Michael Barfield
Lake Worth,FL
Summary
Experienced FIRE/EMS Leader skilled in managing medical emergencies, fire ground training, and interpersonal situations. Professional, self-motivated, and highly organized with a proven track record of strong leadership and managerial abilities. 17 years of service with PBCFR, 11 years as a Lieutenant with extensive knowledge and use of department Pt care reporting system (MetroPCR) and Protocols. Demonstrates exceptional composure in high-stress and critical situations. Adaptable to various training and management roles, consistently delivering effective results.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue
11.2008 - Current
- Long-time EMS training coordination for Recruits, Probationary Paramedics and Battalion-wide training exercises
- Recipient of a Unit Commendation Award (2017) for an extensive extrication rescue involving a neighboring departments’ (BSOFR) Division Chief
- 16 years of 100% record of Exemplary Performance on all Employee Performance Reviews
- Multiple PBCFR Life-Safety awards for cardiac arrest patients, numerous positive EDF’s as well as citizen recognition letters
- BLS, ACLS and PALS Instructor (12'-22')
Recruit Academy Director
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Created a more conducive learning environment while still upholding the standards for professionalism as determined by the newly created Instructor Code of Conduct for the Training and Safety Division
- Integral involvement in all daily training exercises to ensure that consistency, proficiency and standards of PBCFR are met
- Preparation and processing of budgets
- Coordination of and Instructor in Charge (IIC) for all LIVE FIRE drills with active participation in each to ensure that NFPA and PBCFR standards of safety/skills were upheld
- Integral member for the development and implementation of all Performance Assessments
- Daily use of Excel software, department computer programs and involvement in department policies/standard operating guidelines
- Provided front-line EMS assessment and care of multiple recruits while maintaining an active role in the daily skill stations
- Organize and coordinate entire schedule for recruits and adjunct instructors as well as inter-agency departments and outside vendors
- Adaptable to unforeseen circumstances/natural disasters i.e Hurricane Dorian, COVID-19
- Assist the Training Division on a daily basis for special dignitary tours/demonstrations, new training prop orientation and multiple department special events
Lead Instructor- Recruit Academy
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Functioned as an Executive Assistant to the previous Recruit Academy Director, Division Chief Rickey Rodriguez
- Assisted in developing, completely from scratch and continuously revised the syllabus/curriculum for recruit classes in order to improve the workflow and day-to-day training experience
Station 57- Emergency Activation Station Manager
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue
01.2017 - 01.2019
Driver Operator
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue
01.2013 - 01.2014
FF/EMT
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue
05.2008 - 11.2008
Education
Associates of Science -
Emergency Medical Services
Associates of Science -
Fire Science
Skills
- Budget preparation
- Crisis response
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
- Performance assessment
- Safety regulations
- Incident management
- Emergency medical services
- Training coordination
- Curriculum development
- Detail orientation
- Stress tolerance and resilience
Expertise
- PBCFR Lieutenant, 2014-Current
- PBCFR Captain Promotional Roster, Current
- PBCFR USAR, Hazardous Materials Team Manager, 2023-Current
- PBCFR USAR, Swiftwater Boat Operator, 2024-Current
- PBCFR PRWC, Rescue Swimmer and Operator, 2023-Current
- PBC EOC Emergency Services Branch, Hazardous Materials Unit Leader, 2020-Current
- PBCFR Recruit Academy Director, 08/19-07/20
- PBCFR Lead Instructor, Recruit Academy, 04/19-08/19
- PBCFR Station 57- Hurricane Activation Station Manager, 2017-2019
- PBCFR Driver Operator, 2013-2014
- PBCFR FF/PM, 11/08-2013
- PBCFR FF/EMT, 05/08, 11/08
Education Certifications Credentials
- Associates of Science in Emergency Medical Services
- Associates of Science in Fire Science
- State of Florida Licensed Paramedic
- NREMT-P Certified
- State of Florida Fire Bureau Fire Officer I Certified
- State of Florida Fire Bureau Fire Officer II Certified
- State of Florida Fire Bureau Fire Officer III Credentialed, Exam scheduled for 03/19/25
- State of Florida Fire Bureau Instructor I Certified
- State of Florida Fire Bureau Instructor II Certified
- State of Florida Fire Bureau Live Fire Training Instructor I
- Technician-Level credentialed in all TRT disciplines
- Emergency Response Diver (ERD)- Dive Rescue Technician 1, Dry-suit Qualified
- PBCFR PRWC Qualified
- Trauma Hawk Qualified- Air Medical Crew Core Curriculum
- Department Aerial (Including 100’) Apparatus Operator Certification
- Florida Urban Search and Rescue- Rescue Specialist
- Florida State Fire College- Hazardous Materials Technician
- DHS/FEMA certified- I/G 300, I/G 400, IS 100, IS 200, IS 700, IS 800
- FEMA certified- L-984 All-Hazards Task Force/Strike Team Leader, L973 All-Hazards Finance Section Chief
- Florida Forestry Service Certified- FL130/190 Wildland Firefighting, FL215 Fire Operations in the Wildland/Urban Interface, L180 Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service
- Drager Flashover Simulator train the trainer certified
- American Heart Association BLS, ACLS and PALS certified
- NAEMT Tactical Emergency Casualty Care Certified (TECC)
- PBCFR Promoted Driver Operator
Timeline
Recruit Academy Director
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue
08.2019 - 07.2020
Lead Instructor- Recruit Academy
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue
04.2019 - 08.2019
Station 57- Emergency Activation Station Manager
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue
01.2017 - 01.2019
Driver Operator
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue
01.2013 - 01.2014
Firefighter/Paramedic
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue
11.2008 - Current
FF/EMT
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue
05.2008 - 11.2008
Associates of Science -
Fire Science
Associates of Science -
Emergency Medical Services
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