Director of Safety

Terrance Michael Wynne

OBJECTIVE:

To utilize my knowledge, experience, and abilities as a director/manager in the field of Environmental Health and Safety. My ultimate goal is to finish my career with an outstanding company that recognizes the significance and worth of an employee safety program.

NOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Performed admirably as a team member in numerous scenarios, many of an emergent nature, over a 25+year career.

Implemented systems and procedures used to document building, incident, and safety inspections and reports.

Understand the value of Risk Management and implemented systems to reduce liabilities from the insurance perspective.

Creatively envisioned the implementation of a Chemical Inventory System at a major regional institution of research and higher education.

Accomplished within one year the recognition of need, development, implementation, and evaluation of a Learning Management System used to train over 4000 employees.

Instrumental in gaining over $2 Million in premium reductions for programs utilized through Workforce Safety Insurance over a four-year period.

Worked extensively with the North Dakota Department of Health to correct and improve radiation, environmental, air quality, underground tank, and chemical programs. These improvements either saved or led to the accreditation of numerous programs at the university.

Aided in the development and awarding of the Biomedical, Biological, and Facilities Safety Award for safety achievements within laboratories and worksites at the university. These initiatives have led to the start of alternate programs in areas such as Dining and Chemistry at the university.

Instrumental in the overall move and clean up of the School of Medicine, the Chemical of Interest, and the Cyclotron unit, both from and to their new locations.

Have worked very favorably with many of the construction companies from the Grand Forks and surrounding areas on all sizes of projects including the Memorial Union, the Nisler Business College, and the demolition of numerous university structures.

Familiar with many of the architectural and engineering firms within the area and have continually worked well with them.

Spearheaded two very successful fundraisers: 9/11 New York Firefighter Relief Fundraiser and the Hurricane Katrina Fundraiser, both of which raised approximately $50K.

EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS:

Excellent ability to assume duties and responsibilities that others won’t

Excellent writing and speaking skills

Excellent communication skills both personal and public

Very coordinated and demonstrated organizational skills

Skilled training abilities with proven results

Excellent scheduling, coordination, and time management skills

Excellent ability to work with others

Demonstrated ability to work well with computers

Experience with equipment and facility maintenance/operation

Unrelenting determination to complete tasks once assigned

PERSONAL:

I have proven to be exceptionally loyal and trustworthy

I have a proven ability to lead as necessary and to follow orders as required

I have a proven ability to accomplish difficult tasks

I have exceptional ability to motivate individuals to act, usually beyond their expectations

I have a pleasant demeanor in extremely difficult situations

I have excellent learning qualities and an intense desire to use them

EDUCATION:

G.F. Central High School Diploma – General Studies 1977

University of North Dakota Bachelor of Arts 1977-1982 Advertising and Public Relations

U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training 1999

Fire Medic

U.S. Environ. Protection Agency Emergency Response to Hazardous Materials 2004

National Fire Academy Fire Inspection Principles 2006

Fire and Life Safety Plans Review 2008

FEMA-Emergency Management National Incident Mgmt. System 2006-2007

IS-100, 200, 700, 800

International Code Council Above Ground Fuel Tanks 2007

Flammable and Combustible Liquids 2007

Educational Occupancies 2008

High-Piled Combustible Storage 2008

Nevada Technical Associates Radiation Safety Officer Training 2013

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Engineering Specialist Sr. MN Dept. of Health Oct., 2022 to Oct., 2023

Hired to inspect/survey the 2000+ Assisted Living and Memory Loss facilities throughout Minnesota

Involves independent travel and decision making with licensed health care providers

Provide service to the vulnerable populations of Minnesota ensuring their health and safety

Director for Safety UND September, 2021 to Oct., 2022

Resumed previous position upon successful hiring of candidate

Interim Associate Vice President UND March, 2021 to August, 2021

Public Safety

Assumed leadership of the department upon departure of the previous AVP

Took over positions on the UND President’s Council and ND State Task Force Committee

Oversaw daily activity of the Police Department, Emergency Manager, Risk Manager, and the Office of Safety

Left position upon successful hiring of candidate

Director for Safety University of North Dakota 2019 to March, 2021

Elevated to vacant position based on performance reviews and accomplishments

Associate Director University of North Dakota 2013 to 2019

for Safety

Perform at the top position in the Department of Safety at North Dakota’s premier research university. My position answers to the Associate Vice President for Public Safety/Chief of Police.

Have responsibility and oversight of the Environmental, Hazardous Material, Biological, Fire, and Radiation programs that are in operation at the university. This includes all aspects such as personnel, training, budgeting, compliance, inspections, etc.

Responsible for university compliance issues at the local, state, and federal levels

Work closely with Workforce Safety and Risk Management

Represent the Office of Safety in numerous committees throughout campus (Wellness, Loss Control, Institutional Biological Safety, Emergency Management, Training, etc.)

Continuously implement programs that benefit employees and departments for the greater good of the university

Fire Marshal Grand Forks Fire Department 2006 to 2013

Perform inspections and investigations in the interest of public safety

Ensure compliance of applicable codes within the public and private sectors of our community

Complete detailed reports in concise and timely manners

Interpret vital information to contractors, architects, engineers, and others affected by applicable codes so as to increase safety and awareness

Develop and deliver educational information in formal and informal settings

Function in a response mode - 24 hours per day, 7 days per week

Firefighter Grand Forks Fire Department 1995 to 2006

Performed the necessary duties of a front-line firefighter including hazardous materials operations, emergency medical response, emergency vehicle operation, general building and equipment maintenance, and any duties deemed necessary for the general safety of the City of Grand Forks

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCES:

Retail Store Owner WK Awards 1993 to 1995

Asst. Tennis Professional GF Racquet & Fitness Center 1993 to 1995

Asst. Store Manager Columbia Sports 1989 to 1993

CPR, First Aid, AED Instructor Self-Employed 1998 to 2023

EMS College Instructor Northwest Technical College 2000 to 2003

Tennis and Wrestling Coach GFC, EGF, and RRHS 1980 to 1985

Supervisor/Tournament Director Public Schools and GF Park Dist. 1976 to 1995

Ice Maintenance Personnel GF Park District 1982 to 1985

Night Manager Grand Forks Tennis Centre 1978 to 1980

HOBBIES AND INTERESTS

All safety training and new methods of delivering training

Emergency Medical Services Instructor and Hazardous Materials Operations Level Instructor

All sports and competitive instruction

Organization of large, special events utilizing Incident Command System

REFERENCES

Mr. Charles (Chuck) Crummy 218-***-**** *******.******@*****.***

611 19th Avenue South Retired Food Services Safety Coordinator

Grand Forks, ND 58201 University of North Dakota

Dr. Sumit Ghosh 701-***-**** *****.*****@*******************.***

The Research Institute at Biological Safety Officer

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Columbus, OH 43205

Mr. Christopher Nelson 612-***-**** **********@*****.***

445 Minnesota Street, Suite 145 Deputy State Fire Marshal

St. Paul, MN 55101-5145 HealthCare Inspector

Minnesota Department of Public Safety

State Fire Marshal Division

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