Raymond L. Marat
(912) 265-8219
prmarat@att.net
Objective:
Assume a team player position with a forward thinking company.
Professional Profile:
Certified Firefighting profession and Nationally registered Paramedic with excellent knowledge and
expertise in the field of fire, EMS, rescue and related fields.
I am highly proficient as a team worker, and in quality execution and management of work with 34
years of experience with the Glynn County Fire Department.
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Excellent communication, organizational,
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Highly proficient with the technicalities of
and work management skills
fire service work
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Strong and positive leadership style supports 
Proficiency in handling all possible
and inspires excellence in others, promoting
equipment relate to fire service work which
team solidarity.
includes operating of a fire service vehicle
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Possess good leadership and co-worker
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Ensure all equipment and vehicles are ready
relation skills
for emergency situations
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Conflict Management & Dispute Resolution
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Hazmat Technician
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Sound Decision Making in all fire and ems
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Ability to operate different fire equipment,
situations.
both heavy duty and light use
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Maintain composure, and make decisions in
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Coordinate with local police in investigating
fast-paced and stressful environments.
the cause of fire
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Sincere and honest with a high level of
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Plan and develop training schedules for
personal and professional integrity.
team members
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Full inspection work and overlooking of
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Organize community awareness campaigns
individual duties
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Instruction, Training & Presentations
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Strong Work Ethics
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Total management of fire and EMS teams
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Budget Development & Administration
and their work
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Full inspection work and overlooking of
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Provide medical assistance as Paramedic
individual duties
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BLS/ACLS/PALS Instructor
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Manpower planning for the department
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EMT and Paramedic Instructor
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Media & Public Relations
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Emergency Medical Responder Instructor
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Provide Fire and EMS training for new
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Marine shipboard firefighter and instructor
entrants.
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SWAT Medic
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MS Office expertise
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Inspect and generate report for Fire Chief to
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ePCR administrator
review and approve new projects for fire
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Project Management
safety adherence
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Strategic Planning & Organizing
Professional Accomplishments
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Initiated Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement program for EMS division which resulted in
improved patient care and reduced liability on the department and Glynn County.
Co-spearheaded new quartermaster system involving fire safety equipment, emergency medical
supplies, and uniforms. This has reduced cost and waste.
Established electronic monthly training program for all personnel involving fire and EMS
recertification requirements.
Launched well-received field training program to ensure success of new employees.
Created the department’s EMS protocols and ensures protocols are current with national
standards.
Introduced department’s Rules and Regulations, Orders, and Standard Operating Procedures into
a book in each station for immediate up-to-date reference and guidance. Have written or revised
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many of the standard operating procedures and guidelines for the department.
Assisted with the development and implementation of the department’s Action Plan pertaining to
the G-8 Summit.
Taught the department’s only in-house Paramedic Program and had a 100% pass rate for
Georgia’s licensing process.
Worked on the requirements placed upon the department’s ISO inspection. Results of the
inspection was the department lowered the ISO rating from a class 5/9 to a class 4/9 which saves
the taxpayers of Glynn County money.
Assisted the department with obtaining an efficient and beneficial regional EMS zoning plan for
Glynn County.
Helped establish and train the communication officers in Emergency Medical Dispatch which is a
major operational responsibility of the E-911 Center today. This resulted in a tremendous cost
savings and less time the employee had to be on training leave.
Assisted with writing the specifications for department apparatus and equipment.
Glynn County Fire Department’s First Nationally Registered Paramedic
Assisted in writing the procedure manual for Emergency Preparedness for Glynn County
Assisted in designing and creating the department’s first tactical support vehicle
Professional Experience
8/2009 – Present
Medical Assistant/Paramedic
ACTS Family Practice
Determines patient’s reason for medical visit and complete initial and focused examination prior to
patient being seen by the provider. Administers 12-Lead EKGs, various diagnostic tests, and
administers medications via IM, SQ, nebulized route, orally, or IV. Establishes and monitors IV
therapy. Responsible for Vital signs, Phlebotomy, Billing, Coding, Discharge planning, referrals,
education, and assisting providers and office staff as required.
1/7/1981 – Retired 12/31/2014
Administrative Deputy Chief
Glynn County Fire Department
Overseeing the department’s operations. Builds and motivates professionals by hiring, developing, and
encouraging the skilled professionals. Works as part of a team to develop the department’s annual
budget, monitor and control spending. Solid experience managing all levels of the fire and EMS
service including budgeting and administration. Reviews department’s policies and procedures.
Ensures department is meeting national standards and the needs of Glynn County citizens and visitors.
Filled in for the Chief during his absences.
1985 – 2010 Paramedic and EMT Instructor
Okefenokee Tech and College of Coastal Georgia
Lead instructor for numerous Paramedic Programs and EMT-Intermediate Programs. Also taught
Anatomy and Physiology, Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Advanced Cardiac Life Support courses,
Pediatric Advanced Life Support courses, International Trauma Life Support courses, and EKG
Interpretation courses.
EDUCATION
1980
Coastal Georgia Community College,
1981
Glynn County Fire Department
1982
Glynn Brunswick Memorial Hospital
1984 – 1985
Okefenokee Technician Institute,
1996 – 1998
Coastal Georgia Community College
1981 – Present
Georgia Fire Academy
Emergency Medical Technician
Brunswick, GA
Basic Firefighter
Brunswick, GA
Cardiac Technician
Brunswick, GA
Paramedic
Waycross, GA
General Core Classes
Brunswick, GA
Firefighting/Public Safety Classes
Forsyth, GA
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2008-2009
Local Government Management Development Program
The University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government
2005-2014
Georgia Fire Chiefs Association Leadership Conference
Certifications
Georgia Certified Firefighter
Fire Adjunct Instructor
Marine Shipboard Firefighter
Nationally Registered Paramedic
Post Adjunct Instructor
Basic Cardiac Life Support Instructor
Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor
First Aid Instructor
SWAT Medic
CONTOMS
Fire Instructor 1
Hazardous Materials Awareness Instructor
Marine Shipboard Firefighter Instructor
Fire Life Safety Educator
Emergency Medical Dispatcher Instructor
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor
Vehicle Extrication Instructor
Georgia Fire Arson Investigator
Emergency Medical Responder Instructor
Committees and Organizations
Glynn County Fire Department Safety Committee, serves as chair
Glynn County Board of Commissioners Safety Committee
Glynn County Blythe Island Baptist Church, Deacon
Glynn County Child Fatality Review Committee
Glynn County LEPC (Local Emergency Planning Committee)
National Association of EMS Educators
Georgia Fire Chiefs Association
Area 5 All Hazards Council
National Faculty for Georgia Basic Trauma Life Support
Regional Faculty for American Heart Association in ACLS, PALS and BCLS
References
Available upon request.
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