I am a transformational, empowering Fire Chief who leverages excellent communication skills to deliver a people-first approach to decision-making via proactive employee engagement. I ensure team buy-in and motivation through an open and direct communication style highlighting transparency and honesty. Further, I possess an approachable attitude to optimize operational readiness for emergency and non-emergency responses and enhance community safety. My cohorts have described me as an out-of-the-box thinker committed to improving financial management and strategic leadership through in-depth project management expertise and joint operations.Below are a handful of my selected highlights:● Graduated from the National Fire Academy as an Executive Fire Officer through executive-level fire officer content. ● Earned a Chief Fire Officer designation from the Center for Public Safety Excellence due to excellent performance. ● Served on the State of Iowa All Hazards Type 3 Incident Management Team with a team of multi-agency/multi-jurisdictional professionals to support complex incidents, disasters, and special events to improve public safety. ● Leveraged research and published papers to determine the new location for Waukee Fire Department’s next station.● Led Waukee Fire Department’s transition from one 911 communications center into Westcom Communications.● Transitioned Waukee Fire Department to a regional records management system for Fire and EMS reporting by managing the buildout and ongoing operations.My strengths are strategic leadership, emergency response, project management, operational readiness, and department operations. I am confident that my skills and experience will enhance team performance for improved fire prevention.I look forward to meeting you!
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