Murray Wilson
Battalion Chief, Fire & Emergency Services Field
Salado,TX
Summary
Professional Fire service member with over 23 years of dynamic and accomplished fire service residency. With critical experience in fire suppression, wildland fires, technical rescue operations, hazardous materials and airport firefighting, I showcase my reliability/adaptability with skills in emergency response, incident command and effective communication. My dedicated drive will continue to enhance my operational efficiency and safety in high-pressure environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
25
25
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Supervisory Firefighter/Battalion Chief
Fort Hood Fire Dept.
06.2008 - Current
- Oversee daily operations of assigned battalion and ensure all firefighters are properly trained and equipped
- Develop and implement training programs for firefighters and officers
- Supervise firefighting activities and provide direction and guidance to firefighters and officers
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with local agencies and organizations
- Ensure compliance with department policies, procedures, and regulations
- Participate in fire investigations and analysis to identify areas for improvement
- Assist with the development and implementation of emergency response plans and strategies
- Provide leadership and mentorship to firefighters and officers
- Represent the fire department in public relations and community events
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Fire Chief
- Coordinate the organization, staffing, and operational activities for assigned program, activities and operations of the Fire Department including operations, emergency medical services, training, facility/equipment maintenance, and related programs, services, and operations.
- Serve as Officer-in-Charge for assigned shift; supervise line personnel (EMT/Firefighters); respond to alarms as required by departmental policy; act as incident commander at emergency scenes and assume command of operations; prepare follow-up incident reports and investigations as required.
- Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, standard operating guidelines and priorities; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures and standard operating guidelines.
- Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvements.
- Direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for assigned Shift programs, functions, services, and activities; assign work activities, training and projects; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
- Participate in the selection of assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
- Participate in the development and administration of assigned program budget(s); forecast funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; recommend adjustments as necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Emergency Management
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN 05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL06-2008
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Crafton Hills College
Yucaipa, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Bilingual: Spanish (Speak, Read and Write)
FAA 107 Drone Pilot on Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Program Manager: Technical Rescue/PPE Cleaning & Readiness
22 Year Air Force Veteran (Active Duty and Reservist)
Data Collection (NFIRs to ER transition)(ER to First Due Transition)
Active Member: Honor Guard/Swift Water Rescue/Drone Team/Technical Rescue
Knowledgeable in programs (ER, First Due, ACES-FD, Vector)
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Program Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, etc)
Certification
IFSAC Fire Fighter I/II
Timeline
Supervisory Firefighter/Battalion Chief
Fort Hood Fire Dept.
06.2008 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Aviation
Liberty University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Emergency Management
West Texas A&M University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Purdue University
05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Crafton Hills College
05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Community College of The Air Force