Micheal Kane
Evansville
Summary
Deputy Chief with extensive experience in emergency medical services and firefighting. Skilled in strategic planning, training development, and community engagement, driving initiatives that enhance safety and operational efficiency.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Chief of EMS
Evansville Fire Department
2025.07 - Current
- direct establishment of 9-1-1 ambulance operations
- Coordinated training programs for new recruits, enhancing knowledge of firefighting techniques and equipment use.
- Compiled incident reports illustrating response actions elevating communication with command staff and stakeholders.
- Assisted in strategic planning for departmental initiatives, contributing to long-term operational goals and community engagement.
Battalion Chief of Health & Safety
Evansville Fire Department
2024.02 - 2025.07
- Orchestrated establishment of fire department's premier incident safety officer program
- Established robust gross decon program within department
- Directed and ensured compliance of departmental health & safety program
- Managed execution of department's medical surveillance program
- Executed risk assessment protocols elevating safety measures and curtailing hazards in community
Battalion Chief, Suppression
Evansville Fire Department
2016.06 - 2025.02
- Managed emergency response operations, ensuring optimal efficiency and strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Designed training programs for firefighters enhancing skill sets and operational readiness.
- Directed multi-agency responses during large-scale incidents, strengthening collaboration and resource management.
- Implemented strategic initiatives that reduced response times and increased community engagement in fire safety education.
Captain
Evansville Fire Department
2004.02 - 2016.06
- Managed emergency response strategies securing safety and efficiency for firefighting teams.
- Implemented training programs for fire company, improving competencies and expertise in fire safety protocols.
- Crafted and instituted strategies focused on improving operational efficiency during fire incidents.
- managed role within incident command system across multiple routine and large-scale emergencies, streamlining resource allocation and communication.
Firefighter/EMT
Evansville Fire Department
1995.07 - 2004.02
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance team performance and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Mentored junior firefighters, fostering skill development and promoting adherence to best practices in firefighting techniques.
Education
Fire Chief Executive Training - Management
Indiana Fire & Public Safety
Plainfield, IN2025-08
Management of EMS - Management of EMS
National Fire Academy
Emmitsburg, MD2025-02
Command & Control of Fire Dept Operations - Command & Control
National Fire Academy
Emmitsburg, MD2024-09
Leadership & Administration - Leadership
National Fire Academy
Emmitsburg, MDAssociate of Science - Fire Science
Ivy Tech Community College of Evansville
Evansville, INSkills
- Emergency medical technician
- Emergency medical services instructor
- Fire Officer 3
- Instructor 3
Timeline
Deputy Chief of EMS
Evansville Fire Department
2025.07 - Current
Battalion Chief of Health & Safety
Evansville Fire Department
2024.02 - 2025.07
Battalion Chief, Suppression
Evansville Fire Department
2016.06 - 2025.02
Captain
Evansville Fire Department
2004.02 - 2016.06
Firefighter/EMT
Evansville Fire Department
1995.07 - 2004.02
Fire Chief Executive Training - Management
Indiana Fire & Public Safety
Management of EMS - Management of EMS
National Fire Academy
Command & Control of Fire Dept Operations - Command & Control
National Fire Academy
Leadership & Administration - Leadership
National Fire Academy
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Ivy Tech Community College of Evansville