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Overview
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Education
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Awards and Recognitions
Certification
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Morris Jones, Jr.

9161 Honeysuckle Drive Easton,MD

Summary

Seasoned emergency services professional with a proven track record of public safety, excelling in emergency management and interpersonal communication. Spearheaded initiatives that encouraged and facilitated training for emergency responders of all disciplines. Prepared and assisted in development of critical emergency response plans. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and relationship-building skills, enhancing team efficiency and community safety.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Communications Specialist I

Talbot County Department Of Emergency Services
01.2023 - Current
  • Automated document flow by ensuring logbooks and fire, accident, and emergency reports were maintained with 100% accuracy.
  • Reduced risks and emergency response issues by observing public safety field units.
  • Completed appropriate forms and radio announcements for police department needs such as BOLO requests.
  • Answered calls from automatic routing system and took basic information from callers.
  • Read system maps and caller information, and documented details in system.
  • Routed calls to police, fire, and ambulance service to meet individual call needs.
  • Dispatched and coordinated emergency services teams according to high-priority calls.
  • Assessed emergency requests and made quick judgment calls to determine appropriate action.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Provided on-the-job training and coaching to develop new dispatchers.
  • Directed responders using assigned mapping systems for timely emergency attendance.
  • Developed and delivered emergency response plans to improve attendance timeframes.
  • Monitored Police and Fire radios to provide assistance to responding personnel.
  • Operated emergency response systems to update and retrieve up-to-date information for first responders.
  • Communicated pre-arrival instructions to emergency medical personnel, helping first responders deliver appropriate care and support to individuals.
  • Applied interpersonal skills in neutralizing hostile and emotionally charged situations.

Adjunct Instructor

Calhoon MEBA Engineering School
01.2005 - Current
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Tailored lesson plans to accommodate various learning styles, resulting in better understanding for all students.
  • Monitored student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
  • Provided hands-on instruction, mentoring, demonstration, recertification, and guidance for students

Firefighter

Easton Volunteer Fire Department
11.2001 - Current
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Inspected all equipment following each fire call to ascertain effective functionality of hoses, breathing masks and fire tools.
  • Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
  • Acted quickly to contain any hazardous chemicals likely to catch fire, leak or spill.
  • Supervised and coordinated tactical methodology used in resolving emergencies and other situations.

Fire Chief

Easton Volunteer Fire Department
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Directed implementation of comprehensive training operations, including drills, inspections, tests, and performance evaluations.
  • Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
  • Coordinated, scheduled, and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
  • Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
  • Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures, and tools.
  • Directed work of more than 50 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
  • Identified safety concerns and documentable fire code violations in new constructions and existing structures.
  • Created, initiated and optimized policies and procedures for fire prevention and suppression in regional structures and by emergency personnel.
  • Spearheaded public education initiatives on fire safety topics, prevention options and emergency response strategies.

Bailiff

State Of Maryland Judiciary
08.2021 - 01.2023
  • Maintained courtroom facilities, evidence and calendars.
  • Screened persons entering courthouse using magnetometers, x-ray machines and other devices to collect and retain unauthorized firearms and other contraband.
  • Screened, controlled and handled evidence and exhibits during court proceedings.
  • Called court to order and announced judge entrances.
  • Patrolled court building and grounds and checked visitors and packages at entrances.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Emergency Medical Technician I and II

Queen Anne's County Department Of Emergency Services
04.2020 - 08.2021
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
  • Operated ambulance equipment and responded to radio transmissions.
  • Attended to injuries or sudden illnesses by applying variety of simple and advanced pre-hospital treatments, including first aid, CPR, and administering injections and oxygen.
  • Adhered to established medical protocols and procedures, as well as legal guidelines and health and safety standards.

Fire Chief

Easton Volunteer Fire Department
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Directed implementation of comprehensive training operations, including drills, inspections, tests, and performance evaluations.
  • Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
  • Coordinated, scheduled, and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
  • Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
  • Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures, and tools.
  • Directed work of more than 50 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
  • Identified safety concerns and documentable fire code violations in new constructions and existing structures.
  • Created, initiated and optimized policies and procedures for fire prevention and suppression in regional structures and by emergency personnel.
  • Spearheaded public education initiatives on fire safety topics, prevention options and emergency response strategies.

First Sergeant

Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office
03.2016 - 03.2020
  • Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
  • Supervised more than 30 employees and performance of tasks and managed multiple units within my assigned division.
  • Mitigated risks by accurately analyzing and evaluating criminal prosecutory information, including complaints, citations and search warrants while processing crime scenes for State's Attorney and prosecutor case preparation.
  • Liaised with local, state and federal enforcement agencies to streamline investigation completion.
  • Increased field contacts, vehicle stops, criminal arrests and traffic citation volumes by effectively leading the Patrol and Support Service Divisions of the Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office, and establishing operational goals.
  • Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools to achieve operational readiness, safety and cleanliness.
  • Oversaw more than 250 criminal investigations each year, specializing in crimes against persons and crimes against property cases.
  • Responded to major incidents and acted as Incident Commander or Unified Command as needed.
  • Prepared employee evaluations, and reviewed evaluations completed by subordinates
  • Prepared employee schedules, approving leave, and ensuring sufficient staffing

Sergeant

Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office
06.2004 - 03.2016
  • Boosted staff productivity and performance by coordinating and standardizing disciplinary and motivational approaches.
  • Developed, implemented and controlled emergency response training, drills and overall plans.
  • Delivered staff training on combat readiness strategies while working to enhance morale and support overall welfare.
  • Policed assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Monitored and managed tactical communications to control information and focus resources.
  • Managed employee scheduling and evaluations and handled general budget development.
  • Inspected and assessed weapons and vehicles on monthly basis to detect maintenance needs.
  • Led shift briefings to inform officers of important considerations such as properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
  • Managed team of 6 or more employees on a patrol shift, including establishing and enforcing performance policies.

Fire Chief

Easton Volunteer Fire Department
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Directed implementation of comprehensive training operations, including drills, inspections, tests, and performance evaluations.
  • Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
  • Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
  • Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures, and tools.
  • Directed work of more than firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
  • Identified safety concerns and documentable fire code violations in new constructions and existing structures.
  • Rendered aid to individuals injured in fire incidents, including those suffering from smoke inhalation, broken bones or other concerns.
  • Created, initiated and optimized policies and procedures for fire prevention and suppression in regional structures and by emergency personnel.
  • Spearheaded public education initiatives on fire safety topics, prevention options and emergency response strategies.
  • Directed dispatching and emergency response procedures for personnel managing service calls and emergency situations.

Corporal

Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office
04.2000 - 06.2004
  • Policed assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools to achieve operational readiness, safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Engaged with local individuals and community leaders at public and community events to discuss ways to reduce crime.
  • Accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes, including sexual assault, domestic violence and sexual misconduct.
  • Implemented training programs for new recruits.
  • Increased field contacts, vehicle stops, criminal arrests and traffic citation volumes by effectively leading assigned personnel and establishing operational goals.

Firefighter

Kent Island Volunteer Fire Department
12.1988 - 11.2001
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Inspected all equipment following each fire call to ascertain effective functionality of hoses, breathing masks and fire tools.
  • Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
  • Calmly and effectively directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
  • Acted quickly to contain any hazardous chemicals likely to catch fire, leak or spill.
  • Interviewed, trained and deployed fire safety personnel to maximize protection of life and property.

Deputy Sheriff

Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office
04.1996 - 04.2000
  • Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
  • Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
  • Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
  • Investigated incidents and crimes, including evidence collection and witness statements.
  • Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
  • Interviewed criminal targets and witnesses to uncover facts for verification and authentication.
  • Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
  • Reduced criminal investigation lead time while initiating protocols for criminal violations.

Police Officer

Baltimore City Police Department
04.1995 - 04.1996
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
  • Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation..
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Policed assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.

Police Communications Dispatcher

Anne Arundel County Police Department
01.1993 - 04.1995
  • Questioned callers to determine nature of problems and locations to direct type of response needed.
  • Operated telephone and radio equipment to receive requests and reports from police officers, medical dispatch and firefighting crews.
  • Entered criminal record checks, driver's license numbers and warrants into telecommunications systems to fulfill officer requests.
  • Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
  • Relayed latest information to first responders via electronic means, telephone calls and radio responses.
  • Read system maps and caller information, and documented all details in system.
  • Completed appropriate forms and radio announcements for police department needs such as BOLO requests.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Emergency Communications Specialist

Talbot County Emergency Management Agency
08.1990 - 01.1993
  • Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
  • Relayed latest information to first responders via electronic means, telephone calls and radio responses.
  • Routed calls to police, fire and ambulance service to meet individual call needs.
  • Read system maps and caller information, and documented all details in system.
  • Completed appropriate forms and radio announcements for police department needs such as BOLO requests.
  • Automated document flow by ensuring logbooks and fire, accident and emergency reports were maintained with 100% accuracy.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Queen Anne's County High School
Centreville, MD
05.1989

Skills

  • Emergency Management
  • Cooperative relationships
  • Community education
  • Conditions assessment
  • Training and Teaching
  • Fire, Rescue, EMS, Hazardous Materials Operations
  • Team Leadership
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and Team Building
  • Personnel Management
  • Emergency Planning, Response, and Hazard Mitigation
  • Homeland Security
  • Dispatch and Emergency Communications
  • Relationship building and management

Awards and Recognitions

  • 1997-Maryland Sheriff's Association Deputy of the Year for Valor
  • 1997-Maryland House of Delegates Resolution of Recognition
  • 1998-United States Secret Service Recognition for Outstanding Contributions
  • 1999-Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office Deputy of the Year
  • 2003-Queen Anne's County Certificate of Appreciation for Civic and Meritorious Service
  • 2005-State of Maryland Governor's Volunteer Service Certificate
  • 2005-US Congress Certificate of Special Recognition for Service to Senior Citizens in Queen Anne's County
  • 2008-Maryland Sheriff's Association Deputy of the Year Honorable Mention for Crime Prevention
  • 2009-Easton Volunteer Fire Department Chief's Award
  • 2011-Easton Volunteer Fire Department Officer of the Year
  • 2012-Easton Volunteer Fire Department Officer of the Year
  • 2012-Mother's Against Drunk Driving Appreciation for Outstanding Support and Enforcement
  • 2015-US Senate Certificate of Special Recognition
  • 2018-Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office Legion of Honor Award

Certification

  • CPR Instructor-American Heart Association
  • Emergency Medical Technician-State of Maryland
  • Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Rescue Technician, Hazmat Technician, Airport Firefighter, Fire Service Instructor I, Fire Officer I, Fire Officer II, Fire Officer III, Public Fire and Life Safety Educator, Health and Safety Officer, Incident Safety Officer Fire Suppression, Technical Rescue, Hazmat Operations and EMS Operations-National Fire Service Professional Qualifications Board
  • Pumps, Incident Command System, Aerial Apparatus Truck Company Operations, Volunteer Company Leadership and Administration, Rural Water Supply Operations, Emergency Response to Terrorism-University of Maryland, Fire and Rescue Institute
  • Law Enforcement Entrance Level Training-Maryland Police Training Commission
  • Law Enforcement Instructor-Maryland Police Training Commission
  • Supervisor Training-Maryland Police Training Commission
  • Executive Development School-Maryland Police Training Commission
  • First Line Administrator School-Maryland Police Training Commission
  • Executive Leadership Development-National Sheriff's Association
  • Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar (LEEDS)-Federal Bureau of Investigation
  • NIMS 700, NIMS 700.B, NIMS 800.C, NIMS 100.C, NIMS 100.SCA, NIMS 100.LE, NIMS 200.C, NIMS200.FW, NIMS300, G191 ICS/EOC Interface-US Department of Homeland Security
  • General Aviation Crash Response and Fire Mitigation, Operational Strategies for Ladders, Large Truck Extrication, Man vs, Machinery Incidents, Reading Smoke, Real World Unified Command for Active Shooter Incidents, Fire Suppression, Tactical Considerations, Fire ground Risk Management-Fire Department Instructors Conference Indianapolis, IN
  • Firefighter Safety Mayday, Community Safety Educator, Awareness of Command and Control, Fire Service Supervision-National Fire Academy
  • Harassment in the Workplace-Local Government Insurance Trust

Affiliations

Talbot First

Public Safety Peer Support Team

Steering Committee Member

June 2024-Present


Talbot County Emergency Services Advisory Board

Board Member

Appointed to three-year term by Talbot County Council

December 2024-Present


Bay Country Moose Lodge #831

Queenstown, MD

Member April 2024-Present


Timeline

Communications Specialist I

Talbot County Department Of Emergency Services
01.2023 - Current

Fire Chief

Easton Volunteer Fire Department
01.2023 - 01.2025

Bailiff

State Of Maryland Judiciary
08.2021 - 01.2023

Emergency Medical Technician I and II

Queen Anne's County Department Of Emergency Services
04.2020 - 08.2021

Fire Chief

Easton Volunteer Fire Department
01.2019 - 01.2021

First Sergeant

Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office
03.2016 - 03.2020

Fire Chief

Easton Volunteer Fire Department
01.2013 - 01.2015

Adjunct Instructor

Calhoon MEBA Engineering School
01.2005 - Current

Sergeant

Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office
06.2004 - 03.2016

Firefighter

Easton Volunteer Fire Department
11.2001 - Current

Corporal

Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office
04.2000 - 06.2004

Deputy Sheriff

Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office
04.1996 - 04.2000

Police Officer

Baltimore City Police Department
04.1995 - 04.1996

Police Communications Dispatcher

Anne Arundel County Police Department
01.1993 - 04.1995

Emergency Communications Specialist

Talbot County Emergency Management Agency
08.1990 - 01.1993

Firefighter

Kent Island Volunteer Fire Department
12.1988 - 11.2001

High School Diploma -

Queen Anne's County High School

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