Experience

Celebration Church TX

• United States
• Religious Institutions
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Operations Director

  • Apr 2021 - Present

• Facilities Director

  • Jan 2017 - Present



FEMA

• France
• Internet

• Emergency Management Program Specialist

  • Jul 2011 - Nov 2013

  Responsible for the coordination and delivery of recovery programs within the FEMA Individual Assistance division during declared disasters/emergencies throughout the Pacific Region, including Hawaii, Guam, Commonwealth of Northern Marianas, American Samoa and supporting the mainland. Conduct analytical and benchmark studies to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and processes, and the feasibility of future programs and developments efforts. Developing, monitoring, and coordinating the implementation of emergency plans, requirements and procedures for response under the National Response Framework & ICS. Conduct training and planning sessions for local, State, Federal, Territorial, and non-governmental agencies (VOAD) in preparedness and disaster programs, including full-scale exercises and mass care to support the communities. Development of local task forces to identify and correct concerns, shortfalls, and continuity of operation issues. Management of Mass Care/Emergency Assistance and Emergency Support Function (ESF) #6 programs for Pacific through an all-hazard approach. Analyzing information relative to the public sector on developing situations to determine potential for a Presidential declaration of an emergency or major disaster; when delegated, directs the coordination of Preliminary Damage assessments for the public and individual assistance elements of the integrated Federal, State and Local and voluntary agency damage assessment teams. Conduct training and planning sessions for local government and agencies in preparedness and disaster programs, including full-scale exercises and shelter management to support the communities. Provide guidance and instructions to senior leadership through effective correspondence and briefings, utilizing the history and expertise of federal, state, and local programs and past disasters. Show less



State of Hawaii Civil Defense

• Population Protection Planner and State Urban Search & Rescue Team Coordinator

  • Nov 2009 - Jun 2011

  Preparedness planning/execution for mitigation, response, and recovery programs within state.Developed and coordinated the Individual Assistance (IA) ESF #6 programsTeam lead assigned to develop plans and procedures for implementation of a comprehensive mass feeding task force in case of catastrophic disaster, through developing cooperative planning with government, non-government, and voluntary agencies (VOAD).Developed a faith-based and community-based initiative for the education and empowerment of our citizens for disaster preparedness. Including teaching Incident Command System (ICS) to the teams so that they can effectively coordinate with government and non-government agencies. Implemented a community plan encouraging the citizens in identifying and assisting their neighbors during disasters. Team leader for the State Civil Defense’s Emergency Response Team during EOC activations.Deliver briefings/reports to key pacific military commanders and government leadership.Agency representative assigned to coordinate with outside agencies, such as Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD), American Red Cross, military, and faith / community-based organizations. Agency FNSS lead, responsible for identifying and developing plans to support and coordination with our vulnerable populations. Agency lead for State Donation Management and agency Volunteer Management programs, requiring the development of program. Oversaw State of Hawaii Urban Search & Rescue team (US&R), training, and budget.Provide security assessments with local agencies on government and non-govt. facilities/plans.Assess and validate Haz-Mat and weapons of mass destruction (WMD) awareness training. Show less

• Hazardous Materials Training & Exercise Coordinator and State Urban Search & Rescue Team Coordinator

  • Aug 2008 - Nov 2009

  Serve as agency Hazardous Materials coordinator responsible for assessing and validating hazardous materials and weapons of mass destruction (WMD) management awareness training. Provide security assessments with local agencies in order to identify vulnerabilities within the current programs and policies.Developed and/or adapted training curriculum and materials in order to assist in conducting and evaluating training courses and hazard mitigation plans for the local City/County emergency responders. Researched and prepared federal grant for State and City/Counties supporting the Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) grant and Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) and monitoring their monthly expenditures. Provided written and verbal correspondence for both internal and external customers.Served as team leader for the SCD’s Emergency Response Team during state emergencies and emergency operation center (EOC) activations. Also serve on SCD’s Initial Response Team (IRT) during emergencies or alerts. Served as agency liaison for the statewide Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPC), which consists of government, private and public sector agencies. Participating in statewide meetings and training exercise with the LEPC and other agencies. Team coordinator for State Urban Search & Rescue team (US&R), which consists of fire, police, community volunteers and canines. Overseeing request of assistance, deployment, training, budget, and procedures. Managed OSHA HazCom program within SCD, including security, safety, facility inspections, documentation, and provided necessary internal training. Assist safety officer in inspection and placement of life safety equipment and the revision and implantation of emergency evacuation plans. Show less



Round Rock Fire Department

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Deputy Fire Chief

  • Nov 1979 - Oct 2006

  Retired.... Served as the Assistant Chief overseeing department operations. The department consisted of 115 personnel, 7 stations, 4 divisions, and all emergency and non-emergency equipment. Effectively lead and command personnel and equipment during emergency situations. Establish relationships and work cooperatively with private, city, county, state and federal officials. Successfully developed, planned, and directed teams for the purchasing of emergency apparatus and equipment. Established and assisted teams for the preparation of the annual budget, construction and facility maintenance of fire stations, and asset management. Possess a high degree of judgment, resourcefulness, and discernment for the preparation, research, and development of policies, procedures, and programs for emergency events or issues. Provided training to the public and other agencies for disaster preparedness. Planned, implemented, and reviewed departmental short and long-range goals, including strategic and tactical programs. Developed general policies and standard operating procedures for the department, in conjunction with city and labor/union requirements and recommendations. Responsible for providing public, media, and council briefings of department operations. Successfully worked with local unions to encourage a cooperative working environment. Show less