Roy Everett
Cortland
Summary
Fire Captain and Zoning Officer with extensive experience at the City of Cortland, excelling in personnel management and public education. Proven track record in enhancing community safety through effective fire inspections and code compliance, while fostering collaborative relationships. Skilled in technical report writing and incident, ensuring regulatory adherence and proactive problem-solving.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Captain/Zoning Officer/Asst. Director
City of Cortland
03.2022 - Current
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Developed strong relationships with community leaders, fostering trust and collaboration for public safety initiatives.
- Enforced compliance with city regulations and ordinances pertaining to land use, zoning, nuisance housing, building codes and health and safety.
- Facilitated positive relationships with community members by addressing concerns promptly and professionally, fostering trust in the code enforcement process.
- Improved community safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying code violations in residential and commercial properties.
- Enhanced public awareness of local codes and regulations by developing educational materials and conducting informational sessions.
- Streamlined the code enforcement process for faster resolutions through diligent record-keeping and timely communication with property owners.
- Assisted in updating local ordinances for greater clarity and alignment with state or federal standards, promoting easier understanding among residents.
- Drafted, researched and rewrote municipal codes.
- Conducted regular training sessions for new Code Enforcement Officers, sharing best practices for inspections, documentation, and case management procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, attending conferences and training sessions related to zoning administration.
- Maintained accurate records of all zoning activities for easy reference and regulatory compliance.
- Facilitated constructive discussions between applicants and relevant stakeholders during controversial projects.
- Efficiently managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines for plan reviews and inspections.
- Provided excellent customer service to applicants seeking assistance with their permits or questions about zoning regulations.
- Enhanced zoning compliance by thoroughly reviewing building plans and permit applications.
- Reduced non-compliance issues by proactively identifying potential problems during plan review stages.
- Updated land use maps and zoning databases to reflect current information accurately.
- Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Determined work met applicable city, state and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with planning and other teams to cement partnerships and achieve mutual goals.
Firefighter/Code Enforcement Officer
City of Cortland
02.2011 - 03.2022
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Conducted thorough investigations of fire scenes to determine causes, contributing to prevention efforts.
- Improved public awareness and education on fire safety practices through community workshops and school programs.
- Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Diagnosed and located hazardous materials and other sources of fires.
- Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
- Contributed to fire investigation reports and provided testimony in court.
- Improved community safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying code violations in residential and commercial properties.
- Enforced compliance with city regulations and ordinances pertaining to land use, zoning, nuisance housing, building codes and health and safety.
- Facilitated positive relationships with community members by addressing concerns promptly and professionally, fostering trust in the code enforcement process.
- Enhanced overall departmental performance by attending professional development courses and conferences, sharing acquired knowledge with colleagues upon return.
- Assisted in the containment of hazardous materials spills, ensuring public safety and environmental protection.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Protection Technology
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY05-2020
High School Diploma -
Cortland Junior/Senior High School
City Of Cortland06-1985
Skills
- Personnel management
- Public education
- Hazardous materials response
- Incident command
- Fire inspection suppression
- Fire prevention
- Staff performance evaluation
- Budget administration
- Fire inspection investigations
- Fire investigation
- Staff development and leadership
- Municipal codes
- Technical report writing
- Collaborative teamwork
- Environmental assessment
- Site plan review
- Permit processing
- Code compliance
- Zoning regulations expertise
- Technical inspections
- Site inspection
- HVAC inspection
- Fire protection systems
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) 193454
- NYS Code Enforcement Officer 0612-0116
- National Pro Board Certifications as Follows:
- Fire Fighter I 2000.06.291001 - ONONDAGA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
- Fire Fighter I 2011.05.111001 - 2008 New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control
- Fire Fighter II 2011.05.111001 - 2008 New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control
- Instructor I 2001.01.121041 - 1996 NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF FIRE PREVENTION AND CONTROL
- Fire Instructor II 2012.10.091041 - 2007 New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control
- Fire Investigator 2018.05.241033 - 2014 New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control
- Fire Officer I 2018.12.121021 - 2014 New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control
- Fire Officer II 2019.03.041021 - 2014 New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control
- Fire Officer III2023.05.261021 - 2020New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control
- Hazardous Materials First Responder at the Operations Level with Product Control Mission Specific Competency 2011.05.11472 - 2008 New York State Office of Fire
Timeline
Fire Captain/Zoning Officer/Asst. Director
City of Cortland
03.2022 - Current
Firefighter/Code Enforcement Officer
City of Cortland
02.2011 - 03.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Protection Technology
Onondaga Community College
High School Diploma -
Cortland Junior/Senior High School
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