Nicole Minnis
Bedford,VA
Summary
Fire safety professional with commitment to maintaining high standards and ensuring safety compliance. Proven track record of thorough inspections and effective risk mitigation strategies. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in fire codes, safety protocols, and hazard identification.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Inspector
Radford Fire & Emergency Services
Radford
08.2025 - Current
- Radford Army Ammunition Plant
- My role at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant includes conducting thorough inspections of facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and standards. Evaluating fire protection systems, including alarms, sprinklers, and extinguishers, to ensure operational effectiveness and readiness. Also collaborating with facility management to develop and implement fire safety protocols and emergency response plans. This includes performing risk assessments to identify potential fire hazards and recommend corrective actions to mitigate risks. Provide training and guidance to staff on fire safety practices, emergency procedures, and the proper use of fire safety equipment. Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, and safety training sessions, ensuring documentation is up-to-date and compliant with federal and state regulations. Respond to fire alarms and emergencies, coordinating with local fire departments and emergency services as necessary. Participate in safety drills and exercises to enhance preparedness and response capabilities.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Bedford County Fire & Rescue, Bedford
Bedford
11.2018 - Current
- Additional responsibilities to include Fire Marshal Office:
- Fire Investigator/Inspector
- Responded to emergency calls, providing rapid assistance and life-saving interventions.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections, identifying hazards and recommending safety improvements.
- Creating incident reports for fire calls, follow up fire calls, and inspections
Corrections Officer
Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority, Bedford
Bedford
01.2016 - 10.2018
- This job includes securing inmates while in the facility (performing routine rounds throughout the facility) and moving inmates in the facility (one cell to another). On occasion transporting/escorting inmates from the facility to various appointments securely according to relevant laws, policies, and procedures. Also required is transporting inmates between facilities (Bedford, Lynchburg, Amherst, Campbell, Halifax). And providing care and correctional treatment of inmates in a respectful manner.
- Oversaw and maintained custody of 90-150 inmates in minimal security.
Education
Master of Public Admin. - Disaster Management
Liberty University
01-2025
Associate’s of Science - Paramedic Program
Central Virginia Community College
01-2022
Bachelor’s of Science - Healthcare Administration/Healthcare Management
Liberty University
01-2014
Associate’s of Art - Healthcare Administration/ Medical Records
University Of Phoenix
01-2011
Skills
- Fire suppression (structure & vehicle), fire investigation/inspection, medical skills (paramedic), administration (basic office equipment), report writing (medical and investigation), law enforcement (corrections officer), following orders/commands (prior military) People skills include deescalating situations, working well in others in high stress situations, and striving to be a positive role model as well leader
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- EPC - Emergency Pediatric Care
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- AMLS - Advanced Medical Life Support
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- TCCC - Tactical Combat Casualty Care
- EMT - Emergency Medical Tech.
- AEMT - Advanced Emergency Medical Tech.
- Paramedic (National Registry)
- Firefighter 1 & 2 (Firefighter Academy Bedford County)
- Wildland Fire - 130, 190, 180
- Hazmat - Basic Op.
- Hazmat Technician
- Mayday - Firefighter Down/Mayday & Survival
- Leadership Courses 1 & 2
- EVOC (1, 2, 3) Dept. of Fire Programs
- Surface Water Ops - Tech Swift Water Ops - Operator
- Special Operations School (2017) - To include basic ropes, confined space, & trench rescue
- Tactical Ventilation & Reading Smoke Class
- MOD 1 & 2
- Basic Jailor Academy - Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Catastrophic Injury Management - Train the Trainer (2019)
- Knowledge of essential office equipment
- FEMA NIMS - ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 (several more FEMA online classes)
- Basic Pump Ops.
- Rural Water Ops.
- Virginia Fire Officers Academy 2025
- Fire Instructor 1 - 2025
- Fire Officer 1 - 2026
- Fire and Life Safety Educator 1 - 2025
- Hazmat Materials Incident IC
- Hazmat Tech.
Additional Responsibilities
- Secretary/Treasure - Firefighter/Paramedic Local Union L4902 (2000-2021)
- Field Training Officer - BLS/ALS FTO
- Preceptor - ALS/BLS for VCU/CVCC Paramedic Program
- Fire Marshal Officer On Call - Fire Investigator/ Inspector
- Fill-in Field Lieutenant As Needed - Supervising 8-10 Providers in the field.
Timeline
Fire Inspector
Radford Fire & Emergency Services
08.2025 - Current
Firefighter/Paramedic
Bedford County Fire & Rescue, Bedford
11.2018 - Current
Corrections Officer
Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority, Bedford
01.2016 - 10.2018
Associate’s of Science - Paramedic Program
Central Virginia Community College
Bachelor’s of Science - Healthcare Administration/Healthcare Management
Liberty University
Associate’s of Art - Healthcare Administration/ Medical Records
University Of Phoenix
Master of Public Admin. - Disaster Management
Liberty University