Presently, I am investigating new, broader opportunities where my technical and supervisory skills can be effectively utilized. I am pursuing training and safety management positions in the Jacksonville, Florida area. As a training officer for over twenty years and a Fire Chief, I have instructed personnel and administered all aspects of OSHA, EPA and other state and federal regulations. As a member of the city’s Safety Committee, I have addressed workers compensation issues and that committee has reduced workers compensation claims over 23% since its inception. I have a diverse training and work experience background and I can adapt to any work environment.
David A. Chapman
2457 Camphorwood Court
Orange Park, Florida
Home: (904) 877-7033 Cell: (812) 257-2322
chappy815[at]gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Highly motivated management, safety, and training professional with a career demonstrating visionary leadership, expertise, and distinguished performance in emergency management and public and personal safety. Solid background of delivering decisive, action-driven administrative leadership. Expertise in strategic planning, program development and management, budget development, human resource management, daily operations, and staff development. Performance driven team leader with excellent interpersonal skills, optimally utilizing all channels of communication to develop team momentum, enthusiasm, and pride.
Core Competencies Include:
Leadership
Environmental Health & Safety
Regulatory Compliance
Training Curriculum Development
Safety Management
Media Communications / Presentations
Hazmat Certification
Mentoring / Developing Staff
Community Outreach
Crisis Communication
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Washington Fire Department
Washington, IN
Battalion Chief (Change in Political Administration)
2008-2010
Managed all operations for one of two shifts within department including personnel issues of assignments to stations, job assignments, and adequate staffing; maintained a level of readiness for emergencies. Provided oversight as incident commander at emergency scenes, directing fire personnel, assisting outside agencies, and mutual aid departments. Assisted with vehicle and equipment maintenance and appropriate documentation.
Key Accomplishments:
* Enabled staff to take lead roles in projects, assignments, and routine incidents and then provided positive feedback. Resulted in improved moral and enhanced rapport.
* Implemented additional training processes to further develop staff. Taught advanced training in Hazardous Materials, Incident Command, and Emergency Medical Response.
Washington Fire Department
Washington, IN
Fire Chief
2004-2008
Promoted to position with responsibility for managing entire department. Developed departmental budgets and presented to City Council for approval. Managed entire human resource process including hiring, training, and payroll. Evaluated personnel and operational performance, setting standards and objectives. Conducted training and education sessions on various topics from basic objectives to advanced management skills. Served as incident commander on all emergency runs. Directed department's public image by making public appearances, attending media events, and conducting multimedia presentations. Acted as purchasing director, writing specifications with authority to approve all purchases.
Key Accomplishments:
* Worked closely with Mayor and other department leaders to trim budgets, procure additional funding, and develop solutions to perform necessary functions during an $800K budget shortfall. Resulted in no loss of services. Additionally, negotiated an agreement to provide emergency medical response at no additional cost to taxpayers.
* Spearheaded the reactivation of the county Fire Chief's Association, serving as the chair person. Association created a conduit for dissemination of information from state and national agencies to all fire departments in Daviess County, improving operational excellence.
* Instituted plan to replace antiquated and failing equipment with modern technology using grant funding. New technology included computers, radio, response and personal protective equipment. Total expenditures approximately $180K, with $110K being from grants awarded.
* Implemented new program to improve the performance of fire inspections in public buildings. Designated two certified inspectors to perform inspections with new processes and accountability.
* Developed comprehensive strategic plan covering both short and long term planning for department, encompassing personnel, equipment, vehicles and fixed asset needs.
* Expanded prevention programs for all age groups to increase public awareness and safety.
* Established Emergency Medical Protocols for department that were adopted by all fire departments in Daviess and Martin Counties.
* Assisted in coordinating efforts to provide police and fire protection to a new retail shopping facility outside the jurisdictional boundary of the city. Increased public exposure for the department and generated additional revenues for the city.
Washington Fire Department
Washington, IN
Firefighter / Company Officer
1984-2004
Member of team responding to fire, rescue, hazmat, or medical emergencies. Designated as fire scene investigator with responsibility for making determination of cause and origin of fire. Processed evidence from scene and testified at court proceedings. Served as training officer for department, providing instruction on topics ranging from basic firefighting techniques to advanced management principles. Represented department on the city safety committee.
Key Accomplishments Include:
* Reduced worker compensation claims through corrective safety measures by approximately 22%.
Emergency Medical Technician
1984-2004
Provided emergency medical services on a contract basis with county. Assisted in the patient accounts office conducting administrative functions.
CREDENTIALS
Education and Professional Development
Bachelor of Science in Fire Science, Columbia Southern University, Summa Cum Laude 2009
Enhanced Incident Management / Unified Command Course, Texas A&M University
WMD Incident Management / Unified Command Course, University of Southern Indiana
NIMS 300 and NIMS 400 Train the Trainer
NFPA Fire Service Instructor II/III
Indiana Fire Service Certified Investigator
Indiana Emergency Medical Technician, Basic
Fire Service Firefighter I/II
Certified Hazardous Materials Operations
National Fire Academy Strategy and Tactics Course; Emmitsburg, Maryland
Professional Affiliations
Indiana Fire Chief's Association, Board of Directors
Daviess County Fire Chief's Association, President
Indiana Department of Transportation, Interstate 69 Community Action Committee
Indiana Fire Training System District Board · Indiana Department of Homeland Security
Indiana Fire Chief's Mutual Aid Response System, County Coordinator
Civic Affiliations
Daviess County Senior and Family Services, Board of Directors
Washington Jaycees, Past Chapter President
Daviess County Extension Board of Directors
Habitat for Humanity, Past Board Member
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