Public Safety Emergency Management

Eric G. Williams, Sr.

New Orleans, LA *****

504-***-**** ️garard@myyahoo.com; ************@*****.*** Professional Summary

Accomplished Emergency Management Coordinator with a proven track record of enhancing community safety through crisis management and emergency planning. Skilled in incident command, hazard mitigation, and disaster response, with a strong ability to develop strategic initiatives, promote public safety, and improve organizational resilience. Recognized for fostering inter-agency teamwork, ensuring compliance, and refining emergency protocols through rigorous testing and review.

Education

• Bachelor of Science – Occupational Safety and Health Columbia Southern University – Mobile, AL

• Associate of Applied Science – Logistics Management Lone Star College, Cy-Fair – Houston, TX

• Associate of Arts – Liberal Arts

Lone Star College, Cy-Fair – Houston, TX

Core Skills

• Incident Command & Crisis Management

• Emergency Planning & Disaster Response

• Public Safety & Hazard Mitigation

• OSHA Standards & First Aid

• Team Building & Communication

• Construction Oversight & Compliance

• Training Facilitation & Policy Review

Professional Experience

Construction Inspector Supervisor

Sewerage & Water Board – New Orleans, LA

Dec 2024 – June 2025

• Supervised Construction Inspectors on major public works projects, ensuring compliance with contracts, safety codes, and municipal regulations.

• Oversaw all phases of construction activities including:

• Infrastructure & Utilities: Earthwork, paving, water supply, sewer pipelines

• Structural & Surface: Concrete, coatings, pile driving, drilled piers

• Transportation & Power Systems: Track improvements, power transmission, overhead electrics

• Safety & Traffic: Lighting, striping, signals

• Communications: Signal control, radio/telecom, fiber optics

• Energy & ADA Facilities: Power substations, building retrofits

• Facilities & Equipment: HVAC, mechanical, equipment upgrades

• Environmental: Landscaping and irrigation inspections Emergency Management Coordinator

Flood Protection Authority East – New Orleans, LA

Dec 2024 – Jul 2025

• Developed and implemented comprehensive emergency response strategies.

• Delivered real-time incident status updates to key stakeholders.

• Led crisis drills and simulated response scenarios to enhance organizational readiness.

• Regularly revised plans to adapt to new data and changing community needs. Safety Coordinator

Sewerage & Water Board – New Orleans, LA

Sept 2018 – Mar 2024

• Enhanced public safety through agency-wide emergency management plans.

• Conducted ongoing plan reviews and regulatory audits.

• Coordinated emergency training programs and field exercises. Disaster Inspector

WSP Inspector Services – New Orleans, LA

Aug 2017 – Dec 2023

• Inspected critical infrastructure following major disasters to support restoration efforts.

• Worked with authorities on emergency preparedness and recovery planning.

• Participated in advanced disaster inspection training to remain current in the field. Pipe Inspector

Baker Hughes Inc. – New Orleans, LA

Nov 2012 – Aug 2016

• Identified hazards during pipeline inspections and ensured project safety.

• Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot complex field challenges.

• Built client trust through dependable reporting and performance. Utility Inspector

Licenses & Certifications

• OSHA Authorized Trainer (10/30), 2024

• OSHA 500, 510, 511 – Occupational Safety, 2021

• OSHA 750 – Health & Safety Standards, 2022

• Safety Auditor Certification – NASP, 2022

• HAZCOM Certification – Mid-South OSHA Institute

• First Line Logistics Leadership – Lone Star College, 2008

• Certified Gas Turbine System Mechanic – U.S. Navy Apprenticeship

• TWIC Credential – TSA (Expires 2028)

Military Service

United States Navy

Gas Turbine Systems Mechanic (1988–1993)

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