Hi, I’m
Michael Owens
Emergency Services Professional
Brevard,NC
Summary
Emergency services professional with a diverse technical background and unique education. Proven problem solver with strategic planning strengths. Motivated to lead by combining modern fire suppression tactics with professional image and conduct. Committed to preserving departmental standards such as accountability and integrity.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
8
Certifications
Work History
City of Brevard Fire DepartmentBrevard, NC
Lieutenant/EMT
01.2012 - Current
Job overview
- Experience - Extensive knowledge of local district and target hazards. Familiarity with all equipment, SOPs, and practices. Established team player with trust from department members.
- Proficiency - Proven ability to operate efficiently in a dynamically staffed environment. Adept at decision making under pressure without sacrificing safety or efficiency.
- Achievement - 2016 Firefighter of The Year – Recognized for constantly exceeding departmental training standards and exhibiting outstanding professionalism
West Buncombe Fire DepartmentAsheville, NC
Ladder / Rescue Captain
02.2017 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Project Management - Built the department's first ladder and rescue company from the ground up. Planned all equipment, implementation, staffing, tactics, and training regimen.
- Cost Reduction - Saved over 40,000 in costs through business relations with vendors and waste reduction practices.
- Education and Leadership - Frequently instructed recruits and mentored new employees. Gained notoriety for realistic and practical training administration. Cultivated a culture of professionalism and encouraged higher education.
Education
Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, UT
MBA
01.2022 - Current
University Of Indiana East, Richmond, IN
Bachelor of Science from Mathematics
12.2015 - 12.2019
Certification
Advanced Professional Firefighter, NCSFA
Timeline
Western Governors University
MBA
01.2022 - Current
Advanced Professional Firefighter, NCSFA
12-2021
Instructor I / Fire Officer I
11-2021
D/O Aerials
08-2021
Advanced Extrication Academy
03-2021
Technical Rescuer
11-2020
FLSE I
05-2019
D/O Mobile Water Supply
10-2018
Ladder / Rescue Captain
West Buncombe Fire Department
02.2017 - 11.2021
University Of Indiana East
Bachelor of Science from Mathematics
12.2015 - 12.2019
NC Firefighter II / EMT
05-2013
Lieutenant/EMT
City of Brevard Fire Department
01.2012 - Current
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