As Deputy Fire Chief, the goal is to cultivate a climate of readiness among the Airmen, ensuring Airmen are equipped to meet the demands of deployment cycles and the evolving challenges ahead. A commitment to preparing the team for the high-level, rapid decision-making skills required under the new Contingency Operations Concept of Employment (CONEMP), aligning with the CAFR TASKORD, and mission-ready Airmen model.
Sanctioning body for Mixed Arts competitions both amateur and professional in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Collects and organizes all required medical documentation for competitors and issues licenses to competitors, trainers, coaches, and corners. Responsible for the hiring of all officials for each event to include doctors, referees, judges, and any other needed officials for the event. Coordinates with licensed event promoters to conduct official weigh-ins and bout certifications.
Performs routine administrative duties, recommends policy changes, monitors flight training certifications, and schedules annual training. Monitors training requirements and upgrade training courses in conjunction with the Unit Training Manager. Manages career specific certification process for flight personnel in upgrade training. Plans, evaluates, and documents training to ensure compliance with Career Field Education and Training Plan.
Supervised a crew of up to 7 firefighters at a fire station, overseeing daily operations, leading emergency response efforts at fire scenes, managing personnel, equipment, and ensuring the safety of the team during firefighting and rescue operations, often acting as the incident commander until relieved by a higher ranking officer; duties include fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, fire prevention inspections, and station maintenance.
Certified KY Paramedic October 1999 - Present
Fire Inspector III 21 Jul 2023
Fire Officer IV 07 Oct 2021
Fire Fighter Rescue & Survival Instructor 16 Mar 2018
Rescue Technician 11 Apr 2003
Hazardous Materials Incident Commander 07 Nov 2002
Fire Instructor III 19 Oct 2002
Firefighter II 09 Jan 1997
Meritorious Service Medal - 1 21 Mar 2023
Army Achievement Medal with "C" Device - 1 01 Sep 2022
Air Force Achievement Medal - 3 07 May 2004
Air Force Commendation Medal - 1 10 Apr 2001