1. CARLOS TIRADO
1654 Massachusetts Avenue Apt 25 Cambridge MA, 02138
ctirado316@gmail.com • Mobile 229.539.7196
PUBLIC SAFETY MANAGEMENT
Firefighting & Fire Prevention • Safety Program Management • Emergency Response Services
Accomplished, highly qualified, and service-focused safety professional with seven years of experience
managing programs and operations to protect personnel, facilities, and assets. Razor-sharp analytical,
problem solving, and leadership skills backed by effective communication; proven talent for evaluating
emergency situations quickly, understanding resource capabilities, and coordinating operations across
groups and agencies to achieve successful outcomes.
Highlights of expertise:
• Fire Department Operations Management
• Risk Analysis / Mitigation Strategies
• HAZMAT Response & Remediation
• Procedure / Standards Implementation
• Logistics Forecasting & Management
• Regulatory Compliance Management
• Training Program Development
• Public Speaking & Community Relations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE RESERVES, Beale AFB, CA
Assistant Chief of Safety, 11/2013 – Present
Spearhead occupational firefighter safety & health program for fire department at Beale AFB; conduct
inspections, track safety and testing programs, and monitor compliance with NFPA, OSHA, and related
national health and safety standards. Communicate safety regulations to organization of 30 personnel,
and lead efforts to identify and subsequently mitigate or eliminate hazards.
Key Achievements:
• Updated safety program standards and implemented new practices to bring program in line with
current regulations, ensuring success of critical safety inspections.
• Coordinated agreement with base physician to allow for assessment of injured firefighters,
meeting requirement for new National Fire Protection Association mandate.
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, Moody AFB, GA and Beale AFB, CA
Fire Protection Crew Chief, 3/2011 – 5/2013
Supervised teams of up to 12 firefighters and took command of ground operations during emergency
situations; executed split-second decisions and directed firefighting and emergency response efforts.
Guided training, performance evaluation, and professional development of junior team members as first
line instructor; managed airport driver’s licensing program and coordinated instruction / certification for
fire, police, and medical personnel.
Key Achievements:
• Deployed to Afghanistan to serve as Station Captain and assist in establishing, developing, and
managing fire and emergency services;
− Built positive relations with local fire department; developed and managed training program,
and instituted communications to improve safety and health awareness in the community.
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− Excelled in logistics management role; tracked use of $2M+ in firefighting / emergency
response assets to ensure accountability.
− Orchestrated acquisition, equipping, and management of three medical response vehicles;
managed maintenance for station’s seven fire trucks, keeping vehicles at constant readiness.
• Outstanding performance under pressure, both at home and abroad, recognized through
continued rapid promotion and receipt of two Commendation Medals.
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, Moody AFB, GA
Firefighter / Fire Protection Driver Operator, 9/2007 – 3/2011
Provided emergency services to community of 4,500 military and civilian residents (635 administrative
industrial, and housing facilities); responded quickly to aircraft and structural fires, vehicle crashes,
search and rescue emergencies, and hazardous material incidents. Directed transportation, operation, and
maintenance of firefighting / emergency vehicles and equipment valued at $7M; forecast logistics
resource needs and ensured acquisitions and services remained within budget. Delivered presentations
and hosted department tours to promote safety and community outreach goals.
Key Achievements:
• Deployed to Iraq to manage Emergency Operations Center; coordinated emergency responses
between organizations and teams, and worked hands-on as Lead Hand-Lineman during
firefighting emergencies, saving $1M+ in US Army assets. Volunteered 100+ hours at hospital.
• Improved department mobility program by identifying and correcting 50 deficiencies; outlined
recovery plan that brought program back into alignment with current standards.
− Developed upgrade training program that expedited personnel licensing and increased
group’s operational readiness
• Led fire prevention training workshops attended by 100+ youths; improving public safety by
increasing awareness of fire risks and promoting good safety practices.
• Established track record of award-winning performance; received early promotion six months
ahead of peers, and garnered 2008 Firefighter of the Year award.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE - 2014
SAN FRANCISCO STATE UNIVERSITY, San Francisco, CA
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN FIRE SCIENCE - 2011
CCAF, Montgomery, AL
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN: REGISTRY # E3170955
International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) Certifications:
Wildland Firefighter I ~ Rescue Technician I / Rescue Technician - Confined Space
Emergency Medical Responder ~ Healthcare Provider (CPR) ~ HAZMAT Technician / IC / WMD
Incident Command System 300 / 400 ~ Fire Inspector I ~ Fire Officer I ~ Fire Instructor II
HAZMAT Technician ~ Public Telecommunicator I / II
Driver / Operator (Aerial, ARFF, Mobile Water Supply, Pumper ~ Emergency Response to Terrorism
