Ryan Ray
Herriman,UT
Summary
Experienced Fire Battalion Chief with 19 years of progressive leadership experience in emergency response, interagency coordination, and incident management. Proven track record of representing organizations in multi-agency operations, leading emergency teams, and fostering collaboration between agencies at the local and state levels. Strong communicator and strategic thinker with a deep understanding of public safety, resource management, and unified command systems. I am eager to bring this expertise into a State Agency Representative role to further support cooperative public safety initiatives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Battalion Chief
South Jordan City Fire Department
01.2017 - Current
- Oversee multiple fire stations and personnel during routine operations and emergency responses.
- Serve as Incident Commander or agency representative during large-scale incidents involving multiple jurisdictions.
- Coordinate resources and communication with outside agencies, including law enforcement, EMS, public works, and emergency management.
- Represent the department in joint operations, task forces, and regional planning efforts.
- Develop and implement operational strategies, training programs, and safety procedures.
- Provide mentorship and supervision to fire officers and staff.
- Oversees the department's procurement and continual maintenance of department vehicles and apparatus.
- Oversees and coordinates all departmental requests and deployments related to the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC).
- Oversees the city's Community Wildfire Preparedness Plan (CWPP).
- Oversees the wildland fire program within the department, demonstrating a commitment to effective management and strategic coordination.
Fire Captain
South Jordan City Fire Department
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Led emergency response crews in fire suppression, technical rescues, hazardous materials incidents, and EMS calls.
- Served as company officer and initial Incident Commander on emergency scenes.
- Worked closely with law enforcement, emergency medical services, and utility companies during field operations.
- Participated in regional mutual aid responses, including wildfires and disaster deployments.
- Conducted training and performance evaluations and maintained operational readiness of crew and equipment.
- Supported public outreach and fire prevention programs within the community.
- Assisted with developing operational procedures and participated in department committees.
Firefighter/AEMT
South Jordan City Fire Department
08.2006 - 01.2015
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Utilized various fire apparatus to respond to service calls effectively.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Drove and operated structural engines, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Services Administration
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT02-2022
Effective Leadership Skills For Fire And EMS Organ
National Fire Academy
Emmitsburg, MD05-2016
Command And Control of Multi-Alarm Incidents
National Fire Academy
Emmitsburg, MD09-2012
High School Diploma -
Alta High School
Sandy, UT05-2000
Skills
- Emergency Incident Command (ICS/NIMS)
- Operational Efficiency
- Emergency Management
- Personnel Management
- Emergency Communications
- Interagency Coordination
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-making
- Interagency Coordination & Liaison
- Public Safety & Risk Mitigation
- Strategic Planning & Crisis Response
- Multi-Agency Operations
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Leadership & Team Supervision
- Policy Implementation
- Community Relations
- Resource Allocation & Logistics
Accomplishments
- I recently attended the All Hazards Operations Section Chief Class and now have an open task book for certification.
- I possess experience in deploying resources during wildland fire incidents in both the State of Utah and the State of California. I have held positions as Engine Boss, Task Force Leader Trainee (TFL-T), and departmental administrator.
- I possess experience in all facets of both in-state and out-of-state EMAC deployments, particularly concerning the initiation, closeout process, and final billing.
Affiliations
- Salt Lake Regional IMT
- Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFC) – Member
Certification
- NWCG Firefighter Type 2 (FF2)
- NWCG Red Card
- NFPA Structure Firefighter 1
- NFPA Structure Firefighter 2
- Fire Company Officer I
- Fire Instructor I
- ADO - Pumper
- ADO - Aerial
- Hazardous Materials Technician
- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)
- ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800 (FEMA/NIMS)
- EMAC Pre-Event Preparation for Resource Providers
- EMAC Just-in-Time Training for Deploying Personnel
- EMAC Reimbursement for State Emergency Managers
References
- Available upon request
Timeline
Operations Battalion Chief
South Jordan City Fire Department
01.2017 - Current
Fire Captain
South Jordan City Fire Department
01.2011 - 01.2017
Firefighter/AEMT
South Jordan City Fire Department
08.2006 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Services Administration
Utah Valley University
Effective Leadership Skills For Fire And EMS Organ
National Fire Academy
Command And Control of Multi-Alarm Incidents
National Fire Academy
High School Diploma -
Alta High School
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