Jason Watts
Biography:
Military Experience: 20.2 years
Work Experience:
Results-driven Emergency Services Professional and U.S. Air Force Veteran with over 20 years of experience in emergency management support, firefighting (structural and airfield), emergency medicine, emergency dispatch, hazardous materials response, military police and security operations, training, and multi-agency coordination. Proven ability to lead under pressure, develop and implement plans and procedures, manage resources, deliver training, and build effective partnerships. Holds multiple FEMA Independent Study certifications (including the full Professional Development Series core courses plus IS-75 Military Resources in Emergency Management) and is actively pursuing Indiana Professional Emergency Manager (PEM) certification. Strong background in:
- Emergency operations and Incident Command System (ICS/NIMS)
- Dispatch and crisis communications
- Program and training management
- Stakeholder engagement and interagency coordination
- Logistics, documentation, and process improvement
Seeking opportunities in Emergency Management, Public Safety coordination, training, or related government/public service roles where I can apply my operational experience and commitment to community readiness.
Work history:
Job Title: Director of Facilities
Company: Combat Ops Entertainment
Period: September 2016 - present
Role Description:Served in various roles for company operations as well as maintenance and technical support. Duties Included:
Monitored complete inventory of company arcade valued at nearly $2M. Conducted all upgrades, repairs, and maintenance. Self-taught on arcade repair.
Constructed new attractions; fabricated structures, installed electronics, wiring, computer systems, hardware, etc.
Developed and implemented Emergency Action Plan for employees in the event of disasters or emergencies.
Created first drafts of company policies and procedures. Also created an entire series of lesson plans outing repair of arcade machines.
Handled all donation requests for Ft Wayne location. Developed rapport with local charities, donating nearly $500,000 to local organizations.
Responsible for purchasing all parts and equipment related to maintenance and technical work. Maintained itemized receipts for four separate credit cards/accounts.
Responsible for learning and maintaining a number of software systems such as Point-of-Sale, Arcade Readers, Security Cameras, Website software, CRM, ZOHO.
Education:
Elmhurst High School
High School – General Education
Period: August 1991 - June 1995
Louis F Garland Fire Academy
Other – Fire Fighting
Period: May 1997 - August 1997
USAF Security Forces Academy
Other – Military Law Enforcement and Security
Period: April 2002 - June 2002
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