Having successfully and efficiently managed emergency recovery and planning operations for – Abington

RICHARD E. ROWLEY 1382 Arnold Avenue · Roslyn, Pennsylvania 19001H: 215.659.0886 · C: 215.582.2974rrowley64@comcast.net   

      Dear Sir/Dear Madam: Having successfully and efficiently managed emergency recovery and planning operations for major disasters, including the 9/11 and Space Shuttle Columbia tragedies, I am now seeking the opportunity to join your company as an Emergency Manager. With a proven track record of 20 years of experience developing and implementing emergency measures that minimize or eliminate risk in the face of disaster, I am confident in my abilities to procure superior results for your team. 

My roles in the past ranged from Vice President of Roslyn Fire Company, Emergency Medical Technician at Second Alarmers Rescue Squad and Planning Branch Chief of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to my most recent position as Equipment Manager at Southeastern Pennsylvania Regional Counterterrorism Task Force. A sample of my career highlights includes:

 ·         Instituting streamlined procedures to facilitate equipment delivery to the field.·         Serving on FEMA’s National Capital Region Response (NCR) Team charged with handling terrorist attacks.·         Implementing notification practices to inform the NCR Team of changes in homeland security threat levels.·         Creating continuity of operations plans used to direct day-to-day disaster response and recovery initiatives.·         Cultivating strategic relationships with first responders as well as local, state and federal agencies to facilitate the coordination of emergency response and recovery efforts.·         Devising fire preplans for high-risk facilities in Abington Township, including Willow Grove Park Mall, a 1M square foot 3-floor shopping center. Please accept this letter and enclosed resume as an introduction to my skills and background. For a more detailed presentation of my offerings, feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience. Thank you in advance for your time and consideration. I look forward to your call. Sincerely,   Richard E. Rowley    
RICHARD E. ROWLEY1382 Arnold Avenue · Roslyn, Pennsylvania 19001H: 215.659.0886 · C: 215.582.2974rrowley64@comcast.net EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Results-driven Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician with a proven track record of 20 years of experience leading all phases of the emergency management process. Leverage superior decision-making and strategic planning skills to develop and implement emergency measures that minimize or eliminate risk in the face of disaster. Devise streamlined mobilization and communication strategies to facilitate incident command and recovery. Deliver educational lectures and presentations to elevate awareness on emergency response procedures. Cultivate strategic relationships with first responders as well as local, state and federal agencies. Spearhead top-performing emergency response teams, providing the training and guidance needed to achieve the organizational mission. Areas of expertise include:    PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA REGIONAL COUNTER TERRORISM TASK FORCE (SEPRCTTF), Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · 2005-PresentEmergency management committee tasked with preparing for and responding to the threat of terrorist activity. Equipment ManagerOversee the acquisition, distribution and maintenance of equipment purchased under Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) grants. Collaborate with first responders in the Southeastern region of Pennsylvania comprised of Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties. Operational Highlights:·         Facilitated the acquisition of grant monies and the development of spending plans. ·         Specified the requirements for departments to receive equipment.·         Instituted streamlined procedures to facilitate equipment delivery to field operations.·         Participated in a Federal audit to unearth missing equipment as well as to inventory and expedite the distribution of equipment to end-users. FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY (FEMA), Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · 1998-PresentGovernment agency tasked with disaster mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery planning. Planning Branch ChiefSpearheaded all aspects of Planning Branch operations while on-site at disaster areas. Authored situation reports, congressional briefs, and Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP) used to direct day-to-day disaster response and recovery initiatives. Met with and presented reports to state and federal authorities. Supervised 15 staff members. Operational Highlights:·         Served on the National Capital Region (NCR) Team that handles terrorist attacks in the capital region.·         Implemented notification practices to inform the NCR Team of changes in homeland security threat levels.·         Supported the development of strategic plans and offices used by the NCR Team in the event of activation.·         Appointed to serve on the Environmental Response Team, one of the 1^st teams sent to disaster areas.·         Selected for deployment to major areas of devastation, including 9/11, Space Shuttle Columbia, and large hurricane disaster sites.RICHARD E. ROWLEY · Page 2   SECOND ALARMERS RESCUE SQUAD, Willow Grove, Pennsylvania · 1998-2004911 service provider that handles medical emergencies and rescue operations. Emergency Medical Technician – CSS Leased PersonnelServed as an outsourced EMT charged with handling life threatening medical emergencies. Maintained the ambulance and equipment in good operating conditions. Managed and restocked inventories. Operational Highlights:·         Recognized twice as Employee of the Year and on numerous occasions as Employee of the Month. ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, Abington, Pennsylvania · 1993-2004A district of Montgomery County comprised of 16 communities. Assistant Fire Marshall – Office of the Fire Marshall (Part-time)Inspected businesses throughout the township to ensure compliance with current building codes and standards. Collaborated with commercial real estate owners, recommending practical solutions to resolve compliance issues. Partnered with local, state and federal officials to investigate the cause and origin of fires. Delivered educational lectures on fire safety and prevention at local schools and senior centers. Supported the Emergency Operations Center during times of crisis. Financial / Operational Highlights:·         Created and implemented a standardized fire inspection form.·         Increased township revenues generated from taxes and permit fees after identifying unregistered businesses. VOLUNTEER WORK Volunteer Firefighter / Vice President / Lieutenant – ROSLYN FIRE COMPANY·         Served as Vice President from 1996-1999 tasked with managing day-to-day business operations.·         Functioned as a Lieutenant from 1993-1996 charged with training new and existing crewmembers.·         Devised fire preplans for high-risk facilities in Abington Township, including Willow Grove Park Mall, a 1M square foot 3-floor shopping center. EDUCATION Associate of Science in Fire Science – In progressMontgomery County Community College, Blue Bell, Pennsylvania CERTIFICATIONS Pennsylvania Firefighter I Certification · Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)Hazardous Material Technician (HMT) · Vehicle Rescue Technician (VRT)  PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings · Mass Fatality Incident ResponseDisaster Field Operations Management 1 · Situation Status Branch · Subject Matter ExpertIncident Command System (ICS) Training · Geographic Information System (GIS) Basic Training AFFILIATION Cambridge Who’s Who