Scot Gottschalk
Nokomis,FL
Summary
Vigilant Fire Lieutenant / Paramedic boasting 28 year career. Extensive knowledge of firefighting methods and emergency medical treatment protocols. Dedicated to providing quality service to over 447,000 citizens in Sarasota County. Outstanding decision-making, problem-solving and communication talents.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Lieutenant
Sarasota County Fire Department
1996.01 - Current
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.
- Directed work of 16 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
- Oversaw scene operations and assigned firefighters to strategic locations.
- Evaluated team performance and implemented strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
- Assigned firefighters to jobs at strategic locations to facilitate rescue of persons and maximize application of extinguishing agents.
- Inspected stations, uniforms and vehicles regularly for signs of maintenance needs or general professionalism.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FLNo Degree - Fire Officer Training
Florida State Fire College
11655 NW Gainesville Rd, Ocala, FL 34482Skills
- Life and Property Protection
- Fire Department Procedures
- Fire Response Team Direction
- Emergency Medical Treatment
- EMS Expertise
- Firefighting Techniques Expertise
- Disaster Management
- Reading Comprehension
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Firefighting Operations
Hobbies
Hobbies include scuba diving, golfing and cruising when I can.
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
Sarasota County Fire Department
1996.01 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
Florida SouthWestern State College
No Degree - Fire Officer Training
Florida State Fire College
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