Sean Slamon
Carson City
Summary
Results-driven leader with extensive experience in fire service operations, emergency management, and organizational leadership, dedicated to public safety and community well-being.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Chief/Emergency Manager
Carson City, Department
01.2017 - Current
- Provides Leadership and Management to six divisions: Fire Operations, EMS & Ambulance Operations (4 ALS and 1 BLS Ambulance), Wildland Fire and Fuels Reduction, Fire Prevention, Emergency Management, and Administrative Services
- Develops and directs the implementation of the department's goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards
- Plans, organizes, administers, reviews, and evaluates the activities of operational, technical, and office support staff through subordinate managers and supervisors
- Assumes personal command of fire suppression or disaster control activities at major incident scenes
- Administers broad-based response programs, including the Incident Command System, ensuring compliance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements
- Oversees fire prevention activities, public education programs, and fire code enforcement
- Provides mutual aid and contract services to regional agencies
- Directs staff selection, training, and professional development, ensuring effective morale, productivity, and discipline
- Represents the City at governmental, professional, and public meetings; presents to the Board of Supervisors and other entities
- Monitors legislative developments impacting departmental operations; recommends and implements policy improvements.
Fire Chief/Emergency Manager
Carson City, Department
01.2017 - Current
- Provides Leadership and Management to six divisions: Fire Operations, EMS & Ambulance Operations (4 ALS and 1 BLS Ambulance), Wildland Fire and Fuels Reduction, Fire Prevention, Emergency Management, and Administrative Services
- Develops and directs the implementation of the department's goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards
- Plans, organizes, administers, reviews, and evaluates the activities of operational, technical, and office support staff through subordinate managers and supervisors
- Assumes personal command of fire suppression or disaster control activities at major incident scenes
- Administers broad-based response programs, including the Incident Command System, ensuring compliance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements
- Oversees fire prevention activities, public education programs, and fire code enforcement
- Provides mutual aid and contract services to regional agencies
- Directs staff selection, training, and professional development, ensuring effective morale, productivity, and discipline
- Represents the City at governmental, professional, and public meetings; presents to the Board of Supervisors and other entities
- Monitors legislative developments impacting departmental operations; recommends and implements policy improvements.
Fire Chief
Fire Department
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Supervised and led 150 employees, with twelve fire stations, fostering a strong labor/management relationship
- Directed the development and implementation of the department’s Strategic Plan and long-range Master Plan
- Managed a $28 million budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and resource allocation
- Provided command leadership during major fires and incidents
- Prepared and presented staff reports to the City Manager, City Council, and community
- Led personnel hiring and development initiatives to enhance department capabilities
- Division Chief of Operations, Modesto Regional Fire Authority
Fire Chief
Fire Department
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Supervised and led 150 employees, with twelve fire stations, fostering a strong labor/management relationship
- Directed the development and implementation of the department’s Strategic Plan and long-range Master Plan
- Managed a $28 million budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and resource allocation
- Provided command leadership during major fires and incidents
- Prepared and presented staff reports to the City Manager, City Council, and community
- Led personnel hiring and development initiatives to enhance department capabilities
- Division Chief of Operations, Modesto Regional Fire Authority
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Managed and directed Emergency Operations and the Training Division, providing fire and life safety protection to 230,000 citizens over a 90-square-mile area
- Supervised 140 firefighters across 12 fire stations, providing leadership and mentorship
- Managed a $23 million operations budget, developing policies and procedures for emergency response
- Fostered relationships with external agencies and businesses to improve service delivery
- Researched, prepared, and presented technical and administrative reports to Council and committees.
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Managed and directed Emergency Operations and the Training Division, providing fire and life safety protection to 230,000 citizens over a 90-square-mile area
- Supervised 140 firefighters across 12 fire stations, providing leadership and mentorship
- Managed a $23 million operations budget, developing policies and procedures for emergency response
- Fostered relationships with external agencies and businesses to improve service delivery
- Researched, prepared, and presented technical and administrative reports to Council and committees.
Battalion Chief
Fire Department
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Supervised and mentored 16 company officers
- Responded to and managed critical emergency incidents as the officer in charge
- Oversaw Hazmat and Urban Search and Rescue teams.
Battalion Chief
Fire Department
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Supervised and mentored 16 company officers
- Responded to and managed critical emergency incidents as the officer in charge
- Oversaw Hazmat and Urban Search and Rescue teams.
Fire Captain
Modesto Fire Department
01.1989 - 01.2006
Fire Captain
Modesto Fire Department
01.1989 - 01.2006
Fire Captain, •Fire Engineer, •Firefighter
Firefighter
01.1988 - 01.1989
Fire Captain, •Fire Engineer, •Firefighter
Firefighter
01.1988 - 01.1989
Education
B.S - Occupational Studies
California State University
2007
A.S - Fire Science
Modesto Junior College
2006
Skills
- Leadership and Personnel Development
- Strategic Planning & Implementation
- Critical Thinking
- Emergency Incident Command
- Budget Development & Management
- Personnel Training & Development
- Labor/Management Relations
- Community & Governmental Engagement
- Fire Code Enforcement
- Policy Development & Regulatory Compliance
Accomplishments
- NIMS 700 & 800
- Hazardous Materials Incident Command
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMTB)
- Hazardous Materials Technician Specialist
- Numerous Fire Management & Command Certifications
Certification
Incident Command System (ICS) Certification 300/400
Interests
LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT
, Nevada Fire Chiefs- Executive Board Member 2022-Present
President Northern Nevada Fire Chiefs Association 2019- 2022
California Fire Chiefs Association Area Director 2015-2017
California Fire Chiefs Association, Training Officers Northern Division – President (2011)
Homeland Security Workgroup – Fire and Hazmat Representative for Stanislaus County
Project Manager – Modesto Fire Department Hazmat Team
Project Manager – Firefighter Safety and Survival Team (2003 – 2006)
Adjunct Instructor, Fire Science – Modesto Junior College
Certified Instructor (CA State Fire Marshal): Hazardous Materials FRO, FRO-Decon, Incident Commander, Fire Command 1a/1b/2a, Fire Management 1
Timeline
Fire Chief/Emergency Manager
Carson City, Department
01.2017 - Current
Fire Chief/Emergency Manager
Carson City, Department
01.2017 - Current
Fire Chief
Fire Department
01.2014 - 01.2017
Fire Chief
Fire Department
01.2014 - 01.2017
01.2011 - 01.2014
01.2011 - 01.2014
Battalion Chief
Fire Department
01.2006 - 01.2011
Battalion Chief
Fire Department
01.2006 - 01.2011
Fire Captain
Modesto Fire Department
01.1989 - 01.2006
Fire Captain
Modesto Fire Department
01.1989 - 01.2006
Fire Captain, •Fire Engineer, •Firefighter
Firefighter
01.1988 - 01.1989
Fire Captain, •Fire Engineer, •Firefighter
Firefighter
01.1988 - 01.1989
A.S - Fire Science
Modesto Junior College
B.S - Occupational Studies
California State University
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