SCOTT D. LARSEN
Manitowoc,USA
Summary
Professional with strong background in firefighting and public safety. Proven ability to lead teams, adapt to changing circumstances, and achieve desired outcomes. Skilled in incident stabilization, crisis management, and community engagement. Known for leadership, reliability, integrity, and fostering collaborative environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lieutenant
Manitowoc Fire Department
05.2022 - Current
- Officer of a two-company station
- Lead drills and trainings to enhance team readiness
- Monitor and evaluate crew performance
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior firefighters and motor pump operators
- Acts in the position of battalion chief leading four stations
- Developed and implemented training programs for new firefighters, enhancing operational readiness and skill proficiency
- Conducted public presentations on various topics related to fire safety and community issues; effectively educating citizens while fostering strong relationships
Motor Pump Operator/Paramedic
Manitowoc Fire Department
02.2011 - 05.2022
- Operated emergency apparatus in a safe and effective manner
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections on fire apparatus to maintain readiness
- Educated junior members on proper pumping and driving techniques
- Updated the MPO pump pressure reference chart
- Acts in the position of Lieutenant
Firefighter/Paramedic
Manitowoc Fire Department
09.2000 - 02.2011
- Continually improved firefighting, rescue, and medical skills and knowledge
- Operated firefighting equipment, maintaining readiness for immediate response situations.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing rapid assessment and intervention during fire incidents.
- Worked as an effective team member both during emergency situations and non-emergency activities
Education
Command and control of incident operations R0312 -
National Fire Academy
Emmitsburg, Maryland01.2026
Leaderships development and Decision Making -
Illinois Fire Service Institute
Urbana, Illinois11.2024
Associate Degree - Individualized Technical Studies-Fire Protection/Paramedic Technician
Lakeshore Technical College
Cleveland, Wisconsin12.2004
Wisconsin State Paramedic License -
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, Wisconsin06.2000
Skills
- Incident command systems
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Situational awareness
- Public relations
- Program coordination
- Training and mentoring
- Emergency response
- Multitasking and organization
- Equipment maintenance
Certification
- Certified Fire Officer 2
- Certified Fire Instructor 1
- ICS 100, 200, IS 700, IS 800
- Wisconsin State Driver Operator Aerial
- Wisconsin State Driver Operator Pumper
- Wisconsin State Firefighter 2
- Blue Card ICS Certified
Special Assignments
- Coordinator of the probationary firefighter recruit class
- Adjunct instructor at Lincoln High School firefighter program
Timeline
Lieutenant
Manitowoc Fire Department
05.2022 - Current
Motor Pump Operator/Paramedic
Manitowoc Fire Department
02.2011 - 05.2022
Firefighter/Paramedic
Manitowoc Fire Department
09.2000 - 02.2011
Command and control of incident operations R0312 -
National Fire Academy
Leaderships development and Decision Making -
Illinois Fire Service Institute
Associate Degree - Individualized Technical Studies-Fire Protection/Paramedic Technician
Lakeshore Technical College
Wisconsin State Paramedic License -
Chippewa Valley Technical College