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Matthew Yackley

Oswego,IL

Summary

Accomplished Battalion Chief with 24 years experience with the Oswego Fire Protection District, adept in emergency response and strategic training development. Proven leadership in supervising tactical operations and enhancing team skills, with expertise as a Fire Investigator and Technical Rescue Technician. Has served as numerous Teams Leader, Bag piper and Honor Guard member, Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and commitment to excellence in fire safety and emergency services.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Battalion Chief

Oswego Fire Protection District
05.2024 - Current
  • Developed scheduling and coordination of shift staffing levels, changes and activities.
  • Supervised and coordinated tactical methodology used in resolving emergencies and other situations.
  • Performed frequent station inspections and drafted reports and plans for issues of importance.


Training Officer

Oswego Fire Protection District
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Assessed skill gaps for employees and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
  • Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to cover necessary material.

Captain

Oswego Fire Protection Districty
06.2013 - 05.2024
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
  • Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.

Fire Lieutenant

Oswego Fire Protection District
09.2007 - 05.2013
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
  • Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
06-2023

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL
05-2013

Skills

Fire Investigator

Technical Rescue Technician

Special OPS Chief

FOII

Timeline

Battalion Chief

Oswego Fire Protection District
05.2024 - Current

Training Officer

Oswego Fire Protection District
01.2018 - 01.2019

Captain

Oswego Fire Protection Districty
06.2013 - 05.2024

Fire Lieutenant

Oswego Fire Protection District
09.2007 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management

Columbia Southern University

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Waubonsee Community College
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