Raymond McDaniel
Marion
Summary
Accomplished Fire Chief with a proven track record at City of Marion, enhancing emergency management and firefighting operations. Brought the department from a Class 9 to a Class 3 ISO rating. Acquired Heavy Resume Certification from the NC Rescue Association. Secured multiple FEMA grants to alleviate strain on the City Budget. Expert in incident command and adept at staff development, significantly improved safety standards and operational efficiency. Established vital collaborations, securing resources and fostering team growth.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Chief
City of Marion
07.2019 - 01.2025
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Managed department budget effectively, prioritizing essential equipment purchases and maintenance without compromising safety standards.
- Established strong relationships with local government officials to secure necessary funding and resources for the department''s needs.
- Supervised incident command operations, ensuring proper coordination among on-scene personnel and effective communication with external agencies.
Assistant Fire Chief
City of Marion
01.2009 - 07.2019
- Operations Chief for the department and served as acting Chief in their absence.
- Overseen fire prevention, pre-plans and inspections for the department.
- Evaluated firefighter performance during training exercises, identifying areas for improvement and offering constructive feedback for skill enhancement.
- Provided access to grief counseling during times of emergency.
Fire Engineer
City Of Marion
07.2006 - 01.2009
- Established strong working relationships with other emergency service providers to facilitate seamless coordination during major incidents.
- Developed detailed evacuation plans for high-risk facilities, ensuring smooth egress during emergencies.
- Managed budget allocation for fire prevention programs, ensuring cost-effective use of resources while maintaining high-quality services.
- Maintained fire apparatus and responded to emergencies with the apparatus and operated them.
Lead Person
Ethan Allen Furniture
07.1994 - 07.2006
- Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements and establish project priorities, ensuring alignment with overall company goals.
- Increased team productivity by effectively delegating tasks and setting clear expectations.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget constraints.
- Evaluated team performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
McDowell High School
Marion, NC06-1991
Skills
- Firefighting operations
- Incident command
- Workload prioritization
- Fire suppression
- Emergency management
- Fire prevention
- Hazardous materials response
- Emergency response procedures
- Occupational safety
- Disaster preparedness
- Staff development
- Fire protection
- Records management
- Training programs
- Personnel training
- Rescue operations
Timeline
Fire Chief
City of Marion
07.2019 - 01.2025
Assistant Fire Chief
City of Marion
01.2009 - 07.2019
Fire Engineer
City Of Marion
07.2006 - 01.2009
Lead Person
Ethan Allen Furniture
07.1994 - 07.2006
High School Diploma -
McDowell High School
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