Erika Greene
Monroe
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Fire Chief with proven expertise in emergency response, team leadership, and community outreach. Skilled in developing training programs and enhancing fire prevention initiatives to ensure safety and compliance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Fire Chief
Town of Unionville Volunteer Fire Department
Monroe
07.2025 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated training programs for volunteers and career firefighters, enhancing skills and preparedness for emergency response.
- Develop and implement department training schedules, drills, and continuing education programs.
- Ensure compliance with department policies, state regulations, and safety standards.
- Assist with emergency incident command and operational decision-making during fire and rescue operations.
- Mentor firefighters and officers in professional development and leadership growth.
- Supported department administration, staffing, equipment readiness, and community outreach efforts to ensure effective fire service delivery.
- Oversee Fire Life Safety Education initiatives and community outreach activities.
Captain
Town of Unionville Volunteer Fire Department
Monroe
07.2022 - 07.2025
- Led fire crews during emergency incidents and daily operations.
- Conducted firefighter training and performance evaluations.
- Oversaw apparatus readiness, equipment inspections, and station responsibilities.
- Oversaw Fire Life Safety Education Activities and community safety outreach.
- Scheduled educational events and coordinated public fire prevention programs.
- Delivered fire safety presentations and distributed educational materials to school and community groups.
- Assisted with public relations efforts to strengthen community awareness of fire prevention and emergency preparedness.
Lieutenant
Town of Unionville Volunteer Fire Department
Monroe
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Assisted with crew supervision and emergency scene management.
- Supported department training initiatives and firefighter development
- Coordinated Fire Life Safety Education programs and community outreach events.
- Scheduled public education events and delivered fire safety presentations to community members.
- Distributed fire prevention and safety education materials during community events and school programs.
- Promoted fire prevention and awareness through public engagement and safety messaging.
- Maintained operational preparedness and safety compliance.
Firefighter
Town of Unionville Volunteer Fire Department
Monroe
10.2010 - 07.2020
- Responded swiftly to fire, rescue, medical, and hazardous materials incidents, ensuring the safety of individuals and communities.
- Executed fire suppression, rescue operations, and emergency medical assistance to safeguard lives and property.
- Engaged in ongoing training and public safety education programs to enhance community awareness and preparedness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Piedmont High School
Monroe, NC06-2007
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Protection Technology
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, NC05-2026
Skills
- Emergency response
- Fire suppression
- Incident command
- Rescue operations
- Fire prevention
- Risk assessment
- Public safety
- Interagency coordination
- Training program development
- Incident reporting
- Records management
- Record keeping
- Team leadership
- Teamwork
- Training programs
- Community outreach
Certification
- Basic Wildland Fire Suppression
- Chief 101
- Driver Operator Aerials
- Driver Operator EVD
- Driver Operator Mobile Water Supply
- Driver Operator Pumps
- Fire and Life Safety Educator 1
- Fire Officer 1&2
- Firefighter 1&2
- General Instructor 1&2
- Hazardous Materials Level 1 Responder
- Rapid Intervention Crew
- Technical Rescuer
- Technical Rescuer Vehicle
- Technical Rescuer Water
Timeline
Assistant Fire Chief
Town of Unionville Volunteer Fire Department
07.2025 - Current
Captain
Town of Unionville Volunteer Fire Department
07.2022 - 07.2025
Lieutenant
Town of Unionville Volunteer Fire Department
07.2020 - 07.2022
Firefighter
Town of Unionville Volunteer Fire Department
10.2010 - 07.2020
High School Diploma -
Piedmont High School
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Protection Technology
Rowan Cabarrus Community College