Michael Bourquin Email & Phone Number

Helena, Mt, Us

Fort Harrison, Montana

Helena, Montana

I provide guidance, templates, and standards for state and local partners to follow when applying for EMPG (Emergency Management Program Grant) and OPSG (Operation Stongarden Grant) program and grantsI manage SHSP (State Homeland Security Program) for numerous counties in the central districtI gather input from DFO’s (District Field Officer’s) and Preparedness Coordinators to ensure grant funding is being utilized to measurably enhance preparednessI gather information from state agencies and partners to identify potential funding sources that may fill gaps identified in the THIRA/SPR and other assessmentsI coordinate with DFO’s and Preparedness Coordinators to develop status report criteria for local jurisdictions.I provide quarterly feedback and end of fiscal year accruals to each jurisdiction on the status of their grantI am responsible for budget allocations for counties that are requesting to reallocate funding to purchase equipment.I develop and maintain grant monitoring guidance and train DFO’s on expectationsI schedule and conduct monitoring visits as neededI develop and conduct training for local jurisdictions and appropriate state staff on preparedness grant guidanceI participate in the Senior Advisory CommitteeI work in the SECC (State Emergency Coordination Center) as a Logistics Deputy in Training when the SECC is activated throughout the State of Montana.

Helena, Mt

I identify and/or inspect outdoor advertising sites, locating sites by GPS, photographing and cataloging all signs. I research public records to identify land ownership, sign locations and locate the sign owner if different from the landowner. I review applicable statutes to determine the legality of a sign. I consult with the Outdoor Advertising Coordinator, Legal Services Bureau, Elected Public Officials and other regulatory officials as needed to determine the legality of signs. I interact with sign and landowners to resolve disputed signs and sign conditions. I explain the Outdoor Advertising Rules and assist sign owners with alternate locations or placement of legal signage, while maintaining accurate history of contacts with sign and site owners. I’m responsible for coordinating the legal removal of unlawful signs by contacting sign and site owners, soliciting contractor estimates for sign removal and completing all necessary paperwork to ensure removal is done in a professional manner. I review and analyze new applications for sign permits on a statewide basis, including conducting and completing field inspections, reviewing and reporting compliance, making decision to approve or deny applications. I’m responsible for preparing a monthly Federal Report which includes the number of illegal signs statewide, number of signs in disrepair, number of sign that encroach on the State of Montana Right of Way, the number of illegal signs that can be made lawful and how may permitted signs are missing permit plates. I research and monitor changing methods, laws and professional standards related to Outdoor Advertising to incorporate appropriate innovations into ongoing project plans. I assist legal staff with mediation administrative hearings and/or trial. I will testify as an expert witness, if requested by legal staff, concerning sign issues.

Helena, Mt

I was responsible for directing the activities of Fire personnel during an assigned shift. My duties included: assigning, directing, and supervising firefighting, medical emergencies, and related life and property protection; directing the route to be taken to emergency calls; implementing and/or integrating into an incident management system; making decisions regarding firefighting methods to be used; deploying and managing personnel; ensuring the safe operation of fire equipment and apparatus; and assisting Fire Community Services with, and participating in, public education, community relations, and fire prevention programs and activities. I was responsible for prioritizing, scheduling, and completing tasks associated with non-emergency response activities such as pre-fire planning, fire and life safety education, and station-based training activities. Incumbents are required to supervise and participate in the care and maintenance of a fire station, apparatus, equipment, and grounds.I communicated with management, peers, subordinates, and other City employees to assign and coordinate emergency scene tasks, evaluate performance, and establish and maintain effective working relationships. I instructed the professional development needs of subordinates and provided guidance in helping meet their individual career goals. I assisted employees in understanding their progress toward department and individual goals through performance appraisals, as well as frequent and timely feedback. I instructed others in fire safety, fire prevention, firefighting, and emergency medical services (EMS). • Develop Plans:I developed a Population Protection Plan/Wildland Fire Preparedness Plan for five areas for the West Valley Fire Department. I identified the risks in these areas and developed plans to mitigate the risk with residence in areas. I provided tips to residence to prepare for a wildland fires in these areas.

Helena, Montana

I am responsible for setting achievable goals and objectives for my crew and was able to change the goals and objectives depending on the situation. I am responsible for crew safety, monitoring fire behavior, changing fire conditions, and stress management for my crew.

Helena, Mt

As the 1st Team Crew Leader I was responsible for setting achievable goals and objectives to for my crew and was able to change to the goals and objective depending on what was occurring during a fire situation. I was responsible for crew safety, monitoring fire behavior, changing fire conditions, and stress management for my crew.

Helena, Mt

As the Individual Product Specialist for New West Health Services I received new individual health insurance applications by mail, fax, and from insurance agents across Montana, as well as the New West Marketing Department. I handled member inquiries usually by phone concerning benefits, rate increases, status of applications in underwriting, and general questions about the individual health insurance products offered by New West Health Services. I received phone calls from distraught members concerning premium increases for the year and had to explain the rationale behind the rate increase. I also handled inquiries from members and agents that were upset concerning their denial of health insurance coverage. I was responsible for running weekly reports that monitored the growth of the Individual Health Insurance Products offered by New West Health Services. I was responsible for notifying members of their rates increase for the upcoming plan year.

Helena, Mt

I received inquiries from members, physicians, hospitals requesting authorization of in/out patient services, medications, durable medical equipment providers requesting authorization of durable medical equipment and items. I received inquiries from members concerning whether or not certain procedures or equipment was covered within their plan. I received inquiries from members and pharmacies concerning issues or problems with medication authorization. I was able to connect to the Caremark Medication system and solve issues or troubleshoot problems so members could receive their medication or so the pharmacy could run the medication. I could enter a lost or stolen medication authorization for a member or pharmacy as the medication would deny for refill to soon. I was responsible for all phone calls and faxes coming into Medical Services for medication authorizations, issues, and questions from members, physicians, and pharmacies.I was responsible for creating a Durable Medical Equipment program for New West Health Services. I was responsible for creating a policy for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (C-PAP) Machines. This policy included both national and Medicare Standards. The policy was reviewed by the New West Medical Director, a Medical Steering Committee, and the Director of Medical Services, and was approved and is still in effect today. I created monthly Excel spreadsheet reports that monitored the continuous positive airway pressure (C-PAP) machine authorizations in New West Medical Services.I was the lead contact person for all durable medical equipment questions and authorizations in New West Medical Services. I had the ability to authorize all durable medical equipment requests as long as the member met the criteria for the specific piece of equipment. The durable medical equipment program that I created is still in place today.

Helena, Mt

Assistant Training Officer (6 years 92-98) and Firefighter 1 Training Officer (3 years 99-01) I was responsible for presenting topics, and offering hands on training to a class size of 15-20 individuals ranging in age from 18-25. In this job, I designed and updated Fire Fighter One Course, which consisted of a 30 week course covering all aspects firefighting needed by a rookie

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Fire And Emergency Services Administration

Activities and Societies: Sigma Alpha Lambda- Honors Leadership Society

Communication, General

Certificate, Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa

Associate'S Degree, Emergency Management And Planning

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa