Rachelle Escatel
Klamath Falls,OR
Summary
Highly skilled in emergency management, with experience leading disaster response and recovery operations. Known for developing and implementing comprehensive emergency preparedness plans, facilitating effective coordination among local, state, and federal agencies. Strengths include strategic planning, crisis communication, and team leadership to ensure swift and efficient response to emergencies. Demonstrated ability to significantly reduce community vulnerability to natural disasters and other threats through proactive risk assessment and mitigation strategies. Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Manager
Klamath Tribes
Chiloquin, OR
10.2023 - Current
- Managed budgets related to emergency planning initiatives.
- Developed and deepened relationships with local municipalities, county departments and city agencies to facilitate smooth planning and coordination of emergency response.
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures pertaining to disaster relief efforts.
- Updated emergency preparedness resource materials plan to comply with federal and state regulations.
- Created and managed plans for emergencies, security concerns, natural disasters and medical incidents.
- Analyzed data from past events in order to improve future responses.
- Created emergency situation status reports to discuss response and recovery efforts.
- Developed communication strategies between multiple departments in order to facilitate coordination during an event.
- Prepared presentations on relevant topics such as risk assessment, response protocols.
- Stayed up to date on federal, state and local regulations governing emergency response plans.
- Identified practical and potential problems facing emergency services and implemented realistic and successful solutions.
- Provided guidance on best practices for responding to crisis situations.
- Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of existing emergency plans.
- Assessed current resources available in order to respond effectively during an emergency situation.
- Studied successful plans from other locations to assess opportunities to improve program operation.
- Conducted training programs on safety protocols for personnel in case of emergencies.
- Implemented new technologies or processes that enhance the efficiency of operations during a disaster.
- Communicated departmental, organizational and industry information to staff to help each person better carry out organizational goals.
- Set up evacuation and emergency response plans.
- Developed and implemented emergency plans to prepare for natural disasters.
- Devised and implemented improved care models to increase throughput, patient experiences and staff onboarding.
- Coordinated with local, state and federal agencies to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all emergency response procedures.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop strategies for risk mitigation.
- Facilitated meetings between key stakeholders regarding emergency management issues.
- Inspected emergency facilities and equipment to maintain optimal functional capabilities in emergency situations.
- Created reports detailing emergency preparedness activities and progress made towards goals.
- Conducted research on emerging trends in the field of emergency management.
Firefighter EMT
Chiloquin Fire and Rescue
Chiloquin, OR
04.2013 - 11.2019
- Transported injured persons safely from accident sites to hospitals for treatment.
- Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
- Monitored weather conditions for potential threats such as wildland fires or flash flooding.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
- Participated in on-call schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends or holidays.
- Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Facilitated public education programs about fire safety awareness.
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Located victims trapped by fires, extricated and rendered first aid.
- Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
- Worked on equipment desk and demobilized fire engines, water tenders and other machinery used in responding to incidents.
Education
GED -
Klamath Adult Learning Center
Klamath Falls, OR02-2011
Skills
- Emergency planning
- Geographic information systems
- First aid training
- Evacuation procedures
- Incident command
- Interagency collaboration
- Public safety
- Disaster response
- Emergency communications
- Crisis management
- Multitasking
- Analytical thinking
- Technical writing
Accomplishments
- 2024 Tribal Emergency Manager of the Year from Oregon Emergency Management Association
Certification
- ICS 300
- ICS 400
Timeline
Emergency Manager
Klamath Tribes
10.2023 - Current
Firefighter EMT
Chiloquin Fire and Rescue
04.2013 - 11.2019
GED -
Klamath Adult Learning Center
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