Criminal Investigations
- Defense and Arrest Tactics (DAAT)
- Community Engagement
- Patrol procedures
- Crime Prevention
- Court Testimony
- Small Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Group Instruction
- Learning Strategies
Certification
- Michigan Firefighters Training Council- Firefighter I and II, Haz Mat operations, Fire Officer I and II, ICS, Apparatus Driver, Pump Operator
- Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards- Formerly Certified Police Officer
- Michigan State University- Confined Space Rescue, Haz Mat Tech
- State of Michigan- EMT-Basic
Timeline
Police Officer
Village of Stockbridge Police Department
10.2006 - 10.2012
Firefighter/EMT-B
City of Ann Arbor Fire Department
12.2005 - Current
Firefighter Lieutenant
Stockbridge Area Emergency Services Authority
06.2003 - 01.2006
Police Officer
City of Chelsea Police Department
01.1999 - 12.2005
Endurance Driver
Chrysler Corporation Chelsea Proving Grounds
08.1998 - 01.1999
Fire/Security Officer
Chrysler Corporation Chelsea Proving Grounds
09.1997 - 08.1998
Firefighter/EMT-B
Dexter Area Fire Department
01.1997 - 07.2003
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Chelsea and Dexter (MI) School Districts
01.1997 - 06.1997
Police/Fire Dispatcher
City of Chelsea Police Department
04.1996 - 01.1999
Firefighter/EMT-B
Chelsea Area Fire Authority
06.1993 - 12.2005
Basic Police Academy
Schoolcraft College
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Criminal Justice
Michigan State University
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