Distinguished emergency services executive with nearly three decades of leadership within the Fire Department of New York (FDNY). Proven ability to strengthen citywide training, expand operational readiness, and lead complex public safety initiatives that protect more than eight million New Yorkers. Expert in EMS education systems, leadership development, organizational culture, policy advising, and community risk reduction. Supports access to federal educational benefits for FDNY veterans through academy accreditation and certification. Recognized as a historic leader whose career has broken longstanding barriers in executive public safety leadership.
Hi, I’m
TONYA M. BOYD
Ozone Park,NY
Summary
Overview
29
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Department of New York (FDNY)Brooklyn, NY
Deputy Assistant Chief
01.1997 - Current
Job overview
- Directed department-wide EMS education reform, elevating instructor standards, training delivery, and operational alignment across New York City.
- Expanded public safety training programs, including Youth EMS Academy, mass CPR outreach, CFR-D firefighter education, and the citywide
- Stop the Bleed
- Trauma initiative.
- Strengthened leadership pipelines through officer development and performance policies implemented under the FDNY Leadership Development Program Committee.
- Served as a Commissioner-appointed member of the FDNY Diversity Advisory Committee, shaping inclusive leadership strategies and organizational culture.
- Represented FDNY on the New York State Bureau of EMS Training Liaison Committee advocating statewide certification pathways and instructor education standards.
Education
Metropolitan College of New York (MCNY)Manhattan, NY
Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Emergency Management & Disaster Preparedness
06.2025
University Overview
Phi Alpha Phi Honors, Leadership in Public Administration (GPA 3.99)
Metropolitan College of New York (MCNY)Manhattan, NY
Bachelor of Arts from Emergency Management & Business Continuity
06.2023
University Overview
Cum Laude
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- EMS Electronic Patient Care & Training Systems
- Educational technology tools
- Training coordination
- Policy implementation
- Interdepartmental coordination
- Innovation management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Team leadership
- Excellent communication
- Reliability
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Problem resolution
- Operational reporting
Affiliations
Affiliations
International Association of Emergency Managers
Certification
- REMAC Paramedic – New York City
- ACLS Instructor
- PALS Instructor
- NALS Certified – American Red Cross
- School Certifying Official – Veterans’ Educational Benefits Program
- FEMA ICS Certifications
- FDNY Executive, Officer, Advanced & Basic Leadership Programs
- Dignitary Protection Unit Certification
Timeline
Deputy Assistant Chief
Fire Department of New York (FDNY)
01.1997 - Current
Metropolitan College of New York (MCNY)
Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Emergency Management & Disaster Preparedness
Metropolitan College of New York (MCNY)
Bachelor of Arts from Emergency Management & Business Continuity
HONORS & DISTINCTIONS
HONORS & DISTINCTIONS
FDNY 9/11 Two-Star Medal, Hurricane Sandy Service Recognition, COVID-19 Emergency Response Commendation, Proclamation – Bronx Borough President (2018), Recognized as the highest-ranking African American woman in FDNY historyCORE LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
CORE LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
- Executive Public Safety Leadership
- EMS Training & Certification Reform
- Policy Development & Regulatory Governance
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Leadership
- Interagency Emergency Coordination
- Instructor Development & Leadership Pipeline
- Community Risk Reduction & Trauma Readiness
- Budget, Workforce & Resource Management