Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Awards
Timeline
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Julian Sellers

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Energetic and adaptable with strong ability to manage operations and streamline processes. Skilled in workflow optimization and familiar with key principles of supply chain management and logistics. Committed to driving operational efficiency and fostering collaborative team environment.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Manager

PFD | Fire Prevention and Code Division
09.2019 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations, including special event response, fire safety and code inspections, permit approvals, plans review, and training exercises
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure effective operations and compliance with regulations
  • Collaborated with other departments and agencies to ensure effective communication and coordination
  • Administered the Board of Safety and Fire Prevention, overseeing regulatory compliance and safety standards

Fire Officer

Philadelphia Fire Department
12.2005 - Current
  • Led firefighting operations and emergency medical services, ensuring effective response and resolution
  • Developed and implemented training programs for firefighters, focusing on firefighting techniques, emergency medical services, and fire safety
  • Managed fire safety and prevention projects, including fire safety inspections, code enforcement, and public education
  • Coordinated operations management, including resource allocation, logistics, and personnel management
  • Teach and train fire department personnel as an adjunct fire instructor

Equipment Officer

PFD | Technical Services Unit
09.2012 - 09.2015
  • Researched new firefighting equipment, tools, and technologies
  • Managed firefighting equipment and tool procurement projects
  • Developed and assisted in implementing training programs for firefighters, focusing on new firefighting equipment and tools
  • Managed operability and stores of firefighting tools and equipment
  • Coordinated department-wide implementation of new equipment, technologies, and tools, including resource allocation, logistics, and personnel training

Firefighter

Philadelphia Fire Department
12.1996 - 12.2005
  • Responded to emergency calls, including fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous materials incidents
  • Participated in firefighting operations, including extinguishing fires, rescuing victims, and providing medical care

Education

Bachelor of Science - Emergency Services Management

Philadelphia University (Jefferson University)
Philadelphia, PA
05.2016

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
05.2014

Skills

  • Leadership and management: supervision, training, project management, operations management
  • Firefighting techniques: firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials response
  • Emergency medical services: patient assessment, medical care, transportation
  • Fire safety and prevention: fire safety inspections, code enforcement, public education
  • Communication and collaboration: effective communication, team building, partnership development

Accomplishments

    Sourced and implemented 2013 IFC-compliant SCBA system.

    Implemented Philadelphia Fire Department's inaugural electronic personnel accountability system, Pak Tracker.

    Introduced Philadelphia Fire Department's first battery-powered Hurst system to Ladder companies, enhancing rescue operations.

    Established and equipped the Philadelphia Fire Department's inaugural fit testing program.

    Served on and helped establish the inaugural Community Action Team, launching a pioneering code outreach and prevention program.

    Supported Executive Chief as an alternate (XO) liaison to the Fire Commissioner.

    Performed fire safety and code inspections and delivered public education programs.

    Administered the Board of Safety and Fire Prevention, overseeing regulatory compliance and safety standards.

Certification

  • Firefighter I and II, Fire Instructor, Fire Officer I and II
  • Fire Code Inspection, Hazmat Code Enforcement, Incident Command for High-rise Ops, Incident Safety Officer

Awards

Unit Citation


Timeline

Operations Manager

PFD | Fire Prevention and Code Division
09.2019 - Current

Equipment Officer

PFD | Technical Services Unit
09.2012 - 09.2015

Fire Officer

Philadelphia Fire Department
12.2005 - Current

Firefighter

Philadelphia Fire Department
12.1996 - 12.2005
  • Firefighter I and II, Fire Instructor, Fire Officer I and II
  • Fire Code Inspection, Hazmat Code Enforcement, Incident Command for High-rise Ops, Incident Safety Officer

Bachelor of Science - Emergency Services Management

Philadelphia University (Jefferson University)

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Community College of Philadelphia
Julian Sellers