James Dir
Kansas City, Missouri 64155
816-***-****, ******@*****.***
EXPERIENCE
American Medical Response Independence, Missouri
Operations Supervisor/Paramedic August 2006 - present
Was promoted based on excellent performance from paramedic position to Operations Supervisor
Responsible for procurement of medical supplies and medications distribution
Performed Safety and Risk duties including reporting safety initiatives to corporate safety officer
Assisted with orientation of new employee's including field training
Spearheaded the implementation of a new scheduling and payroll program
Developed and implemented a performance appraisal
Analyzes financial reports to identify opportunities to increase profitability
Earns recognition from managers for strong performance
Initiates changes to business processes that increase profitability
Interviews and assesses job applicants to make hiring decisions
Maintains a strong team by properly coaching, counseling, and disciplining direct reports
Cultivates talent by training and mentoring new employees
LifeGuard Family of Companies Blue Springs, Missouri
Director of Operations March 1995 - October 1996
LifeGuard owners had 3 different corporations that operated in 6 different cities
Oversaw the Area Managers to the 6 cities, and the Communication Center.
Overall operation supervision and implementation of new processes to improve profitability
My first objective was to resolve OSHA issues at one of the operations to avoid $250,000 in potential fines
Demonstrated public speaking skills by giving presentations to management
Recruited and interviewed job applicants
Received outstanding performance reviews
J C & L Chance, Inc. St. James, Missouri
President August 1989 - August 1992
Managed a company that provided employees, disposable supplies, fuel, billing and receivables and the first computerized billing for the ambulance service
Increased sales and profitability by developing new business opportunities
Praised for delivering exceptional customer service
Resolved computer issues by coordinating with IT professionals; Improved business operations by detecting and addressing inefficiencies
Nurtured talent by mentoring employees
EDUCATION
Drury University Springfield, Missouri
B.S. in Health Services August 2010 - September 2014
GPA: 3.8; Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Penn Valley Community College Kansas City, Missouri
Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic January 1981 - August 1983
GPA: 3.4
ADDITIONAL
Professional Licenses and Certifications: EMT-P 13603., Insurance producer license in MO
Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Kronos, Telestaff
Unique Talents and Skills: Zenger-Miller Leadership 2000 program graduate