Thurman Alan Munger
Quincy,IL
Summary
With over 26 years of escalating responsibilities at the Quincy Fire Department, I've honed skills in budget management, leadership, code enforcement, site plan reviews, sprinkler calculations, building code inspections and training crews in Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and team readiness. My tenure includes improving fire investigation and prevention programs and leading emergency response strategies and tactics, showcasing a blend of strategic planning and empathetic team guidance.
Professional emergency services leader with deep experience in fire safety, crisis management, and emergency response. Proven ability to lead teams, adapt to dynamic situations, and ensure effective coordination during critical incidents. Strong interpersonal skills, strategic planning capabilities, and commitment to fostering team collaboration and achieving results. Highly reliable with focus on safety, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Chief
Quincy Fire Department
10.2022 - Current
- Manage 1st Shift operations of the Quincy Fire Department which consists of 13 Firefighters, 4 Lieutenants and 1 Captain, includes Fire Suppression, EMS and Training.
- Manage and maintain the budgets for Building Maintenance and the Fire Investigation Unit.
- Work with administration on planning, implementation, review and oversight of various department projects, programs, and purchasing.
- Coordinate, direct and supervise firefighting activities.
- Set goals and standards of performance for my crews.
- Establish and continuously revise administrative policies and department standard operating guidelines to foster a safe and effective work environment.
- Oversee the activities of subordinate officers in achieving goals and standards and supervise the use of resources by subordinate officers in completing work assignments as assigned.
- Oversee station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety.
- Be Incident Commander for all multiple unit emergency scenes responded to by the QFD
- Ultimately responsible for usage of department resources in meeting challenges presented by emergency conditions including fire, hazardous materials, rescue situations, and natural disasters.
- Responsible for the safety of civilians and members of the Quincy Fire Department at any Emergency Scene.
- Responsible for issuing all Open Burn Permits and Bonfire Permits.
- Submit written reports to the Fire Chief on Progression of Probationary Firefighters.
- Prepare personnel work schedules, vacation schedules, hirebacks and Time-Off request.
- Conduct Inspections for special events and enforce codes.
- Investigate injuries and accidents and prepare reports on on the incident while adding corrective actions if needed.
- Member of Fire Apparatus Committee.
Captain
Quincy Fire Department
09.2018 - 10.2022
- Responsible for planning, organizing and supervising the day-to-day activities of the 13 firefighters and 4 lieutenants under his command.
- Assist the Assistant Chief in the direction of emergency operations including firefighting, rescue, EMS and disaster control.
- Assumes the responsibilities of the Assistant Chief in his absence.
- Direct, supervise and coordinate in-quarters activities, assignments, training and details.
- Submit personnel evaluations on subordinate officers and personnel under his immediate command.
- Inspect fire stations, equipment, personnel and records and enforce department regulations.
- Conduct Inspections and enforce code violations.
- Supervise in hose lays, direction of water streams and ladder placement at fire scenes and maintain safety.
- Conduct fire investigations and prepare reports.
- Motivate and encourage advancement of firefighters through schooling, training and experience.
- Manage and review incident reports.
- Maintain working relationships with all members of the fire department.
- Maintained Central Fire Station.
- Member of Fire Apparatus Committee.
Lieutenant
Quincy Fire Department
07.2004 - 09.2018
- Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
- Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
- Provide EMS at a Paramedic level.
- Entered inspection, training, fire and emergency medical service calls into records management system using Firehouse software.
- Inspected schools, theaters, offices and various other buildings to check for proper fire precautionary measures and inspections.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates, and gave assignments and instructions.
- Provided ARFF coverage at Quincy Regional Airport.
- Mentor Probationary Firefighters.
- Evaluated 2-4 Firefighters annually.
- Member of Fire Apparatus Committee.
Firefighter
Quincy Fire Department
09.1999 - 07.2004
- Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
- Maintained tools and fire vehicles, contributing to rapid response capability.
- Handled routine custodial maintenance of breathing, resuscitation and apparatus equipment.
- Performed fundamental firefighter and driver duties.
- Inspected schools, theaters, offices and various other businesses for fire safety violations.
- Began training in Code Enforcement and Fire Investigation
Education
Advanced Firefighter - Fire And Rescue Training Institute
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO11-2024
Associate of Science - Fire Science
John Wood Community College
Quincy, IL05-2007
Firefighter II - Firefighter 2 Academy
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL04-2000
Certified Law Enforcement Officer - Law Enforcement Training Institute
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO06-1996
Accident Investigation And Reconstruction - Accident Investigation & Reconstruction
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO06-1995
Industrial Fire Safety & Incident Management - Industrial Fire Safety & Incident Management
Jefferson Parish Fire Training Academy
New Orleans, LA06-1992
No Degree - Logistics Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL05-1988
No Degree - Logistics Management
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Baltimore, MD05-1988
Skills
- Budget Planning and Management
- Department Purchasing
- Crew Development and Leadership
- Workload Prioritization
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Personnel Training
- Incident Command and Safety
- Vehicle and Equipment Management
- Public Education
- Fire Department Policies and Procedures
- Fire Prevention Systems & Code Enforcement
- Fire Origin and Cause
- Applying for Grants
- Building Maintenance
- Accident Investigation and Reconstruction
- Interviews and Interrogation
- Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF)
Certification
- Certified Fire Officer I and II
- Certified Fire Service Instructor I and II
- Certified Hazardous Materials Technician A
- Certified Hazardous Material Technician B
- Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator
- Certified Arson Investigator
- Certified Airport Firefighter
- Firefighter II & III
- Paramedic
- Certified Fire Apparatus Engineer
- Law Enforcement Officer
- Certified Accident Investigator & Reconstructionist
Professional Affiliations
- Illinois Fire Chiefs Association
- American Association of Code Enforcement
- National Fire Sprinkler Association
IL Chapter
- Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) Working Group
- International Association of Arson Investigators
IL Chapter & Central Illinois Chapter
- National Association of Fire Investigators
- Air Force Association
Additional Training
FDIC - Fire Department Instructors Conference. Misc. Yearly
IL Department of Nuclear Safety
OAI, Inc.
IL Emergency Management Agency
Paradigm
IAAI
The ROCO Corp.
A.I.D. Inc.
Geraghty & Miller
BNSF
National Fire Academy - Code Enforcement, Sprinkler Calc., Testing & Evaluating Water Supplies for Fire Protection Systems
Building and Fire Code Academy - Fire Code, Building Code
National Fire Sprinkler Association - NFPA 13, 13R, 13D,
Missouri State Highway Patrol Academy
American Fire Service - NFPA 10, 17, 17A, 96, 25
Timeline
Assistant Chief
Quincy Fire Department
10.2022 - Current
Captain
Quincy Fire Department
09.2018 - 10.2022
Lieutenant
Quincy Fire Department
07.2004 - 09.2018
Firefighter
Quincy Fire Department
09.1999 - 07.2004
- Certified Fire Officer I and II
- Certified Fire Service Instructor I and II
- Certified Hazardous Materials Technician A
- Certified Hazardous Material Technician B
- Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator
- Certified Arson Investigator
- Certified Airport Firefighter
- Firefighter II & III
- Paramedic
- Certified Fire Apparatus Engineer
- Law Enforcement Officer
- Certified Accident Investigator & Reconstructionist
Advanced Firefighter - Fire And Rescue Training Institute
University of Missouri
Associate of Science - Fire Science
John Wood Community College
Firefighter II - Firefighter 2 Academy
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Certified Law Enforcement Officer - Law Enforcement Training Institute
University of Missouri
Accident Investigation And Reconstruction - Accident Investigation & Reconstruction
University of Central Missouri
Industrial Fire Safety & Incident Management - Industrial Fire Safety & Incident Management
Jefferson Parish Fire Training Academy
No Degree - Logistics Management
Community College of The Air Force
No Degree - Logistics Management
University of Maryland, Baltimore
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