BeckerTeam.Org
Copyright (c) 2011. Theron Becker, Bolivar, Missouri, USA.
Theron J. Becker |
1370 E 455th Rd, Bolivar, MO 65613
theron@beckerteam.org (417) 770-5360 www.facebook.com/ka5yth |
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EDUCATION
Master of Management in Public Administration |
Graduated: November 2007
Thesis topic: Public Policy Analysis and Recommendations for Better Community Disaster Preparedness. |
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Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection and Safety Engineering Technology |
Graduated: December 1998
Senior project: Chemical Guide and Permeation Database for campus chemistry labs and emergency responders. |
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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Emergency Planner / Communicable Disease SpecialistPolk County Health Center
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Coordinate with the Missouri Department of Health to plan for, prepare for, and respond to public health emergencies in Southwest Missouri. Create and maintain a current, comprehensive plan that integrates with existing county, state, and federal emergency operation plans. Provide training to first responders, the medical community, and the public on topics ranging from disaster preparedness/family safety to general health department activities to responding to bioterrorism events. Maintain disease surveillance systems, determine community trends through statistics and mapping, and investigate causes of disease. |
Guest InstructorBolivar Technical College
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Provide support for the Emergency Medical Technician program at the community college as a guest instructor teaching various topics such as CPR, scene safety, and mass casualty/triage on an as needed basis. |
Partner and Project ManagerEquipment Intensive, LLC
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Manage a team of one to four CAD technicians and designers to create custom fire protection and safety engineering solutions for architecture firms, engineering firms, contractors, and government agencies. These solutions address issues such as fire sprinkler design, fire alarm design, advanced fire suppression problems, life safety issues, fire department effectiveness, OSHA compliance, ISO ratings, etc. |
Plumbing and Fire Protection DesignerHeideman and Associates, Inc.
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Worked within a team of mechanical, electrical, and structural engineers and supervised one to two designers to provide life safety, plumbing, and fire protection systems for existing and new buildings. Coordinated with the building architect and owner to customize these systems for their needs. Performed site visits and drew plans for these systems to be bid and installed. Reviewed and inspected installations and plans for compliance with codes and ordinances. |
Emergency Medical TechnicianCox Paramedics
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Worked with medics and first responders to provide emergency care to customers needing medical or rescue assistance. |
Fire Protection and Safety DesignerAtlantic Fire Protection
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As the first and only engineer in a full-time capacity for this sprinkler contractor, performed many first-time tasks without supervision or direction from others. Designed and calculated fire sprinkler systems for many construction types. Coordinated with individuals, contractors, architects, and engineers. Worked closely with sprinkler fitters in the field to draw custom plans. |
Fire Protection EngineerCity of Bolivar
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A temporary position to evaluate the fire protection ability of the city's water supply. Determined the water flow available and provided a report for ISO standard evaluation. Worked independently to reach the defined goals and deadline. |
Clinical AssistantThe Warren Clinic
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Provided initial medical care to walk-in patients. Under physician's supervision, carried out medical procedures including treatment, appointment scheduling, and lab work. |
Hazardous Materials and Safety InspectorOklahoma State University: Environmental Health and Safety Dept.
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Maintained university-wide hazardous waste system, which included radioactive and chemical waste. Performed safety inspections at multiple sites. Created a comparative Internet web page providing safety information. Responded to campus hazmat and EMS emergencies. Provided medical care to OSU event spectators and ensured life safety codes were met. As the senior EMT, supervised other students. |
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Deputy ChiefCentral Polk County Fire and Rescue
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Provide fire protection services for the rural Bolivar, MO area. Serve as the second in the chain of command. As chief of operations, supervise firefighters and medics during emergency events. |
Training OfficerBolivar City Fire Department
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Provided fire protection services for the City of Bolivar, MO. Started and managed an organized effort to train new and current firefighters. Coordinated training activities within the county of Polk with area emergency services and Emergency Management Agency. Also, served as third in the chain of command and supervised from two to forty officers, firefighters, and Explorers during emergency and non-emergency events. |
PUBLICATIONS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
National Fire Protection Association Standards
Website and Web-Based Tools and Databases
Other Documents
Awarded Grant Applications (total: $770,683)
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CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
Only most recent and highest certification levels. Does not include any courses less than 8 hours in length or purely CEU courses.
Emergency Medicine:
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2/5/2004Missouri State Emergency Management Agency Medical Considerations for WMD |  |
4/12/2008 (since 6/20/1997)Central Polk County Fire Rescue EMS Instructor/Coordinator |
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8/10/2010International Trauma Life Support ITLS Access |  |
11/16/2010International Trauma Life Support ITLS Basic Provider |
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3/18/2011St. John's Regional Health Center Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology |  |
4/1/2011American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support |
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4/28/2011American Geriatrics Society Geriatric Education for Emergency Medical Services |  |
5/19/2011American Heart Association Neonatal Resuscitation Program Provider |
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6/1/2011St. John's Regional Health Center Paramedic Class of 2011 Top Medic |  |
6/1/2011 (since 8/23/1995)American Heart Association Basic Life Support Instructor |
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6/29/2011 (EMT since 01/23/1996)National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Paramedic |  |
7/7/2011Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Paramedic |
Public Health:
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10/22/2002Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Emergency Management for Public Health |  |
11/1/2002Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Principles of Epidemiology |
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12/19/2002Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Bioterrorism Planning |  |
4/10/2003Missouri State Emergency Management Agency Community Mass Care Management |
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1/26/2006Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Strategic National Stockpile Program Preparedness |  |
10/13/2006Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services ESSENCE System |
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9/26/2008Safe Kids Worldwide Child Passenger SafetyTechnician |  | 5/13/2009Missouri Poison Center Poison Center Instructor |
Fire Service:
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4/22/1995Oklahoma State University Liquid Petrolium Gas Emergency Operations |  |
10/20/1995Missouri Division of Fire Safety Fire Cause Determination |
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1/10/1998Oklahoma State University Wildland Firefighter (S-190, S-130, I-100) |  |
3/1/2003University of Missouri Rapid Intervention Team Tactics Instructor |
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6/1/2003University of Missouri Critical Search Operations |  |
12/1/2007University of Missouri Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting Techniques for Structural Fire Fighters |
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12/6/2008National Fire Academy Preparing for Initial Company Operations |  |
1/10/2009National Fire Academy Managing Company Tactical Operations: Decision Making |
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12/15/2009 (since 11/18/1995)Missouri Division of Fire Safety Fire Service Instructor I |  |
3/13/2010Local Emergency Training Specialists LETS Survive |
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4/21/2010 (since 10/14/1995)Missouri Division of Fire Safety Firefighter II |  |
6/21/2010Missouri Division of Fire Safety Fire Officer II |
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10/29/2010VFIS Highway Safety Response Instructor |
Technical Rescue:
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11/4/1996Oklahoma State University Rope Rescue Level II |  |
4/9/2005University of Missouri School Bus Rescue |
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5/7/2005University of Missouri Farm Machinery Rescue |  |
11/4/2007 (since 5/7/1996)University of Missouri Vehicle Rescue: Technician |
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7/12/2009Rescue 3 International Swiftwater Rescue Technician |  |
10/23/2009 (since 7/22/1996)University of Missouri Confined Space Rescue Instructor |
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10/23/2009 (since 4/14/1996)University of Missouri Trench Rescue Instructor |
Hazardous Materials:
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5/20/2001University of Missouri Hazardious Materials Incident Response: Technician |  |
3/27/2008Department of Homeland Security CEDAP Chemical Detection Kit |
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11/7/2009University of Missouri Hazmat Operations Instructor |
Other:
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10/29/1995National Fire Academy Incident Safety Officer |  |
6/4/2000National Fire Academy Leadership: Strategies for Personal Success |
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2/11/2001National Fire Academy Leadership: Strategies for Company Success |  |
9/30/2001University of Missouri Incident Management System Instructor |
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12/14/2001State of Oklahoma Board of Registration Engineer Intern |  |
2/10/2002National Fire Academy Leadership: Strategies for Supervisory Success |
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4/17/2002Ozarks Technical Community College Basic Grant Writing |  |
9/22/2002University of Missouri Advanced Incident Management System: Command Staff and Operations |
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9/27/2002University of Missouri Advanced Incident Management System: Planning, Logistics, and Finance |  |
1/9/2003US Department of Justice Emergency Response to Terrorism Instructor |
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2/28/2003University of Missouri Emergency Vehicle Driver Instructor |  |
6/26/2003Missouri State Emergency Management Agency Community Emergency Response Team Instructor |
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2/4/2006 (since 6/1/1985)Federal Communications Commission General Class Amateur Radio Operator |  |
2/10/2008University of Missouri Managing in a Changing Environment |