Dennis
Clarksville
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in emergency management and community outreach. Skilled in leading incident command and fostering partnerships with local agencies to improve disaster preparedness and response efforts.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Fire Chief
Town of Clarksville
Clarksville
07.1997 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of fire department personnel and resources.
- Managed community outreach programs to educate on fire safety practices.
- Led incident command during emergency responses to ensure effective management.
- Collaborated with local agencies on joint training exercises and disaster preparedness.
- Reviewed policies and procedures to enhance departmental efficiency and effectiveness.
- Coordinated emergency response activities with other local, state, and federal agencies.
- Attended meetings with city officials to discuss strategic planning initiatives.
- Maintained positive relationships with community members, stakeholders, and vendors.
- Created policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and laws.
- Monitored budgeting processes to ensure fiscal responsibility within the department.
- Responded quickly to requests from citizens needing assistance due to natural disasters or accidents.
- Participated in public education campaigns related to fire prevention measures.
- Supervised daily operations of all shifts to ensure efficient utilization of resources.
- Managed inventory control of equipment used by firefighters during emergencies.
- Managed staffing, recruitment, interviewing and selection of potential team members in alignment with station needs.
- Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
- Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
Laborer
Town of Clarksville Street Department
Clarksville
06.1994 - 07.1997
- Maintained clean work areas to ensure safety and compliance standards.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during operations.
- Inspected tools and machinery for proper functioning before use.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
U.S. Navy Corpsman
United States Navy
Great Lakes
09.1985 - 06.1994
- Provided medical care to personnel in diverse operational environments.
- Administered first aid and emergency treatment during training exercises.
- Assisted healthcare teams with patient assessments and vital sign monitoring.
- Managed medical supplies and equipment for field operations efficiently.
- Trained junior corpsmen in emergency response protocols and procedures.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for service members.
- Monitored vital signs of patients regularly throughout shift hours.
- Responded to emergency situations by providing basic life support measures.
- Instructed sailors and marines in first aid, self-aid and personal hygiene procedures.
Education
Business Management
University of Phoenix
Louisville, KY12-2007
Diploma - General
Jeffersonville High School
Jeffersonville, IN05-1985
Skills
- Incident command
- Policy creation
- Emergency response
- Risk management
- Fire suppression
- Community outreach
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Deputy Fire Chief
Town of Clarksville
07.1997 - Current
Laborer
Town of Clarksville Street Department
06.1994 - 07.1997
U.S. Navy Corpsman
United States Navy
09.1985 - 06.1994
Business Management
University of Phoenix
Diploma - General
Jeffersonville High School