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Natalie Morrow

Fire Division Chief and Medical Materials (Logistics) Officer
Mammoth Lakes,California

Summary

Proven leader with a successful track record of managing multiple priorities and delivering results in both the fire service and military. Skilled in team building, instruction, and leadership, with a strong commitment to safety and high-quality emergency response. Experienced in overseeing group efforts in diverse environments and excelling in key leadership roles, including Training Chief, Safety Officer, Prevention Chief, and Operational Support Leader. As a Medical Material Officer, demonstrated expertise in managing medical supply logistics, ensuring proper distribution, and advising on medical property management, accountability procedures, and operations, including blood storage and distribution. Highly organized, dependable, and results-driven professional with exceptional leadership and operational skills, ready to contribute to any team.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Material (Logistics) Officer

US Army Reserves
05.2022 - Current
  • Defined logistics strategy within medical and supply chain policies and procedures for effective integration of logistics operations.
  • Detected and enforced improvement opportunities in supply chain.
  • Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
  • Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
  • Created detailed contingency plans to address potential disruptions in the supply chain, preserving business continuity during unforeseen events or crises.
  • Enhanced warehouse organization through the development of comprehensive storage layouts and product labeling systems.
  • Coordinated mission details and communicated with unit to convey changes.

Fire Marshal/Division Chief of Prevention

Mammoth Lakes Fire Protection District
Mammoth Lakes, CA
02.1999 - Current

Fire Marshal/Division Chief

  • Compiled and maintained logbooks, run reports, and training records.
  • Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding the best way to extinguish based on the type of fuel and environment.
  • Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Optimized fire services management with the introduction of new systems, policies, procedures, and tools.
  • Assessed scenes, coordinated responses, and communicate critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
  • Created fire prevention activities to educate the general public.
  • Evaluated team performance and implement strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
  • Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
  • Inspected buildings to determine fire risk and advise owners on prevention methods.
  • Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
  • Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances, and techniques.
  • Investigated complaints, incidents, and accidents at work sites.
  • Determined work met applicable city, state, and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.
  • Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
  • Re-inspected commercial and residential constructions which previously failed inspections.
  • Conducts fire investigations
  • Instructor for fire rescue, technical rescue, hazardous materials, and EMT.

Training Chief/Division Chief

  • Established personnel qualifications and coordinated onboarding activities (CSFM training and ride-along program)
  • Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
  • Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to cover necessary material.
  • Adjusted instructional strategies according to student needs and understanding of the material.
  • Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly.
  • Assessed skill gaps for employees and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
  • Created curricula, instructions, documents, and written tests for various types of training courses.
  • Developed lesson plans, instructional materials, and written practice tests for firefighter and hazardous material training courses.

Fire Captain

  • Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding the best way to extinguish based on the type of fuel and environment.
  • Compiled and maintained logbooks, run reports, and training records.
  • Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
  • Coordinated fire control and prevention operations.
  • Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
  • Assessed scenes, coordinated responses, and communicate critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
  • Assigned firefighters to jobs at strategic locations to facilitate the rescue of persons and maximize the application of extinguishing agents.

Medical Material (Logistics) Officer

Nevada Army National Guard
Las Vegas, NV
03.2003 - 01.2022

Medical Logistic Officer (17th Sustainment Brigade)

  • Responsible for section readiness, planning, coordinating, and prioritizing CHL and medical equipment programs for the Brigade Surgeon Cell.
  • Advised the Brigade Surgeon on the status of Cass VIII (medical supplies).
  • Served as a member of the Diversity Council.
  • Acted as the Medical Operations Officer and Medical Logistic Officer for the 17th Sustainment Brigade.
  • Responsible for the maintenance and accountability of the BSS and individual equipment.
  • Acted as the Knowledge Manager for the 17th Sustainment Brigade while on deployment at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait.

Medical Service Corp Officer (MED DET 5)

  • Served on a medical detachment as the Operations Officer and Training Officer.
  • Trained medics on and help maintain their CPR and NREMT skills
  • Assisted with PHA's and patient care.
  • Supervised PHA's and Flight Physicals.
  • Responsible of the overall health and wellness of Soldiers and their families.
  • Commanding and controlling Medical units during emergency and non-emergency medical situations.
  • Instruct medical skills at service schools and medical training centers.

Education

No Degree - Emergency Management

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN

No Degree - Intermediate Level Education (ILE)

Army War Collge
Fort Leavenworth, KS

Master of Arts - Public Administration

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
02.2005

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education

Cal State University Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA
06.1998

Skills

  • Resource and logistical allocation
  • Firefighting operations
  • Fire protection
  • Damage, danger, and loss prevention
  • Database administration
  • Public education programs
  • Code compliance - Life safety, fire, building
  • Instructor and Educator
  • Logistics planning and supply chain optimization
  • Strategic planning

Certification

Professional Certifications:

  • Chief Officer, Fire Officer, Firefighter I and II

Instructor Certifications:

  • Instructor Basic Emergency Vehicles Operations, Basic Pump Operations, Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator IA, Driver Operator, Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator IB: Pump Apparatus
  • Instructor of Confined Space Awareness
  • Instructor Hazardous Materials Incident Commander
  • Fire Instructor IA; Fire Instructor IB; Fire Instructor 2B

Technical Certifications

  • Low Angle Rope Rescue Operational; Rescue Systems I; Rescue Systems II; Trench Rescue Operations; Confined Space Operations

Fire Investigation

  • Fire Investigation Fire Investigation 1A; Fire Investigation 1B; PC 832: Arrest and Firearms; Fire Investigation 210: Wildfire Fire Origin and Cause determination

Prevention and Plans Examiner Certifications

  • Fire Prevention 1A: Introduction to the California Fire Code; Fire Prevention 1B: Inspection fo Fire Protection Systems and Special Hazards. Fire Inspector 1B: Fire and Life Safety; Fire Prevention 1C: Flammable Liquids and Gases; Fire Prevention 2A: Fire Protection Systems and Building Components; Fire Prevention 2B: Interpreting the UBC and CCR; Fire Prevention 2C: Special Hazard Occupancies; Fire Prevention 3B: Plans Review; Fire Prevention 3A: Hydraulic Sprinkler Calculations; Plans Examiner IA: Building Plan Review; Plans Examiner IB: Fire , and Life Safety System Plan Review; Plan Examiner 1C: Hazards and Special Operations Plan Review;

Fire Management Certifications

  • Fire Management 1: Management/Supervision for Company Officers; Fire Management 2B: Fire Service Financial Management; Fire Management 2A: Organizational Development and Human Relations; Fire Command 2B: Management of Major Hazardous; Fire Management 2C: Personnel and Labor Relations; Fire Management 2D: Strategic Planning; Fire Management 2E: Ethics and the Challenge of Leadership;

Fire Officer Certifications

  • Fire Command 1A: Command Principles for the Company Officer; Fire Command 1B: Incident Management for Company Officers; Fire Command 1C: I-Zone Firefighting for Company Officers; Fire Command 2C: High-rise Firefighting Tactics; Fire Command 2A: Command Tactics at Major Fires; Fire Command 2B: Management of Major Hazardous Materials Incidents; Fire Command 2C: High-rise tactical firefighter; Fire Command 2D: Planning for Large Scale Disasters; Fire Command 2E: Wildland Firefighting Tactics (1996); Company Officer 2E: Wildland Incident Operations

Other Certifications

  • Fire Control 3A: Structural firefighting in Acquired Structures
  • Hazardous Materials Specialist
  • ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 300, ICS 400 NIMS 700, NIMS 800
  • Safety Officer
  • Hazardous Material Transportation Officer
  • Ethical Leadership
  • Driver Operator IA; Driver Operator 1B
  • Vehicle Extrication
  • Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)

Wildland Certification Courses

  • Ah-330: Strike Team/Task Force Leader All Hazards; Engine Boss; Single Resource;

California Specialist Training Institute (CSTI)

  • Hazardous Materials First Responder Instructor
  • Public Information Officer

National Emergency Medical Technician

  • NREMT Instructor

FEMA

  • An Introduction to Hazardous Materials
  • Social Media in Emergency Management
  • Military Resources in Emergency Management
  • Preparing for Federal Disaster Operations: FEMA Response Partners
  • Fundamentals of Emergency Management
  • Leadership and Influence
  • Decision Making and Problem Solving
  • Effective Communication
  • Introduction to Hazardous Mitigation
  • Basic Workplace Security Awareness
  • Community Preparedness Implementing Simple Activities for Everyone

Timeline

Medical Material (Logistics) Officer

US Army Reserves
05.2022 - Current

Medical Material (Logistics) Officer

Nevada Army National Guard
03.2003 - 01.2022

Fire Marshal/Division Chief of Prevention

Mammoth Lakes Fire Protection District
02.1999 - Current

No Degree - Emergency Management

Capella University

No Degree - Intermediate Level Education (ILE)

Army War Collge

Master of Arts - Public Administration

Walden University

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education

Cal State University Bakersfield

Professional Certifications:

  • Chief Officer, Fire Officer, Firefighter I and II

Instructor Certifications:

  • Instructor Basic Emergency Vehicles Operations, Basic Pump Operations, Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator IA, Driver Operator, Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator IB: Pump Apparatus
  • Instructor of Confined Space Awareness
  • Instructor Hazardous Materials Incident Commander
  • Fire Instructor IA; Fire Instructor IB; Fire Instructor 2B

Technical Certifications

  • Low Angle Rope Rescue Operational; Rescue Systems I; Rescue Systems II; Trench Rescue Operations; Confined Space Operations

Fire Investigation

  • Fire Investigation Fire Investigation 1A; Fire Investigation 1B; PC 832: Arrest and Firearms; Fire Investigation 210: Wildfire Fire Origin and Cause determination

Prevention and Plans Examiner Certifications

  • Fire Prevention 1A: Introduction to the California Fire Code; Fire Prevention 1B: Inspection fo Fire Protection Systems and Special Hazards. Fire Inspector 1B: Fire and Life Safety; Fire Prevention 1C: Flammable Liquids and Gases; Fire Prevention 2A: Fire Protection Systems and Building Components; Fire Prevention 2B: Interpreting the UBC and CCR; Fire Prevention 2C: Special Hazard Occupancies; Fire Prevention 3B: Plans Review; Fire Prevention 3A: Hydraulic Sprinkler Calculations; Plans Examiner IA: Building Plan Review; Plans Examiner IB: Fire , and Life Safety System Plan Review; Plan Examiner 1C: Hazards and Special Operations Plan Review;

Fire Management Certifications

  • Fire Management 1: Management/Supervision for Company Officers; Fire Management 2B: Fire Service Financial Management; Fire Management 2A: Organizational Development and Human Relations; Fire Command 2B: Management of Major Hazardous; Fire Management 2C: Personnel and Labor Relations; Fire Management 2D: Strategic Planning; Fire Management 2E: Ethics and the Challenge of Leadership;

Fire Officer Certifications

  • Fire Command 1A: Command Principles for the Company Officer; Fire Command 1B: Incident Management for Company Officers; Fire Command 1C: I-Zone Firefighting for Company Officers; Fire Command 2C: High-rise Firefighting Tactics; Fire Command 2A: Command Tactics at Major Fires; Fire Command 2B: Management of Major Hazardous Materials Incidents; Fire Command 2C: High-rise tactical firefighter; Fire Command 2D: Planning for Large Scale Disasters; Fire Command 2E: Wildland Firefighting Tactics (1996); Company Officer 2E: Wildland Incident Operations

Other Certifications

  • Fire Control 3A: Structural firefighting in Acquired Structures
  • Hazardous Materials Specialist
  • ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 300, ICS 400 NIMS 700, NIMS 800
  • Ethical Leadership
  • Driver Operator IA; Driver Operator 1B
  • Vehicle Extrication
  • Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)

Wildland Certification Courses

  • Ah-330: Strike Team/Task Force Leader All Hazards; Engine Boss; Single Resource;

California Specialist Training Institute (CSTI)

  • Hazardous Materials First Responder Instructor
  • Public Information Officer

National Emergency Medical Technician

  • NREMT Instructor

FEMA

  • An Introduction to Hazardous Materials
  • Social Media in Emergency Management
  • Military Resources in Emergency Management
  • Preparing for Federal Disaster Operations: FEMA Response Partners
  • Fundamentals of Emergency Management
  • Leadership and Influence
  • Decision Making and Problem Solving
  • Effective Communication
  • Introduction to Hazardous Mitigation
  • Basic Workplace Security Awareness
  • Community Preparedness Implementing Simple Activities for Everyone




Accomplishments

  • Awarded the Army Safety Officer Award of Excellence for outstanding performance as a Safety Officer and for authoring the unit's comprehensive safety manual.
  • Redesigned and reorganized the fire prevention division, enhancing its overall effectiveness and efficiency.

Work Availability

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Affiliations

  • UC Santa Barbara Women's Leadership Program
  • National Fire Protection Service (NFPA)
  • California State Firefighters Association (CSFA)

Work Preference

Work Location

Remote

Important To Me

Flexible work hours

Interests

Outdoor activites

Travel

Software

Microsoft Suites

Adobe Suites

Natalie MorrowFire Division Chief and Medical Materials (Logistics) Officer