Scott Kirtlan
Wabash City Fire Department
Wabash
1
Certification
21
years of professional experience
Dedicated firefighter/paramedic and fire instructor with over 20 years of experience in emergency management and public safety. Skilled in mentoring new instructors and delivering impactful training programs, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence within teams as a department officer.
Work History
Instructor
5 Years 1 Month- Developed and delivered training programs on emergency response protocols and safety procedures.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through participant feedback and performance assessments.
- Mentored new instructors on curriculum development and instructional techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
Firefighter/Paramedic
20 Years 11 Months- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate life-saving interventions and support.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and codes.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools effectively during emergency situations.
- Collaborated with team members to develop and implement training programs for new recruits.
- Assume Incident command on fire and rescue scenes
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Developed community outreach programs, educating the public on fire safety and prevention measures.
Education
Associate of Science - Automotive Management
Skills
Public speaking
Class instruction
Group and individual instruction
Advanced life support
Direct patient care
Patient management
Intubation
Intravenous therapy
IV insertion
Airway management
Emergency management
Certification
- Fire Investigator- 2013
- Fire instructor Training - 2009
- Primary Instructor(EMS)-2019
- Fire Officer-2010
- Paramedic-2007
- Fire Inspector- 2013
- Current EMS Certifications: CPR, ACLS, PALS, PEPP
Timeline
Instructor
Indiana Department Of Homeland Security
06.2021 - CurrentRead More
Firefighter/Paramedic
Wabash City Fire Department
08.2005 - CurrentRead More
Lincoln Technical Institute
Associate of Science from Automotive Management
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