Shannon Faulkner
Winder
Summary
Dynamic fire service leader with a proven track record at Barrow County Fire Department, excelling in crew resource management and personnel development. Recognized as 2022 Officer of the Year, I drive operational enhancements and strategic planning, fostering a safety-driven environment while managing significant projects like the Station 6 expansion.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Captain C Shift
Barrow County Fire Department
07.2006 - Current
- Lead and mentor personnel in fireground operations, emergency response, and professional development
- Coordinate fire station operations, equipment readiness, and strategic planning
- Foster a high-performing, safety-driven work environment
- Serve as Project Manager for the 2023 Station 6 expansion
- Oversee station supply coordination and resource allocation
Education
High School Diploma -
Winder-Barrow High School
Winder, GA05-1998
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Continuous learning mindset
- Crew resource management
- Technical aptitude
Certification
- Fire Officer I, II, III, & IV
- Fire Instructor I & II
- National Incident Management System (NIMS) 300 & 400
- NFPA 1403 - Live Fire Instructor
- Decision Making for Initial Company Operations (D.M.I.C.O.)
- Preparation for Initial Company Operations (P.I.C.O.)
- Strategy and Tactics for Initial Company Operations (S.T.I.C.O.)
- Fire Cause Determination for Company Officers
- Georgia Fire Academy (GFA) Courses: Fighting Fire in Sprinklered Buildings
- Fire Investigations for Company Officers
- Leadership I, II, & III
- EMT - Intermediate
Leadership And Achievements
- 2022 Barrow County Officer of The Year
- 2025 Member Leadership Barrow
- Georgia Chief Fire Officer Designation
- Proven track record in succession planning and personnel development
- Managed department-wide projects and operational enhancements
Timeline
Captain C Shift
Barrow County Fire Department
07.2006 - Current
High School Diploma -
Winder-Barrow High School
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