SHAWN SHADE
Green Lane
Summary
Dedicated fire service professional with proven skills in emergency response, staff supervision, and decision-making. Committed to enhancing public safety through effective fire prevention and compliance with regulations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Deputy
Merck & Co., Inc
08.2025 - Current
- Shift supervisor overseeing all aspects of Site Security, Protection & Response.
- Supervise fire technicians with day to day activities including fire prevention and emergency response.
- Conduct fire life safety inspections and fire evacuation drills.
Fire Safety Specialist/Assistant Fire Marshal
County Of Bucks
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Conducted fire safety inspections to ensure compliance with local regulations.
- Developed and delivered educational presentations on fire prevention strategies.
- Assisted in the implementation of emergency response plans for various facilities.
- Evaluated existing fire safety protocols, recommending improvements for increased efficiency.
- Conducted fire incident investigations.
Assistant Fire Chief
Department of Homeland Security - U.S. Coast Guard
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Coordinated safety inspections and ensured compliance with federal regulations.
- Assisted in managing departmental budgets and resource allocation for fire operations.
- Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures and tools.
- Facilitated communication between personnel during emergency response situations. Initiated ICS as incident commander at emergency scenes.
- Directed work of firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
Firefighter/Supervisory Captain
Department of Defense
04.2007 - 10.2022
- Responded to emergency calls, executing fire suppression and rescue operations in high-pressure environments.
- Collaborated with team members to develop and implement fire prevention strategies within the community.
- Trained new firefighters on safety protocols, equipment usage, and emergency response procedures to enhance team effectiveness.
- Led incident command during firefighting operations, coordinating resources and personnel for optimal response efficiency.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Carlisle Barracks Emergency Services: 2007-2009
- Fort Belvior Fire Department: 2009-2014
- Letterkenny Army Depot Fire Department: 2014-2022
Education
High School Diploma -
Pennridge High School
Perkasie, PA06-1991
Skills
- Emergency Response and Mitigation
- Staff supervision
- Decision-making
- Public relations
- Report writing
- Meetings and presentations
- Budgeting
Certification
National Association of Fire Investigators - Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Firefighter I #571192
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Firefighter II #571193
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Hazardous Materials Awareness #571190
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Hazardous Materials Operations #571191
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Hazardous Materials Technician #839013
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Hazardous Materials Incident Commander #894409
Certification - Pro Board Airport Rescue Fire Fighter #9-90162824
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Fire Officer I #571194
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Fire Officer II #571195
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Fire Officer III #1070437
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Fire Instructor I #571196
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Fire Instructor II #571197
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Fire Inspector I #866532
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Fire Inspector II #2151801
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Driver/Operator Pumper #2200193
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Driver/Operator Aerial #1504875
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply #2148553
Certification - DOD/IFSAC Driver/Operator ARFF # 2395994
Certification – DOD/IFSAC Marine Firefighter #2185988
Certification – DOD/IFSAC/NWGC Wildland I
Certification - National Incident Management System - NIMS IS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700,800.
Certification - Pennsylvania Emergency Medical Technician-Basic #131690. Expires 03/31/2027
Certification - BLS CPR/AED. BLS for Healthcare Providers and Professional Rescuers Expires 03/2027
Certification - Confined Space Entry/Rescue. PA State Fire Academy
Certification – Trench Rescue . PA State Fire Academy
Training - Emergency Vehicle Operator – PA State Fire Academy.
Timeline
Fire Deputy
Merck & Co., Inc
08.2025 - Current
Fire Safety Specialist/Assistant Fire Marshal
County Of Bucks
10.2024 - 08.2025
Assistant Fire Chief
Department of Homeland Security - U.S. Coast Guard
10.2022 - 10.2024
Firefighter/Supervisory Captain
Department of Defense
04.2007 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Pennridge High School