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MINDY ANDRASEVITS

Kansas City,MO

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience in the fire service and the National Fire Protection Association, excelling in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement. Proven track record in enhancing community safety awareness and risk assessment, leading to robust resiliency. Skilled in budget management and policy development, fostering strong relationships across diverse sectors.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Director

National Fire Protection Association
Quincy, MA
09.2024 - Current
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, government officials, industry members and associations, and the general public.
  • Promote understanding of the codes and standards process.
  • Develop and implement regional strategies to increase safety knowledge and organizational awareness.
  • Establish effective communication channels between regional stakeholders and organizational leadership.
  • Actively participate in regional, state, and local stakeholder agencies and organizations.

FIRE CHIEF

City of Eudora Fire & EMS Department
Eudora, KS
01.2021 - 09.2024
  • Provide leadership and strategic direction for the overall operation and administration of the fire department.
  • Lead the development and implementation of a strategic plan that aligns with the City's strategic goals.
  • Maintain and support a maximum roster through successful recruitment and retention procedures.
  • Evaluate the performance of firefighters, and design training courses to maximize strengths and improve deficits.
  • Command firefighting teams and units at fire scenes to facilitate fire control and suppression.
  • Inspect equipment, recommend, and approve replacements and repairs when needed.
  • Interpret fire safety codes to establish clear and effective local procedures for fire and occupancy permits.
  • Monitor expenses and manage the department budget with a high level of ethical standards, transparency, and keen stewardship.
  • Connect with the community through the implementation of fire prevention education and safety awareness programs, through a robust community risk reduction process.
  • Develop policies and procedures designed to increase operational efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Develop and maintain coordinated mutual aid agreements with surrounding jurisdictions.
  • Advocate for legislative changes at the county and state levels relating to the fire service and community resilience.

FIRE INSPECTOR/INVESTIGATOR

City of St. Joseph Fire Department
St. Joseph, MO
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Completed institutional, commercial, and industrial building inspections to assess level of fire safety and code compliance.
  • Examined and reviewed building construction plans to determine code compliance and recommended proactive adjustments.
  • Managed community risk reduction program.
  • Investigated origin and cause of structural and vehicular fires.
  • Advocated for code adoptions at the city and state level.

REGIONAL SALES MANAGER

The Valspar Corporation
01.2008 - 01.2017
  • Managed, coached, and motivated 11-16 independent Territory Managers.
  • Prepared and implemented an $8 million budget through program oversight, managed expenditures, and cost-reducing studies.
  • Managed staffing levels through bi-annual performance reviews and the application of performance improvement plans.
  • Developed sales and secured business in new territories, industries, and customer segments.
  • Established long-term relationships with key clients, leading to a 20% growth in repeat business.
  • Introduced innovative sales strategies and marketing campaigns that boosted regional market share by 10%.
  • Facilitated professional development workshops and training sessions that enhanced team skills and morale.
  • Leveraged data analytics to identify market trends and adjust strategies accordingly, ensuring sustained competitive advantage.
  • Successfully negotiated and closed high-value contracts, contributing significantly to annual revenue targets.

FIREFIGHTER / EMT

St. Joseph and North Kansas City Fire Department
St. Joseph, MO
01.1996 - 01.2008
  • Provide fire suppression, emergency medical response, and public education services to the community.
  • Participated in specialized training including hazmat instructor training, public fire educator training, compressed gas explosion training, fire code compliance, high-angle rescue, swift water rescue, ice rescue, confined space rescue, grain bin rescue, driver/engineer training, and vehicle extrication.
  • Conducted fire safety inspections and community risk reduction activities.

Education

MASTER OF SCIENCE - Public Administration, Emergency Services Management

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
03.2021

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Education

Missouri Western State University
St. Joseph, MO
12.1988

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Budget management
  • Performance evaluation
  • Fire safety inspection
  • Community outreach
  • Data analysis
  • Policy development
  • Relationship building
  • Public speaking
  • Meetings and presentations

Certification

  • Fire Officer I, II, & III - National Pro Board
  • Fire Investigator - National Pro Board
  • Fire Inspector - National Pro Board
  • Fire Inspector I - International Code Council
  • Fire Instructor I - National Pro Board
  • Firefighter I & II - State certified
  • HazMat Ops - State certified
  • NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800
  • Public Information Officer - state certified
  • Instructor Level Two - HSI American Safety & Health Institute

Affiliations

  • Executive Committee Member (former) - Douglas County Emergency Management Board LEPC
  • Committee Member (former) - Eudora Library Board Building Committee
  • Committee Member (former) - International Code Council (ICC) Portable/Pre-Engineered Fire Extinguisher Technician Exam Development Committee
  • Committee Member (former) - Human Relations Committee - International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC)
  • Committee Member (former) - Engage Douglas County/Engage Eudora

Training

  • Leadership Douglas County - Kansas Leadership Center
  • Executive Leadership - High Performance Organizations - University of Kansas Public Management Center
  • Lead for Change - Kansas Leadership Center
  • Plans Review for Fire & Life Safety - National Fire Academy
  • New Executive Fire Officer - National Fire Academy
  • Hazardous Materials Incident Management - National Fire Academy
  • Managing Effective Fire Prevention Programs - National Fire Academy
  • Managing Disciplinary Challenges in the Fire Service - Fire Service Legal Training Institute
  • FLSA for Volunteer Departments - Fire Service Legal Training Institute
  • Leadership, Accountability, Culture, & Knowledge - MUFRTI
  • Step Up and Lead Leadership Development - MUFRTI
  • American Wood Council Online Platform - Various courses
  • International Association of Arson Investigators Online Platform - Various courses
  • International Code Council Online Platform - Various courses
  • International Association of Fire Chiefs Online courses

Timeline

Regional Director

National Fire Protection Association
09.2024 - Current

FIRE CHIEF

City of Eudora Fire & EMS Department
01.2021 - 09.2024

FIRE INSPECTOR/INVESTIGATOR

City of St. Joseph Fire Department
01.2017 - 01.2021

REGIONAL SALES MANAGER

The Valspar Corporation
01.2008 - 01.2017

FIREFIGHTER / EMT

St. Joseph and North Kansas City Fire Department
01.1996 - 01.2008

MASTER OF SCIENCE - Public Administration, Emergency Services Management

Columbia Southern University

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Education

Missouri Western State University

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