Walter Samples
Maypearl,TX
Summary
Aspire to elevate organizational excellence, enhance operational readiness, and strengthen community trust in the role of Fire Chief.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Training Chief
Midlothian Fire Department
01.2022 - Current
- Responsible for the development, implementation, and delivery of training. Coordinates all training needs including scheduling of classes and facilities, assisting in the scheduling of instructors, and ensuring that all logistical needs are met. Maintains a working knowledge of training compliance with Texas Commission on Fire Protection and ISO Class 1 standards. Evaluates all training policies and procedures for the Agency. Assists with scheduling and coordinating of training for both internal and external partners. Works closely with other training staff to ensure continuity and completion of projects. Manages training schedule and course registration. Collects and organizes data to produce reports. Represents MFD and acts as a liaison with other agencies for training. Assists in the development of strategic planning, goal setting, and objective establishment for the Training Division. Assists in the management, development, and maintenance of training field props. Assists in ensuring all training materials used by the Agency are compliant and updated. Performs other duties as assigned by the Fire Chief.
Firefighter
Midlothian Fire Department
10.2016 - Current
- Worked as a Firefighter/Paramedic from October 2016 – March 2019
- Worked as a Driver/Engineer/Paramedic from March 2019 – December 2021
- Work as Battalion Chief of Fire Training January 2022 – present
Instructor
Navarro College
10.2004 - Current
- Worked as Fire/EMT/Paramedic Instructor
Instructor
Training Division
08.2009 - 05.2019
- EMS instructor for CPR, ECA, EMT-B, EMT-I and Paramedic
- Worked as an instructor for TCFP cert classes Basic Structural Firefighter, Driver Operator, Fire Instructor I, Fire Instructor II, Fire Instructor III, Fire Officer I, Fire Officer II and Fire Inspector.
Firefighter
Cedar Hill Fire Department
10.2002 - 03.2016
- Worked as a Firefighter/Paramedic from October 2002 – April 2008
- Worked as a Driver/Engineer/Paramedic from April 2008 – November 2012
- Worked as Captain from November 2012 – March 2016
Firefighter
Midlothian Fire Department
05.2002 - 10.2002
- Volunteered from May until October.
Education
BAAS - Organizational Leadership
Texas A&M Commerce
05.2020
AAS - Fire Administration, Fire Safety Technologies, EMS
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX05.2010
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Executive Fire Service Classes
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TCFP Certifications
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ICS Classes
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ISFSI International Society of Fire Service Instructors
MPA Master of Public Administration - undefined
University of Texas
Arlington05.2028
Skills
Develop People
Develop Systems
Develop Organizational Culture
Implementation of Industry Standards
Accomplishments
- 2002 Rookie of the Year - Cedar Hill Fire Department
- 2010 Firefighter of the Year – Cedar Hill Fire Department
Up Coming Training
National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer Application – November 3rd, 2025
Timeline
Fire Training Chief
Midlothian Fire Department
01.2022 - Current
Firefighter
Midlothian Fire Department
10.2016 - Current
Instructor
Training Division
08.2009 - 05.2019
Instructor
Navarro College
10.2004 - Current
Firefighter
Cedar Hill Fire Department
10.2002 - 03.2016
Firefighter
Midlothian Fire Department
05.2002 - 10.2002
MPA Master of Public Administration - undefined
University of Texas
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ISFSI International Society of Fire Service Instructors
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ICS Classes
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TCFP Certifications
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Executive Fire Service Classes
BAAS - Organizational Leadership
Texas A&M Commerce
AAS - Fire Administration, Fire Safety Technologies, EMS
Weatherford College