Sharon Davis
Fire Chief
Dupo,IL
Summary
Professional leader with strong background in emergency services, prepared to enhance departmental performance and public safety. Proven ability to manage critical situations, develop comprehensive safety protocols, and lead response teams effectively. Known for fostering collaboration, adaptability, and achieving strategic goals in high-pressure environments. Skilled in risk assessment, resource management, and community engagement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
7
7
Certificates
Work History
EMS Systems Administration Coordinator
Memorial Hospital Belleville
07.2024 - Current
- Developed internal requirements and standards to minimize regulatory risks and liability across programs.
- Managed and maintained electronic and paper-based filing systems to keep essential documents and information easily accessible and organized.
- Managed confidential employee and patient records, ensuring privacy and compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
- Reduced expenses through diligent monitoring of supplies inventory, evaluating ambulance services, and emergency medical providers.
Emergency Medical Technician
MedStar Ambulance
05.2019 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
- Ensured ongoing compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing EMS through adherence to policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
Assistant Fire Chief
Camp Jackson Fire Department
05.2010 - Current
- Collaborated with local community groups to promote fire safety awareness and prevention initiatives.
- Conducted thorough inspections of commercial and residential properties to identify potential fire hazards and enforce compliance with fire codes.
- Evaluated firefighter performance during training exercises, identifying areas for improvement and offering constructive feedback for skill enhancement.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on leadership and professional development opportunities within the fire service.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring appropriate staffing levels were maintained at all times for optimal department functionality.
911 Telecommunicator
St. Clair County
12.2010 - 07.2022
- Enhanced emergency response times by efficiently gathering and disseminating critical information to first responders.
- Served as a mentor for new hires, guiding them through on-the-job training and fostering their growth within the organization.
- Achieved consistently high performance evaluations due to exceptional communication skills and attention to detail in information gathering tasks.
- Coordinated with law enforcement, fire departments, and medical services, ensuring cohesive response to emergencies.
Fire Chief
Washington Park Fire Department
06.2017 - 05.2020
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures and tools.
- Assessed department performance through detailed analysis of incident reports, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions when needed.
- Developed comprehensive training programs to ensure the continuous professional growth of firefighters and officers.
- Supervised incident command operations, ensuring proper coordination among on-scene personnel and effective communication with external agencies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL 05.2001 -
Skills
Emergency response coordination
Professional development programs
Incident management
Strategic decision-making
Incident response organization
Effective strategic planning
Risk analysis
Effective investigative methods
Emergency response operations
Conducting building inspections
Emergency action plans
Development of training programs
Certification
Pro Board-Certified Fire & Life Safety Educator
Timeline
EMS Systems Administration Coordinator
Memorial Hospital Belleville
07.2024 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
MedStar Ambulance
05.2019 - Current
Fire Chief
Washington Park Fire Department
06.2017 - 05.2020
911 Telecommunicator
St. Clair County
12.2010 - 07.2022
Assistant Fire Chief
Camp Jackson Fire Department
05.2010 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Southwestern Illinois College
05.2001 -