Gregory Summers

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Fire Chief at Waco Fire Department @
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Waco, Texas, United States, United States
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About Gregory Summers

A distinguished Fire service leader with strong leadership and management skills with over 34 plus years in the fire service. Demonstrated experience in influencing, decision making and coaching in all levels of supervision, ethics, employment, recruiting, talent development, benefits, policy, process and program improvement, project management, human resources management, conflict resolution, and diversity and inclusion initiatives. An articulate, strategic leader, skilled in building consensus at all levels of the organization. A cost-conscious professional driven to exceed objectives, improve processes, and contribute to the over-all success of the team.

Gregory Summers's Current Company Details
Waco Fire Department

Waco Fire Department

Fire Chief at Waco Fire Department
Gregory Summers Work Experience Details
  • Waco Fire Department
    Fire Chief
    Waco Fire Department Mar 2020 - Present
    Waco, Texas, United States
    A distinguished Fire service leader with strong leadership and management skills with over 34 plus years in the fire service. Demonstrated experience in influencing, decision making and coaching in all levels of supervision, ethics, employment, recruiting, talent development, benefits, policy, process and program improvement, project management, human resources management, conflict resolution, and diversity and inclusion initiatives. An articulate, strategic leader, skilled in building consensus at all levels of the organization. A cost-conscious professional driven to exceed objectives, improve processes, and contribute to the over-all success of the team.
  • New York Life Insurance Co
    Insurance Agent
    New York Life Insurance Co Dec 2018 - Mar 2020
    Agent licensed to sell insurance through New York Life Insurance Company
  • City Of Little Rock
    Fire Chief
    City Of Little Rock Jan 2009 - Jan 2018
    Retired effective January 31, 2018Develops long-range plans for meeting fire suppression needs of the City; provides technical information regarding fire suppression requirements for use in consideration of annexation and development issues.Ensures that the cities fire insurance rating is maintained Reviews standards set by government agencies and fire insurance organizations to determine the need for new and enhanced training programs for firefightersReviews training programs developed by Fire Department trainers to ensure compliance with standardsReviews tentative budget figures prepared by the Fire Department staff to ensure compliance with budget guidelines; recommends budget for capital improvements, including new stations and major equipment purchasesDevelops plans and minimum training requirements for special Fire Department units Develops policies and procedures for the inspection of fire scenes and inspections for fire prevention; reports cases of suspected arson, bombings and bomb threats, and other unusual emergencies to the appropriate local, state, and federal agency as required by law and regulations. Reviews complaints from citizens regarding Fire Department operationsPresents information regarding Fire Department operations to civic groups and other organizations" Secured $2 million dollar FEMA Fire Station Construction Grant (SCG) " Partnered with Arkansas Heart Hospital to provide Heart Saver Physicals for firefighters " Established EMS Bicycle team for large events giving greater access for EMS interventions " Partnered with Little Rock School District in establishing Fire Cadet Program " Established Battalion Chief Academy Development Program-to develop and prepare next generation of leaders" Attained Insurance Services Office ISO Class 1 " Achieved Accreditation through Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI)
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  • City Of Little Rock
    Assistant Fire Chief
    City Of Little Rock 2007 - 2009
    Directly responsible for the day-to-day operations of the fire department. Overseeing 360 employees, 20 fire stations, 28 apparatus and the Airport Rescue Fire Fighting division. Provided direct administration and logistical support to the fire chief in the daily execution of duties of the office, including facilitating agenda of short, medium, and long-range goals for the overall success of the department and its members. Assisted in the preparation and supervision management of the department's $31 million dollar operating budget, including capital outlay projects; approving and forecasting of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; and approving expenditures and implementing budgetary adjustments as appropriate. Responsible for developing, administering and ensuring implementation of fire department policies and procedures, rules and regulations and standard operating guidelines. Human resource and administrative oversight of hiring procedures and process. Work with city attorney and human resource office in the preparation of necessary documentation to defend disciplinary action. Responded to and resolved sensitive citizen complaints. Responsible for re-writing the Department's Rules & Regulations. Served as the Liaison to Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport management officials regarding fire department interest and issues. Met with union executive board to discuss/resolve labor/management issues." Enforced Incident Command System protocols on all responses to ensure firefighter and scene safety" Required all Battalion Chiefs mandatory attendance to the National Fire Academy (course) Command and Control Decision Making at Multiple Alarm Incidents (R297)" Budget oversight to maximize cost and expenditures within line item parameters
  • City Of Little Rock
    Battalion Chief, Operations
    City Of Little Rock 2004 - 2006
    Responsible for assigning and directing fire personnel involved in firefighting and rescue activities within assigned battalion. Ensured the availability of fire and rescue apparatus and equipment through inspections of stations and equipment; directed subordinates in obtaining necessary replacements. Developed and recommended battalion and department improvements; requests new and replacement equipment. Requisitions supplies for assigned battalion and takes annual inventory on fire station facilities and equipment. Prepared tentative annual budget for assigned battalion; assists in the preparation of the Fire Department budget. Monitored daily technical fire manual and battalion study programs of each company within the battalion to ensure firefighting personnel are kept abreast of changes in the battalion, firefighting techniques and rescue practices. Evaluated and routed regular reports from companies regarding injuries, accidents, or equipment malfunctions to an Assistant Fire Chief or Fire Chief. Continued oversight of Bond initiative. Battalion Chief, Administration 2004Responsible for the shared oversight of the Fire Department's $12 million share of the city's $70 million Bond Project "Continue the Progress"." Remodeled 19 fire stations" Installed Emergency generators at all fire stations" Relocated station 17 to 69th & Murray" Constructed $6 million-dollar state of the art training tower, burn building and props, classrooms, workout facility, warehouse, Emergency Operations Center and alternate 911-dispatch center." Successfully managed $12 million Bond Initiative Budget.

Gregory Summers Skills

Public Safety Disaster Response Weapons Of Mass Destruction Emergency Management Emergency Services Government First Responder Preparedness Nims Homeland Security Hazardous Materials Incident Command Rescue Firefighting Fire Safety Fire Management Police Fire Protection Ems Structural Firefighting Vehicle Extrication Fire Investigation Technical Rescue Fire Suppression Systems Criminal Investigations Firefighters Cbrn Investigation Enforcement Fire Service Law Enforcement Life Safety Patrol Emergency Planning Counterterrorism Firearms Public Administration Criminal Justice Education Funding Strategies

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Gregory Summers works for Waco Fire Department

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Gregory Summers's current role is Fire Chief at Waco Fire Department.

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Gregory Summers attended Arkansas Tech University.

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