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Stephen R. Heath, Jr.

Jefferson City,MO

Summary

Strategic and results-driven safety and emergency management leader with over a decade of experience directing high-impact safety programs in military and contract environments. Specialized in Safety Management Systems (SMS), OSHA/NFPA compliance, risk mitigation, and emergency preparedness. Proven track record of reducing incidents and improving compliance through proactive leadership, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional team collaboration. Recently completed a Master of Science in Occupational Safety and Health, bringing a unique combination of practical field experience and academic excellence to executive safety leadership roles.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Career Transition & Education
01.2020 - 01.2025
  • Dedicated time to completing advanced studies while supporting family responsibilities.
  • Successfully earned a Master of Science in Occupational Safety and Health, and am now fully prepared to re-enter the workforce.

Contract Firefighter | Safety Specialist

FLUOR Corporation
, Afghanistan
08.2019 - 09.2020
  • Responded to and directed a wide range of fire alarms and emergencies, including structural, wildland, vehicle, and aircraft incidents, with up to 20-person teams.
  • Operated fire apparatus, pumps, hoses, and ladders; led search and rescue operations.
  • Delivered basic life support (BLS) and emergency aid at the scenes.
  • Participated in safety training initiatives, audits, and equipment readiness inspections.
  • Led readiness inspections and contributed to multi-site audits, resulting in improved safety metrics and zero non-conformance reports.
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls and provided critical support during incidents.
  • Conducted fire inspections and identified potential hazards in buildings and facilities.
  • Operated firefighting equipment and tools effectively to control fires and manage emergencies.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute rescue operations in hazardous situations.
  • Trained new recruits on firefighting techniques and safety protocols for effective performance.
  • Maintained firefighting gear and equipment to ensure readiness for emergency response.

Military Firefighter | Staff Sergeant | Safety Specialist

United States Air Force
06.2009 - 07.2019
  • Managed $250K in safety and firefighting equipment procurement, and ensured allocation aligned with operational risk.
  • Supervised a cross-functional team of 15 military personnel in executing base-wide hazard mitigation plans.
  • Led firefighting and emergency response for over 1,000 operations in high-risk, high-security environments, ensuring rapid and effective incident management.
  • Conducted over 200 facility inspections, risk assessments, and hazard mitigation procedures, reducing violations by 35% over a five-year span.
  • Developed hands-on safety training for over 500 military and civilian staff personnel, improving hazard awareness and contributing to multiyear incident-free milestones.
  • Supported safety management systems (SMS) efforts, aligning base operations with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Department of Defense (DoD) safety standards.
  • Assisted in the development and enforcement of safety policies aligned with military and civilian regulatory standards.
  • Maintained and inspected firefighting equipment, ensuring operational readiness at all times.
  • Investigated fire incidents and HAZMAT spills, implementing corrective actions.
  • Supervised training programs covering fire suppression, HAZMAT operations, and confined space.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Supported management in developing operational strategies for efficiency improvements.
  • Participated in annual reviews of existing SOP's related to Housekeeping operations.
  • Maintained an organized library of all approved SOP documents for easy access by department personnel.

Education

Master of Science - Occupational Safety and Health

Columbia Southern University
Foley, AL
07.2025

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety and Health

Columbia Southern University
Foley, AL
07.2023

Associate of Fire Science -

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL

Skills

  • Safety management systems (SMS) implementation
  • OSHA, NFPA, and EPA compliance oversight
  • Risk assessment and hazard identification
  • Organizational safety culture transformation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Workplace safety training
  • Incident Command System (ICS/NIMS) and Corrective Action Leadership
  • Team development
  • Coaching
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • EHS compliance for federal and state
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Occupational safety
  • Risk assessment
  • Team leadership
  • Training program development
  • Safety audits
  • Computer skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Organizational skills
  • Analytical and critical thinking

Certification

  • Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP), BCSP, #GSP-21025
  • Firefighter I & II – IFSAC/ProBoard
  • Instructor I & II
  • Officer I
  • Rescue Technician I, II (Incl. Confined Space)
  • HazMat WMD / IC / Awareness
  • First Aid / CPR / AED – Red Cross
  • Certified Safety Officer

Timeline

Career Transition & Education
01.2020 - 01.2025

Contract Firefighter | Safety Specialist

FLUOR Corporation
08.2019 - 09.2020

Military Firefighter | Staff Sergeant | Safety Specialist

United States Air Force
06.2009 - 07.2019

Master of Science - Occupational Safety and Health

Columbia Southern University

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety and Health

Columbia Southern University

Associate of Fire Science -

Community College of The Air Force

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