Matthew Sheehan
North Ridgeville,OH
Summary
Experienced Fire Chief offering extensive list of successes building and leading talented teams in training, drills and high-danger emergency events. Highly committed to safety and continuous provision of quality emergency response. Equipped with strong background overseeing group efforts across diverse facilities ranging in size and complexity. Seasoned Firefighter with 38 years of experience and extensive training in emergency response operations. Committed to building and leading efforts of talented teams of numerous first responders. Skilled in enforcing municipal fire codes via inspections, covering testing of alarm and protection systems.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Fire
City OfOlmsted Falls
04.2019 - Current
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Managed department budget effectively, prioritizing essential equipment purchases and maintenance without compromising safety standards.
- Established strong relationships with local government officials to secure necessary funding and resources for the department''s needs.
- Reduced workplace injuries by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
EMS/Disaster Coordinator
University Hospital Saint John Medical Center
04.2010 - 04.2019
Liaison between area fire departments and UH Saint John Medical Center.
Weekly and Monthly continuing education for area fire departments.
Joint Commission Compliance.
Maintaining and updating Emergency Operations Plans for the Hospital.
Cleveland Fire Department
City Of Cleveland
03.1981 - 04.2014
EMS Instructor
Cuyahoga Community College
09.2001 - 05.2013
EMS Coordinator
Donald Martens & Sons Ambulance Service
04.1983 - 12.1999
Education
High School Diploma -
John Marshall High School
Cleveland, Ohio06.1976
Timeline
Chief of Fire
City OfOlmsted Falls
04.2019 - Current
EMS/Disaster Coordinator
University Hospital Saint John Medical Center
04.2010 - 04.2019
EMS Instructor
Cuyahoga Community College
09.2001 - 05.2013
EMS Coordinator
Donald Martens & Sons Ambulance Service
04.1983 - 12.1999
Cleveland Fire Department
City Of Cleveland
03.1981 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
John Marshall High School