RYAN QUALLS
Westlake,LA
Summary
Experienced Fire Chief offering extensive list of successes building and leading talented teams in training, drills and high-danger emergency events. Highly committed to safety and continuous provision of quality emergency response. Equipped with strong background overseeing group efforts across diverse facilities ranging in size and complexity.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Chief
Rural Metro Fire - Citgo
10.2022 - Current
- Manage department budget effectively, prioritizing essential equipment purchases and maintenance without compromising safety standards.
- Update standard operating procedures to reflect advancements in firefighting technology and best practices.
- Coordinate, schedule, and maintain team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
- Supervise firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
- Prepare and adjust schedules to cover demand.
- Oversee proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Direct work of 30 firefighters engaged in emergency response.
Fire Captain
Rural Metro Fire - Citgo
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate staffing for optimal response times during emergencies.
- Checked fire suppression equipment regularly and oversaw upkeep.
- Directed work of 5 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
Training Technician
Calcasieu Emergency Response Training Center
05.2018 - 10.2022
- Conducted firefighting, hazardous materials and rescue training for clients.
- Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to cover necessary material.
- Adjusted instructional strategies according to student needs and understanding of material.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality of workmanship or attention to detail.
Fire Lieutenant
Rural Metro Fire - Citgo
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Increased firefighter safety by enforcing strict adherence to department policies and procedures during emergency operations.
- Mentored new firefighters, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Evaluated personnel performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and identifying individual strengths to match skill sets with appropriate assignments.
Fire Captain
Westlake Fire Department
03.2006 - 02.2021
- Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
- Led a team of firefighters in extinguishing fires, minimizing environmental impact and potential harm to nearby residents.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Served as a firefighter for 5 years, then a lieutenant for 7 years before promoting to captain.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Louisiana State University At Eunice
Eunice, LA12.2018
Skills
- Incident Command
- Emergency Management
- Interagency Coordination
- Hazardous Materials Response
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Occupational safety
- Records Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective Communication
- Administration and management
Certification
- Executive Chief Officer, NFA
- Leadership in Supervision, NFA
- Fire Officer IV - IFSAC
- HazMat Technician - IFSAC
- Fire Instructor II - IFSAC
- Live Fire Instructor - IFSAC
- Driver/Operator Pumper - IFSAC
- Driver/Operator Aerial - IFSAC
- Rope Rescue I/II - IFSAC
- Licensed EMT
- EMS Instructor - LA BEMS
- CPR Instructor - AHA
- SCBA Technician II - 3M/Scott
- Highway Emergency Response Specialist - SERTC
Timeline
Fire Chief
Rural Metro Fire - Citgo
10.2022 - Current
Fire Captain
Rural Metro Fire - Citgo
08.2022 - 10.2022
Fire Lieutenant
Rural Metro Fire - Citgo
06.2021 - 08.2022
Training Technician
Calcasieu Emergency Response Training Center
05.2018 - 10.2022
Fire Captain
Westlake Fire Department
03.2006 - 02.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Louisiana State University At Eunice
- Executive Chief Officer, NFA
- Leadership in Supervision, NFA
- Fire Officer IV - IFSAC
- HazMat Technician - IFSAC
- Fire Instructor II - IFSAC
- Live Fire Instructor - IFSAC
- Driver/Operator Pumper - IFSAC
- Driver/Operator Aerial - IFSAC
- Rope Rescue I/II - IFSAC
- Licensed EMT
- EMS Instructor - LA BEMS
- CPR Instructor - AHA
- SCBA Technician II - 3M/Scott
- Highway Emergency Response Specialist - SERTC
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