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diverse interests through a process that took three years, I believe I have the long-term dedication <br />and ability to control the chaos during this transition while providing direction and leadership <br />that aligns the fire department membership. Also, with HEMT, I created a pilot program known <br />as the Critical Care Liason Program. This trial program utilized an experienced critical care <br />paramedic to travel in a response -vehicle and liaise with the ICU Charge Nurse. This program <br />fostered an exchange of information between the in -hospital and pre -hospital worlds that <br />significantly improved working relationships and ensured optimal patient care while leaving the <br />paramedic available for emergency ambulance calls. Having this knowledge and experience, I <br />have high EMS standards and will seek to ensure all citizens receive the best care available. <br />I am currently a Deputy State Fire Marshal with the MN Department of Public Safety, <br />State Fire Marshal Divison (SFMD). My duties include conducting plan reviews of fire <br />protection sprinkler systems and conducting site inspections for approximately one-third of the <br />state. My territory includes the City of Hugo, where I have worked in concert with Chuck <br />Preisler, Building Official and Scott Baller, Building Inspector, and Gina Duncan, Fire Marshal <br />in completing fire inspections on many projects. As a resource throughout the state, I routinely <br />consult code/city officials, architects, designers, contractors, and installers regarding fire <br />protection systems and general fire code requirements. Additionally, I routinely instruct <br />firefighters, code officials, architects, and industry professionals with our sprinkler <br />demonstration trailer or during conferences, seminars, and department drills. Furthermore, I <br />have National Fire Academy credentials to instruct on fire protection related topics. <br />I am implementing an electric, web -based plan review software application to create an <br />ePlan Review Program for the SFMD. This new program will allow customers/contractors to <br />apply and submit payment and documents for review electronically, leading to greater efficiency <br />through streamlining the review process. I administer the examination program that certifies <br />Journeyman Sprinkler Fitters and Managing Employee. I utilize software to analyze test <br />question performance, create new questions, administer examinations, and provide scoring <br />results. This process will also be transitioning to eTesting, which is another program I am <br />conducting. <br />Additionally, I serve as a Staging Area Manager (STAM) for the Minnesota State Fire <br />Marshal Division. This program has provided training and experience with FEMA ICS and IMT <br />programs throughout the state, primarily with the DNR and local hazard management teams. I <br />have completed many classes required for the Emergency Management Certification, and these <br />experiences aid with those requirements. I am committed to expanding my knowledge and <br />skills, with aspirations of completing a Fire Administration degree. <br />I believe my multifaceted background encompasses the wide breadth of knowledge and <br />experiences required to be a fire chief, and I think that I would benefit the City of Hugo. The <br />City of Hugo is experiencing population growth and economic development that increases <br />demands for fire department services. Although this burden will be heavy, the opportunities for <br />growth and evolution are exciting; please consider me for the Fire Chief position. <br />