Dane Carley Email & Phone Number

United States

As a Co-Author at Jones & Bartlett Public Safety Group, I collaborated closely with and under the guidance of the original Fire Officer author, Mike Ward, to develop and produce Fire Officer: Principles and Practice 5th edition. My role involved:- Content Development: Contributed to the outline and structure of the manuscript, ensuring a cohesive narrative that effectively communicated key ideas.- Research and Analysis: Conducted thorough research to support arguments and provide data-driven insights, enhancing the credibility and depth of the content.- Writing and Editing: Drafted and refined multiple chapters, incorporating feedback from peers and editors to achieve clarity and engagement.- Collaboration: Worked alongside a diverse team of professionals.

Fargo, North Dakota, United States

In my role as Battalion Chief at an internationally accredited and ISO Class 1 fire department, I lead and develop fire officers and firefighters within one of the city's battalions. I typically manage five crews, but sometimes oversee daily and emergency incident operations for up to nine crews, ensuring that all tasks are completed safely and efficiently while maintaining the highest quality of emergency services to the public.Key responsibilities include:- Incident Command: Manage emergency scenes involving multiple apparatus, coordinating responses within the Incident Command System to ensure effective and timely action.- Fire Investigations: Collaborate with the fire marshal to oversee fire investigations during shifts, contributing to the department's commitment to safety and accountability.- Strategic Leadership: Serve as a member of the department’s administrative team, helping to shape strategic direction and operational objectives, and implementing measures to achieve them.- Specialized Regional Operations: Lead regional technical rescue and hazardous materials response teams, ensuring readiness and effective response to complex emergencies.- Program Oversight: Initiated the department's near miss and after-action review programs, and oversee the peer support team, while also managing the commendation committee.- Community Engagement: Assist in enhancing the department’s media and social media presence, fostering community relationships and promoting public awareness of fire safety initiatives.Through this role, I have strengthened my leadership skills, developed comprehensive emergency response strategies, and fostered a culture of safety and excellence within the department.

Fargo, North Dakota, United States

As a Suppression Captain, I prioritized the safety of crew members and the effective delivery of emergency services to our community. Key responsibilities include:- Leadership and Management: Direct a crew of firefighters, ensuring operational readiness and adherence to safety protocols during emergency response operations.- Training Development: Oversee daily training sessions, designing and implementing educational programs that enhance skills.- Incident Coordination: Lead initial response efforts for a range of incidents, including structural fires, hazardous materials situations, technical rescue situations, and medical emergencies, ensuring effective incident management and collaboration with other agencies.- Performance Evaluation: Conduct thorough post-incident analyses to assess crew performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement best practices to optimize future responses.- Mentorship and Development: Provide guidance and support to firefighters, fostering their professional growth and promoting a culture of teamwork and accountability within the team.- Community Engagement: Collaborate with community stakeholders to promote fire safety awareness and prevention initiatives, strengthening community relations and building trust.- Investigative Duties: Serve as a shift fire investigator, conducting origin and cause investigations to enhance understanding and improve safety protocols.

Fargo, North Dakota, United States

Perform tasks as ordered to conclude fire, EMS, or other types of incidents. Designated technical rescue team member. Participate in training and station maintenance.

Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

- Operate and maintain Type 6 engines and tracked fire equipment, including the Alltrack AT20HD, ensuring optimal performance during operations.- Respond to and manage smaller wildland fire incidents, coordinating efforts to protect natural resources and minimize fire impact.- Assist in prescribed burns, contributing to ecosystem management and fire prevention strategies.- Participate in maintenance projects, including public dock removal, trail clearing, and tree plantation thinning, to enhance community access and promote forest health.

Moorhead, Mn

As an instructor for MState, I teach or have taught on campus, online, at fire departments in the region, and at regional schools across the state. Key roles include:- Pioneered the first education program in the state tailored for active fire service members working as officers or seeking advancement to officer positions, driving professional development in the field.- Managed all aspects of the fire officer program marketing and implementation, ensuring effective outreach and engagement with target audiences.- Design and develop curriculum for various courses, delivering engaging presentations to students in the classroom, online, and at training ground settings.- Instruct Firefighter I (FFI) and Firefighter II (FFII) courses, facilitating college credit opportunities and volunteer firefighter certification.- Instruct Fire Instructor I and Fire Officer I classes online for working firefighters across northwest Minnesota, eastern North Dakota, and northeastern South Dakota.- Create specialized curriculum for private industry and the fire service, focusing on advanced firefighting techniques, leadership development for mid- and senior-rank officers, and training aspiring officers.

Hawley, Mn

Tailboard Consulting, LLC specializes in delivering innovative training programs focused on emergency services leadership. By drawing on a unique blend of our partners' extensive work experience, graduate-level research, and insights from diverse industries, we deliver impactful classes designed to enhance operational effectiveness in emergency services. Our evidence-based approach equips leaders with the tools and strategies necessary to drive performance and improve outcomes in critical situations.Key Responsibilities:- Developed and delivered training programs on firefighter communication and decision-making processes under emergency incident pressures, serving clients across the Upper Midwest and at FDIC in Indianapolis.- Managed the partnership's business operations, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.- Developed relationships with prospective clients, successfully arranging and facilitating training sessions at their conferences.

United States

Collaborated with a colleague to produce engaging content for Fire Engineering across multiple platforms. Through these efforts, we aimed to elevate knowledge and promote best practices in emergency services. Our initiatives included:- Monthly Online Column: Authored a series introducing fire service professionals to the principles of Higher Reliability Organizations, breaking down complex concepts to enhance understanding and application.- Print Journal Articles: Contributed occasional articles to the Fire Engineering print journal, providing insights and best practices relevant to the industry.- Internet Radio Show: Co-hosted a monthly program for Fire Engineering Talk Radio, discussing timely topics and fostering dialogue within the fire service community.

Bismarck, North Dakota, United States

Respond to large-scale incidents that exceed local resource capabilities, providing critical incident management assistance across the state. In this role, I implement strategic and tactical plans to effectively manage emergencies in alignment with the Incident Action Plan, overseeing all on-scene resources to ensure effective operations.Key Responsibilities:- Lead the operational response, under the direction of the incident commander as the Operations Section Chief, to incidents, coordinating efforts to control and mitigate emergencies.- As the Planning Section Chief, assess future needs, develop possible strategies, and determine resource requirements, ensuring seamless integration with the Incident Command.- Contribute to the preparation of the Incident Action Plan for upcoming operational cycles, aligning tactical objectives with overall incident goals.- Assist in the development and evaluation of regional exercises to enhance preparedness and operational readiness.

United States

Teach FS355 Advanced Emergency Services Administration & FS359 Fire Service Personnel Management classes.- FS355 Advanced Emergency Services Administration: Developed and delivered an online curriculum focused on effective management and leadership within emergency services, utilizing the National Fire Academy course guide. Collaborated on documentation for the college’s regional accreditation process, ensuring compliance and high educational standards.- FS359 Fire Service Personnel Management: Presented the National Fire Academy’s curriculum on personnel management and leadership tailored specifically for emergency services. Engaged students in discussions and activities that enhance their understanding of effective personnel practices in the fire service.FS359 Fire Service Personnel Management. Present curriculum developed by the National Fire Academy for emergency services personnel management and leadership.

Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, United States

- Operate and maintain Type 6 engines and tracked fire equipment, including the Alltrack AT20HD, ensuring optimal performance during operations.- Respond to and manage smaller wildland fire incidents, coordinating efforts to protect natural resources and minimize fire impact.- Assist in prescribed burns, contributing to ecosystem management and fire prevention strategies.- Participate in maintenance projects, including public dock removal, trail clearing, and tree plantation thinning, to enhance community access and promote forest health.

Provide structure protection on a Type I engine from advancing wild fires. Provide initial EMS care for up to 1000 firefighters performing wildland firefighting tasks in remote parts of the wilderness area.

Perform tasks as ordered to conclude fire, EMS, or other types of incidents. Participate in training and station maintenance. Develop and present company level training. This was a unique opportunity at a station averaging 1500 calls a year in an urban, gang- and drug-infested environment that was also on an initial mutual-aid strike team available to the vast majority of CA for structure protection during interface brush fires.

Perform tasks as ordered and allowed by the program to assist with conclusion of fire, EMS, or other types of incidents. Provide basic firefighter training in a fire academy environment.

M.S, Public Safety Executive Leadership, 4.0

Executive Fire Officer, Fire Service Leadership

B.S., Fire Protection Engineering & Administration

Graduated with High College Honors

A.A.S., Fire Technology & Administration

Firefighter Training

Graduated as top performer