RICHARD M. ROCHFORD

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Reddick, Florida 32686

904-***-****

E-mail: ab0qdc@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• An accomplished and highly skilled Fire/Rescue Professional with a Bachelor of Fire Science degree,

plus more than 30 years of leadership and hands-on experience including mastery of cutting-edge

emergency response techniques for incidences involving hazardous materials, chemical/biological

agents and weapons of mass destruction.

• Exceptional leadership and team building qualities with a well-documented background of success in

the safe and cost-efficient management of all aspects of large, metropolitan fire-rescue organizations;

known for tactfulness and diplomacy in conducting relationships with union officials, elected officials

and community organizations.

• A pro-active Fire/Rescue professional in the pursuit of firefighter safety, and thoroughly

knowledgeable in the latest technology and equipment; co-inventor of a successful, low-cost

Biological Sampling Kit for in-the-field use to test for toxic biological agents.

• A polished public speaker and instructor/trainer skilled in creating original courses of instruction for

fire/rescue and military professionals, and delivering unique, informative presentations to civic and

government organizations.

• Recipient of thousands of hours of professional Fire/Rescue training and holder of numerous

professional certifications including Certified Fire Instructor; Certified Live Fire Training Instructor;

and nationally-certified Incident Safety Officer, as well as Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), and

American Red Cross certified in CPR and BLS. (See attached Training Addendum)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2013 -

Present FLORIDA STATE FIRE MARSHAL-BUREAU OF FIRE STANDARDS AND TRAINING

Ocala, Florida

• Safety Programs Manager- Development of new concepts in the fire service which promotes

safe emergency response and tactics. Conducts inquiries, inspections, and investigations due to

fire fighter death, severe injury, or equipment failures.

2012 -

2013 FLORIDA STATE FIRE MARSHAL-BUREAU OF FIRE STANDARDS AND TRAINING

Ocala, Florida

• Administration of written and practical examinations to applicants completing and/or

challenging Florida Minimum Standards 396 hour program for state certification as a certified

firefighter.

1988 - JACKSONVILLE FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT, Jacksonville, Florida

2011 Suppression Captain (2004-2011)

• As a senior fire-rescue organization manager, successfully performed a broad array of critical

leadership functions ranging from supervision of up to 1,200 fire fighters and oversight of the

operation and maintenance of millions of dollars of equipment, to policy development and

relationship building among political entities and union officials.

• Played a key role in researching new fire fighting techniques and addressing evolving concerns

regarding terrorist activities, weapons of mass destruction, and the challenges of dealing with

biological and chemical incidents.

• Recognized as an industry leader and spokesperson on issues regarding firefighter safety

and training; lectured extensively and authored innumerable policies and procedures as well as

created a unique Biological Sampling Kit.

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JACKSONVILLE FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT (continued)

• Performed hands-on inspection of personnel and equipment at multiple fire stations, observing

their operations, examining their company's plan of action for responding to all types and

levels of emergencies, and participating in their training.

• Played key leadership role in coordination with and gaining cooperation of surrounding

municipalities; conducted extensive public speaking events to promote public awareness and

support of fire-rescue services.

• Served as a high-profile member of the Jacksonville Fire Department Safety Committee,

providing guidance and executive-level decision making regarding multiple issues ranging

from vigorous field testing of new equipment and fire fighting techniques, to analysis and

purchasing recommendations for new uniforms and turnout gear.

• Participated in accident and on-the-job injury investigations, examined individual fire station

record keeping and prepared innumerable management reports for the Battalion Chief and

other senior management personnel.

Suppression Lieutenant (1999-2004)

• Provided leadership, training and direct supervision for 4 firefighters and their apparatus and

vehicles; provided oversight of all preventive maintenance and repair; delivered intensive

training in use of sophisticated HAZMAT vehicle and allied equipment; served at multiple fire

stations throughout metro area.

Driver/Engineer (1989-1999)/Firefighter (1988-1989)

• Quickly promoted to Driver/Engineer after only one year of service as a Firefighter; selected

and trained in the operation of various specialized pieces of fire department vehicles; drove

equipment, including HAZMAT equipment, in response to fire and rescue incidents

2004 - FIRST COAST TECHNICAL COLLEGE, Saint Augustine, Florida

2012 Lead Instructor

• Instructed future firefighters in State of Florida Bureau of Standards & Training Minimum

Standards, FFI & FFII (480 hours).

• Delivered advanced instruction to multiple Fire, EMS and law enforcement agencies in the

topics of Fire Behavior, Hazardous Materials, Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD), and

Chemical/Biological Sampling Techniques.

1995 - FLORIDA STATE FIRE COLLEGE, Ocala, Florida

1998 Instructor (Part-time)

• Developed and presented unique courses of instruction to fire departments throughout the State

of Florida in a wide variety of subject matter including Hazardous Materials Series, Weapons

of Mass Destruction (WMD), and chlorine emergencies (adopted by Chlor-Rep).

• Presented classes of instruction in the techniques of Mass Casualty Decontamination to

members of the State of Florida National Guard 44th CST and various other military units.

1995 - DIVISION OF STATE FIRE MARSHAL, Ocala, Florida

1998 Instructor (Part-time)

• Created a series of original training courses addressing Hazardous Materials Response, and

delivered formal classroom instruction to emergency responders and military personnel

throughout the State of Florida on numerous topics including Hazardous Materials Response,

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD), and National Fire Academy Grant-Offered courses.

1980 - JACKSONVILLE PORT AUTHORITY, Jacksonville, Florida

1988 Firefighter/Crash-Rescue

• Initially assigned to a small community fixed-base aviation operator to respond to crash-

rescue-firefighting incidents, then assumed identical responsibilities, but on a larger scale at the

Jacksonville International Airport.

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EDUCATION

COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY, Orange Beach, Alabama

Bachelor of Fire Sciences

Honors Graduate (Magna cum laude) GPA: 3.84

See attached Training Addendum for detailed list of professional training and certifications

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RICHARD M. ROCHFORD

10933 Grand Trunk Lane

Jacksonville, Florida 32257

904-***-****

E-mail: ab0qdc@r.postjobfree.com

TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS ADDENDUM

Florida Department of Forestry Homeland Security National Fire Academy

All Hazards Incident Management Team -Focus on NIMS (2008)

Department of Homeland Security (FEMA)

National Incident Management (NIMS) 100-800 Series (2007)

National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications

National Certification for Field Incident Safety (2007)

Division of State Fire Marshal Bureau of Standards & Training

State Certified Fire Fighter I & II Completion (1980)

Division of State Fire Marshal Bureau of Standards & Training

State Certified Fire Fighter I & II Compliance (1988)

Florida Junior College Of Jacksonville

State Certified Emergency Medical Technician (1986)

Division of State Fire Marshal Bureau of Standards & Training

State Certified Live Burn Instructor I (2007)

Division of State Fire Marshal, Bureau of Standards & Training

State Certified Fire Instructor III (2012)

Division of State Fire Marshal, Bureau of Standards & Training

Fire Officer 1/II (2012)

National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications

Fire Officer I/II (2012)

International Association of Fire Fighters

Hazardous Materials Technicians Certification 160 Hours (2007)

More certifications and qualifications are available upon request.

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