Joshua Holkesvig
Yucca Valley | United States
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BMX
Hiking
Photography
Skate
Off road
In my own words
— JoshuaOver 15 years of experience in the emergency response field with a strong background in leadership, management, and chain of command.
A proven leader during emergency situations providing stability during chaotic events allowing the public to rely on professionalism and structure. Extensive time working with the public and public officials determining the best results under extreme pressure.
Trajectory
Jul 2017 — Oct 2017
Intern · Emergency Management Department La Quinta, Ca.
Assisted in gathering information for government/private grants along with local, state and federal funding for the preparedness, prevention, mitigation and recovery of potential disasters within the city. Also, I assisted in community outreach, worked with other agencies within Riverside County, solidified the readiness of the Emergency Operations Center and completed the updates for the Emergency Operations Plan. In addition, I also was able to outline all of the positions within the Emergency Operations Center and assist in filling those positions with current city employees.
Jun 2005 — Apr 2015
Firefighter Paramedic · Riverside County Fire Department
Responded to 911 calls including, medical aids, fire suppression (wildland, structural), traffic collisions, Haz-Mat and various other public assistance calls. As a paramedic I was responsible for providing advanced life support when needed.
Jan 2005 — Sep 2009
Professional Expert Instructor · Victor valley College
Assisted the full time faculty in the instruction of paramedic students as well as emergency medical technician students at Victor Valley College. In addition to lecture responsibilities included maintaining the supply lockup, creating instructional handouts/presentations, skills training, grading and skills testing.
Jan 1998 — May 1998
Paramedic · Morongo Basin Ambulance
Responded to 911 calls that were medical in nature including traffic collisions and public assistance calls. Provided basic and advanced life support to patients. Responsible for the basic upkeep of the ambulance and station.
Activity
Education history
Grand Canyon University
Bachelors | 2015 - 2017
