Ryne Maxwell Nelsen
Harlan,IA
Summary
Well-trained Firefighter/Officer, knowledgeable about tools, equipment and techniques used in various types of firefighting. Focused on approaching all fires with safety-first mentality. Highly analytical, observant and resourceful. Enthused with this ever changing industry and the deep culture it represents.
Highly motivated professional with many years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with Co-Workers, staff and clients while managing administrative roles. Comfortable working independently or as a member of a team striving to accomplish a goal. Energetic and ready to network with new and existing clients.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Stars and Bars Entertainment
Harlan, IA
07.2019 - Current
- Inflatable Bounce House and Games Vendor
- Scheduling and talking with clients
- Setting up / taking down equipment
- Inspecting and maintaining equipment and ensuring safe operations
- Day to day operations
Fire Captain
Harlan Fire Dept.
Harlan, IA
10.2011 - Current
- Responsible for various equipment testing, being a leader and mentor for the department and its members.
- Collaborate with other departments to maintain current knowledge of training needs.
- Served as a Fire Fighter since joining in 2011, with promotion to Lieutenant in 2016, then to Captain in 2023 increasing my responsibilities and opportunities within the department.
- Obtained multiple certifications including, Rope Rescue, Confined Space, Fire Fighter 1, Fire Fighter 2, Instructor 1, Industrial Rescue, Wild land Fire Fighter 1 and 2, Haz-Mat Ops, and Grain Bin Rescue
- I serve in additional capacities as Honor Guard, Tactical E.M.T Team, Saw Team, Tri County Haz-Mat, and current board member/ Officer.
Fire Fighter, Faller
Wild Land Fire Fighter, Iowa DNR
, Region 4
09.2012 - Current
- Wild Land Fire Fighter 1 and 2, Level B Faller, and Squad Boss
- Have been on 4 out of state deployments which include, Wesley Fire 2012, Hurricane Sandy 2012, The Rim Fire 2013, Big Cougar Fire 2014
- Assisted in many prescribed burns within the county,from the planning stages to firing operations
- Have been on 5 in state Saw Team activations
- Helped maintain equipment, squad boss, board member and saw instructor.
911 Dispatcher
Shelby County EMA
Harlan, IA
09.2014 - 04.2021
- 911 call taker for Police, Fire and EMS
- Certified in EMD, EPD, MACH, NCIC, CPR and Tactical Dispatch
- Handle admin calls and day to day radio traffic with all agencies in Shelby County and various outside agencies
- Enter and Validate warrants and information with NCIC
- Log calls with CAD and handle other various paperwork within the office
EMS Director for Shelby County
Shelby County Emergency Management
Harlan, IA
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Over saw all EMS for the Fire Departments in Shelby County (9) and worked closely with the hospital and private ambulance service
- Worked with state and local personnel to ensure all codes/laws were being upheld per all SOPs
- Set up trainings for EMS personnel in the county and kept all records up to date within the state systems
- Held biweekly meetings with senior officials and other departments to ensure inter agency coordination
- Worked with numerous vendors to keep everyone in the county up to date with new technology and trends in the industry while combating the "Its always been this way" mind set
- Brought 10 years worth of back log and missing documentation up to date within 6 months
- Funding was cut for the position in January 2022
- Completed a hybrid EMT class in August of 2021
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
Minneapolis, MN05.2011
High School Diploma -
Harlan Community High School
Harlan, IA05.2009
Skills
- Work well with my hands, able to pick up on things fast
- Able to motivate others around me and maintain a enjoyable working environment
- Have the ability to project calm in stressful situations
- analytical thinker with the ability to find unique solutions to complex challenges
- Great communication skills/ Can strike up a conversation with anyone
- Takes constructive criticism well
- A passionate and ever growing understanding of the fire service and all it entails
- Adept with the use of electronic technology
Timeline
EMS Director for Shelby County
Shelby County Emergency Management
04.2021 - 01.2022
Owner/Operator
Stars and Bars Entertainment
07.2019 - Current
911 Dispatcher
Shelby County EMA
09.2014 - 04.2021
Fire Fighter, Faller
Wild Land Fire Fighter, Iowa DNR
09.2012 - Current
Fire Captain
Harlan Fire Dept.
10.2011 - Current
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
High School Diploma -
Harlan Community High School
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