Michael Chilson
Clio,MI
Summary
Seasoned Sergeant at Bishop International Airport with a proven track record in leadership, recognized for exceptional organizational skills and cultural awareness. Awarded Firefighter of the Year, adept in firearms instruction and fostering team collaboration. Demonstrates expertise in emergency response and security operations, ensuring safety and compliance. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sergeant
Bishop International Airport
, Michigan
09.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: Department of Public Safety
- Provide Law Enforcement for Airport
- Provide First line Supervision of Police/Fire/EMS
- Provide First aid
- Enforcing strict adherence to Police and Procedures
- Assist with training and shift briefings
- Assist with scheduling
- Preparing reports, logs, ensuring upkeep of Department records
- Assisting Security details with dignitary visits
- Patrol, investigations, Operation of vehicles
- Control and response to Airport emergencies
- Department of Public Safety
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Public Safety Officer
Hurley Medical Center
, Michigan
01.2018 - Current
- Metal detection screening
- Vehicle Patrol
- Foot Patrol
- Dispatch
- Emergency Response on site
- Fire Response on site
- EMS Response on site
- Fire prevention
Firefighter/EMT-B/FTO
Bishop International Airport
, Michigan
01.1998 - Current
- Company Overview: Crash Fire Rescue
- Provide fire protection and prevention
- Field Training Officer
- Apparatus driver/operator
- Provide basic Life Support
- Assist with Advanced Life Support
- Wildlife Management Operations
- Assist with Airport Security Operations
- Crash Fire Rescue
- Airport Operations Specialist
- Awards: Firefighter of the Year 2017- Genesee County Chiefs Association, Special Tribute Award- Michigan State Legislature, Award for Valor
Reserve Police Officer
Thetford Township Police Department
Thetford Township, Michigan
01.2008 - 01.2017
- Respond to Emergencies
- Provide basic life support
- Assist with advanced life support
- Assist Certified LEO in conducting traffic stops
- Assist with Investigations
- Assisted with local Policing and School Programs
- Enforce Federal, State and Local laws, regulations and ordinances
- Advanced Taser M26 Certification, Thetford Township Police Department
- Certified Annually in MCOLES Firearm Qualifications
Firefighter/EMT-B
Clio Area Fire Department
Clio, Michigan
01.1994 - 01.2010
- Served as a Firefighter/Driver/Operator
- Served as Lieutenant 2004-2010
- Served as Safety Officer 2007-2010
- Provide fire protection and prevention
- Responsible for weekly and monthly training
- Support Incident Command System
- Assist with basic and advanced life support
- Awards: Firefighter of the Year Award 2010-Clio Area Fire Department
Corporal
U.S. Army
, United States
08.1989 - 12.1993
- Company Overview: 82nd Airborne Division
- Advanced to rank of E-4 Corporal
- Small weapons specialist
- Squad leader with crew served weapons
- Combat Lifesaver
- 82nd Airborne Division
- Awards: Army Achievement Medal 1st Oak leaf Cluster, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Expert Marksmanship in Mortars, M-16 rifle, Hand Grenade, Airborne Parachutist Badge, Several Certificates of Appreciation
Education
Graduate -
LERTA Police Academy
MI12.2021
Diploma -
Clio Area High School
Clio, MI01.1989
Skills
- Cultural awareness
- Firearms Instructor certified
- Data entry
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Organization
Certification
- LERTA Police Academy Graduate, 12/22/21
- National Traffic Incident Management Responder Course
- MCOLES certified Concealed Pistol License Course
- PPCT Defensive Tactics Basic Certification
- Emergency Vehicle Operations
- SFST Practitioner
- PBT Class 1 Operator
- Chemical Aerosol Basic Course
- Taser Electronic Control Device Certification
- Speed Measurement Devices
- Firefighter level 1
- Firefighter level 2
- Hazardous Materials Awareness level
- Hazardous Materials Operations level
- Vehicle Extrication Basic
- Vehicle Extrication Advanced level
- School Bus Rescue Training
- Liquid Propane Emergencies
- Emergency Medical Technician-Basic, 1994 to present
- Technical Rescue Emergency Medical Operations
- Airport Master Firefighter Certified through AEEE
- Specialized Training in Advanced Rescue Techniques-Jennison Services LLC
- ARFF Hot Drill Class Kellogg Community College
- ARFF 40 Hour Class Kellogg Community College
- ARFF 72 Hour Class Kellogg Community College
- Emergency Response to Railroad Incidents-CSX Transportation
- Emergency Vehicle Operator Course- U.S. Department of Transportation
- Emergency Vehicle Driving and Pump Operations- Clio Area Fire Department
- Emergency Vehicle Defensive Driving-National Safety Council
- IS-00100 FEMA
- IS-00200 FEMA
- IS-00700 FEMA
- IS-00800 FEMA
- Rope Rescue Genesee County MUSAR
- Confined Space Rescue Genesee County MUSAR
- Law Enforcement Response to WMD Awareness Level Mott Community College
- Law Enforcement Response to WMD Responder Level- U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- Advanced Taser M26 Certification, Thetford Township Police Department
Additional Information
Copies of all Certificates, Training, Awards and Decorations available upon request.
References
- Joe Karlichek, Friend, Co-worker, Supervisor, 810-625-4886
- Neville, Friend, Co-worker, Bishop Airport (Retired), 810-223-4272
- Wayne McIntrye, Chief Bishop Airport Police, 810-691-6484
- Roy Hatchett, Friend/firefighter/police officer for 20 years, 810-275-2527
- Sgt. Dunell Chany, Instructor LERTA Police Academy, Friend, 810-444-9880
- Jeff Lt. David Livingston, Director/Instructor LERTA Police Academy, Friend, 248-978-9056
- Mike Forstyek, Supervisor Premier Security, friend, 810-922-9942
Timeline
Sergeant
Bishop International Airport
09.2021 - Current
Public Safety Officer
Hurley Medical Center
01.2018 - Current
Reserve Police Officer
Thetford Township Police Department
01.2008 - 01.2017
Firefighter/EMT-B/FTO
Bishop International Airport
01.1998 - Current
Firefighter/EMT-B
Clio Area Fire Department
01.1994 - 01.2010
Corporal
U.S. Army
08.1989 - 12.1993
Graduate -
LERTA Police Academy
Diploma -
Clio Area High School