Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Patrick McDonough

Norwood Fire Department
East Walpole,MA
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience

Dynamic Fire Lieutenant with extensive experience at Norwood Fire Department, excelling in problem-solving and team collaboration. Proven track record in enhancing firefighter safety and operational efficiency during emergency responses. Skilled in training personnel and citizens on suppression techniques while adapting educational programs to diverse audiences, ensuring impactful community outreach and engagement.

Work History

Fire Prevention Lieutenant

1 Year 9 Months
Norwood Fire Department | 09.2021 - 06.2023
  • Inspected equipment and readiness, correcting deficiencies before emergency situations.
  • Oversaw fire prevention activities, including inspections, public education, and code compliance support.
  • Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.

Fire Lieutenant

5 Years 8 Months
Norwood Fire Department | 03.2021 - Current
  • Supervised firefighting crews during emergency response, ensuring disciplined operations and firefighter safety.
  • Directed incident scene activities, coordinating apparatus placement, tactics, and communications.
  • Evaluated fireground conditions and adjusted response strategy to protect lives and property.
  • Trained personnel on suppression techniques, rescue procedures, and department operating protocols.

SAFE Educator

8 Months
Norwood Fire Department | 03.2026 - Current
  • Developed fire safety presentations for schools, community groups, and public outreach.
  • Coordinated educational programs with firefighters, staff, and community partners.
  • Prepared training materials aligned with department safety procedures and outreach goals.
  • Adapted lessons for age-specific audiences to improve understanding and engagement.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.

Education

Master of Science - Public Safety Leadership & Administration

Arizona State University | Tempe, AZ | 05.2026

Bachelor of Science - Fire Administration

Anna Maria College | Paxton, MA | 05.2018

Skills

Problem-solving
Team collaboration
Flexibility and adaptability
Goal setting
Firefighter safety
Personnel management

Certification

Fire Officer

Fire Prevention Basic, One and Two

Fire Instructor

Incident Commander

PFALSE

Fire Educator

Timeline

SAFE Educator

Norwood Fire Department
03.2026 - CurrentRead More

Fire Prevention Lieutenant

Norwood Fire Department
09.2021 - 06.2023Read More

Fire Lieutenant

Norwood Fire Department
03.2021 - CurrentRead More

Arizona State University

Master of Science from Public Safety Leadership & Administration
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Anna Maria College

Bachelor of Science from Fire Administration
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Patrick McDonough