Toi Howard
@toihoward
Emergency dispatch professional with 6 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am an emergency dispatch professional with six years of experience in crisis management and technical troubleshooting. My expertise lies in data analysis and team collaboration, where I consistently enhance emergency response protocols and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. I am committed to fostering seamless cooperation among dispatch teams and first responders, aiming to streamline crisis management processes and improve community safety.
In my current role as a Telecommunications Equipment Operator (911) at the Office of Unified Communications in Washington, DC, I efficiently manage emergency calls, ensuring rapid response and accurate information relay. I have facilitated communication between emergency services, enhancing response times and resolving caller issues swiftly while maintaining calm under pressure. My previous experience as a Telecommunications Installation Technician has equipped me with the skills to optimize installation processes and improve network reliability, further contributing to my effectiveness in emergency response.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Telecommunications Equipment Operator
Office of Unified Communications
Sep 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year)
Efficiently manage emergency calls, ensuring rapid response and accurate information relay. Collaborated with teams to improve emergency response protocols, increasing efficiency and ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations.
Telecommunications Installation Technician
Starry Inc
Jan 2019 - Sep 2022 (3 years 8 months)
Installed and maintained telecom systems, enhancing service reliability and customer satisfaction. Collaborated with teams to optimize installation processes and trained new technicians to ensure high-quality standards.
Home Health Aide
Premium Select Home Care
Jan 2016 - Jul 2019 (3 years 6 months)
Provided compassionate care to over 20 clients, enhancing quality of life and daily comfort. Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans and implemented fall prevention strategies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
National Emergency Numbers Association
Certification, Emergency Management
2022 - 2022
Completed NENA 911 TEOC Certificate, focusing on emergency telecommunications operations.
American Red Cross
Certification, Health and Safety
2022 - 2022
Obtained CPR/AED/TCPR Certificate, ensuring readiness to respond to cardiac emergencies.
Urban Ed Inc
Certification, Information Technology
2017 - 2017
Achieved Network+ certification, validating skills in networking concepts and troubleshooting.
Urban Ed Inc
Certification, Information Technology
2016 - 2016
Completed CompTIA A+ certification, demonstrating proficiency in computer hardware and software troubleshooting.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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