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JUSTIN RICE

Clay City

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Powell County Fiscal Court, excelling in staff management and emergency response. Proven track record in developing impactful training programs and executing successful community outreach initiatives. Skilled in GIS mapping and critical thinking, fostering collaboration to enhance public safety and preparedness.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Deputy Emergency Management Director

Powell County Fiscal Court
Stanton
03.2025 - Current
  • Created training programs to educate staff on how to respond in an emergency situation.
  • Performed site visits throughout the county assessing potential risks associated with natural disasters.
  • Planned and executed community outreach initiatives designed to promote awareness of hazards and provide resources for preparedness activities.
  • Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies to ensure proper response protocols were in place.
  • Maintained records of all Emergency Management activities including responses, assessments, trainings.
  • Identified practical and potential problems facing emergency services and implemented realistic and successful solutions.
  • Monitored weather conditions and provided updates to the public regarding potential threats.

Mapping Director

Powell County Fiscal Court
Stanton
01.2023 - Current
  • Verified accuracy of data entry by reviewing, correcting, deleting or reentering information.
  • Recovered missing data and resolved statistical inconsistencies by communicating with source authors.
  • Responded to public requests for information concerning mapping issues and questions about surveys, acreage, taxation, and other concerns.
  • Produced overlay maps detailing water locations and topographic features.
  • Used manual and robotic field surveying techniques to complete accurate work.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with GIS software,.
  • Compiled field survey data to create geodatabases, feature classes, and other objects.
  • Researched land information, evaluated deeds and reviewed zoning and subdivision regulations.
  • Maintained current knowledge of GIS technology trends by attending workshops and seminars.
  • Examined and compiled data from ground surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite images to prepare thematic maps.
  • Uploaded collected data to internal database for review and manipulation by quality control team.
  • Created and updated complex data used in reports, maps and sketches.
  • Updated existing maps with new features or changes in land use patterns.
  • Checked mapping layers to assess accuracy and identify, mark and correct errors.
  • Assisted with the development of web-based mapping applications utilizing ESRI software.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure that data is properly integrated into GIS system.

Assistant Director

Powell County 911 Center
Stanton
06.2014 - Current
  • Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with employees
  • Planned, organized and directed the activities of a team of staff members to ensure efficient operations
  • Recruited, interviewed, hired and trained new staff members in accordance with company policies
  • Conducted performance reviews and provided disciplinary actions, if necessary
  • Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests and other human resources functions
  • Provided regular performance feedback, developing subordinates' skills and encouraging growth
  • Managed the recruitment process for open positions within the department, ensuring candidates met required qualifications
  • Managed complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to deadlines, budgets, and quality expectations
  • Performed data entry, scanning and indexing of documents into the electronic records management system
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information stored in the system
  • Utilized best practices to ensure compliance with legal requirements regarding document retention

Education

High School Diploma -

Powell County High School
Stanton, Ky
05.2011

Skills

  • Staff management
  • Staff development
  • Task delegation
  • Project management
  • Records Management
  • GIS mapping
  • Training program development
  • Community outreach
  • Data analysis
  • Public communication
  • Collaboration skills
  • Team leadership
  • Resource allocation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Staff recruitment
  • Performance management
  • Municipal relationship management
  • Task prioritization
  • Critical thinking
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Negotiation
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Crisis management
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Analytical thinking
  • Grant writing
  • Emergency Medical Knowledge
  • Multitasking
  • Computer skills
  • Excellent communication
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Training and development
  • Professionalism
  • Professional and courteous
  • Active listening
  • Emergency response
  • Risk assessment

References

References available upon request

Certification

  • Public Safety Dispatch Academy
  • Criminal Justice Information System
  • Security Awareness
  • Incident Command Systems
  • Chemical Emergency Preparedness Program Evaluator
  • Emergency Medical Dispatch
  • Telephone CPR

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Deputy Emergency Management Director

Powell County Fiscal Court
03.2025 - Current

Mapping Director

Powell County Fiscal Court
01.2023 - Current

Assistant Director

Powell County 911 Center
06.2014 - Current

High School Diploma -

Powell County High School

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