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Douglas Jones

Prince George

Summary

Experienced fire service professional prepared for leadership role. Proven ability to manage emergency situations, ensure safety protocols, and lead teams effectively. Strong focus on team collaboration, flexible in dynamic environments, and consistently achieve operational goals. Skilled in incident command, firefighting techniques, and emergency medical response. Reliable, adaptable, and results-driven.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Lieutenant

Prince George County, Virginia
02.2018 - Current
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
  • Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
  • Increased firefighter safety by enforcing strict adherence to department policies and procedures during emergency operations.
  • Collaborated with other fire departments for mutual aid support during major incidents, augmenting available resources as needed to ensure public safety objectives were met efficiently.
  • Mentored new firefighters, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
  • Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
  • Evaluated personnel performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and identifying individual strengths to match skill sets with appropriate assignments.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
  • Precepted new paramedics, Advanced EMT providers, and EMT-Basics following established standards of practice and organizational policies.
  • Facilitated problem-solving exercises that challenged new providers to think critically.

Firefighter/EMT-Basic

City Of Hopewell
01.2014 - 02.2018
  • Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
  • Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services-Paramedic

J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA
05-2022

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science Technology

J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA
05-2010

Prince George High School
Prince George, VA
06-2007

Skills

  • Emergency medical treatment
  • Emergency management
  • Personnel management
  • Public education
  • EMS expertise
  • Staff performance evaluation
  • Staff development and leadership
  • Crew leadership
  • Staff training
  • Incident command
  • Fire suppression

Certification


  • Paramedic, National Registry/Va State - Current 3/2026
  • AEMT, National Registry/Va Stat - May 2018- January 2022
  • EMT-Basic, May 2006-May 2018
  • ACLS, American Heart Association- Current 3/2027
  • PALS, american Heart Association- Current 4/2027
  • CPR for the BLS Provider, American Heart Association- Current 1/2027


Timeline

Fire Lieutenant

Prince George County, Virginia
02.2018 - Current

Firefighter/EMT-Basic

City Of Hopewell
01.2014 - 02.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services-Paramedic

J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science Technology

J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Prince George High School

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