As the Chief Information Technology Specialist at the Baton Rouge Fire Department, I hold a pivotal role in steering the department's tech trajectory. My expertise lies in designing, implementing, and meticulously maintaining our computerized records system and the official department website. Every record's structure and format is decided upon after a comprehensive review, ensuring that data integrity and security are never compromised.The vast spectrum of responsibilities also includes regulating and overseeing user access to our systems. I employ cutting-edge security protocols to ensure unauthorized access is thwarted, keeping our confidential and critical data secure. I routinely liaise with various departmental personnel, a collaborative approach that allows me to glean insights into potential improvements and address existing system challenges.Emergencies are an inevitable facet of our operations, and I'm on-call to provide on-the-spot tech support during such events. Whether it's ensuring the mobile data computer equipment on fire vehicles is operational or any other tech hiccup, my team and I are poised to respond swiftly.Training is paramount. Recognizing this, I've spearheaded an expansive IT training initiative that spans the entirety of the department. From novices to seasoned personnel, everyone benefits from regular training sessions, ensuring we're all updated on the latest in tech trends and tools. Budgeting for tech needs is a meticulous process that I oversee, making recommendations to finance annually.Our department's public image is sacrosanct. I'm at the forefront, ensuring we radiate professionalism. Be it through proactive public interactions, crafting media releases, or offering assistance during larger emergencies – every action is executed with precision.In a nutshell, my role is a harmonious blend of tech prowess, administrative acumen, and public relations, all executed with an unwavering commitment to the department's ethos.

Inspect buildings to locate hazardous conditions and fire code violations such as accumulations of combustible material, electrical wiring problems, and inadequate or non-functional fire exits. Identify corrective actions necessary to bring properties into compliance with applicable fire codes, laws, regulations, and standards, and explain these measures to property owners or their representatives. Inspect and test fire protection and/or fire detection systems to verify that such systems are installed in accordance with appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standards. Conduct fire code compliance follow-ups to ensure that corrective actions have been taken in cases where violations were found. Write detailed reports of fire inspections performed, fire code violations observed, and corrective recommendations offered. Develop or review fire exit plans. Review blueprints and plans for new or remodeled buildings in order to ensure the structures meet fire safety codes. Present and explain fire code requirements and fire prevention information to architects, contractors, attorneys, engineers, developers, fire service personnel, and the general public. Conduct fire exit drills to monitor and evaluate evacuation procedures. Testify in court regarding fire code and fire safety issues. Recommend changes to fire prevention, inspection, and fire code endorsement procedures. Assists in integration and implementation of various fire inspection software as well as GIS issues. Teaches public education classes to include community emergency response team training, NIMS training, and fire extinguisher classes. Serves as a Fire Safety Officer monitoring pyrotechnics and other safety issues at movie sets.

Inspect buildings to locate hazardous conditions and fire code violations such as accumulations of combustible material, electrical wiring problems, and inadequate or non-functional fire exits. Identify corrective actions necessary to bring properties into compliance with applicable fire codes, laws, regulations, and standards, and explain these measures to property owners or their representatives. Inspect and test fire protection and/or fire detection systems to verify that such systems are installed in accordance with appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standards. Conduct fire code compliance follow-ups to ensure that corrective actions have been taken in cases where violations were found. Write detailed reports of fire inspections performed, fire code violations observed, and corrective recommendations offered. Develop or review fire exit plans. Review blueprints and plans for new or remodeled buildings in order to ensure the structures meet fire safety codes. Present and explain fire code requirements and fire prevention information to architects, contractors, attorneys, engineers, developers, fire service personnel, and the general public. Conduct fire exit drills to monitor and evaluate evacuation procedures. Testify in court regarding fire code and fire safety issues. Recommend changes to fire prevention, inspection, and fire code endorsement procedures. Assists in integration and implementation of various fire inspection software as well as GIS issues. Teaches public education classes to include community emergency response team training, NIMS training, and fire extinguisher classes. Serves as a Fire Safety Officer monitoring pyrotechnics and other safety issues at movie sets.

Responds to a wide variety of emergency alarms, such as structural and environmental fires, traffic accidents, natural gas leaks, medical emergencies and hazardous material spills. Fights fires under departmental procedures and as directed by a fire company officer; connects and lays hose lines, sets ladders and operates fire streams; uses hand and power tools to ventilate and enter burning structures for the purpose of extinguishing fires and to perform search and rescue operations; Provides first responder medical emergency response at the basic life support level, including initial patient and situation assessment, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and trauma emergency medical care; Prepares patients and assists paramedics in advanced life support emergency medical care. Participates in drills, demonstrations and courses in firefighting techniques, equipment and apparatus operation, medical aid, heavy rescue, hazardous materials, fire prevention, equipment maintenance and a wide variety of other subjects related to the fire service; Studies and learns departmental operating procedures and policies; Studies and learns inspection regulations and fire prevention laws, codes and departmental policies and procedures; Participates in the development and implementation of the department’s public education and community outreach programs and activities. Participates in various support assignments, including but not limited to the maintenance of inventory records, scheduled inspections of department equipment, hydrant inspections and maintenance and fire flow testing, the ordering, inventorying and issuance of safety equipment, the preparation and maintenance of department maps and pre-fire plans, and the preparation of specifications and budgets for new equipment and apparatus. May serve in the higher-level class of Fire Equipment Operator on a relief basis or on multiple-alarm emergencies. Assists in the training of other fire department personnel.

An army of one - My smaller client base allows for personal attention at a significantly lower cost to the end user. Born and raised in the Baton Rouge area, I have always had a passion for the creative arts. Starting my career as a guitarist, I eventually stepped into a role on staff at a local church. This forced me to learn and become proficient at expressing thoughts, ideas, and feelings in a multitude of mediums. As a freelancer, I am afforded the opportunity to be more focused on your project, while keeping costs low. If you’re interested in working together or just want to say hi, I’d love to hear from you.

Installs, maintains, inspects, and performs routine maintenance on Pre-Engineered suppression systems to include wet chemical suppression systems in restaurant hoods as well as dry chemical suppression systems in paint booths and other specialized applications. Teaches classes pertaining to suppression systems. Installs, maintains, inspects, and performs maintenance on fire extinguishers to include both portable and wheeled units. Teaches fire extinguisher classes to include operation and suppression of minor fires with portable and wheeled units.

Installs, maintains, inspects, and performs routine maintenance on Pre-Engineered suppression systems to include wet chemical suppression systems in restaurant hoods as well as dry chemical suppression systems in paint booths and other specialized applications. Teaches classes pertaining to suppression systems. Installs, maintains, inspects, and performs maintenance on fire extinguishers to include both portable and wheeled units. Teaches fire extinguisher classes to include operation and suppression of minor fires with portable and wheeled units. Installs, inspects, designs and performs maintenance on all types of fire sprinkler systems to include wet, dry, pre-action systems and fire pumps. Installs, inspects, and performs maintenance on fire alarms. Installs, inspects, and performs maintenance on engineered suppression systems such as carbon dioxide and clean agent systems.