HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 03 Employee Recognition - Gilbert GordonSeptember 17, 2012
Springfield Upbeat
Employee Recognition – Gilbert Gordon, 10 Years of Service
Gilbert Gordon
Deputy Fire Marshal
Hire Date September 3, 2002
Completed Requirements for
Deputy Fire Marshal 2 September 3, 2004
Noteworthy Accomplishments:
♦ Developed a Deputy Fire Marshal training program for Operations personnel interested
in competing successfully for the position of Deputy Fire Marshal.
♦ In April, 2008 Recognized by State Fire Marshal Nancy Orr the Highest Life Safety
Competency Recognition – Oregon Level 4: Fire Marshal with Fire Plans Examiner
Endorsement
♦ in May 2005 Along with co-workers in the Springfield Fire Marshal’s Office, received the
Certificate of Commendation, from the Oregon Fire Chiefs Association
♦ In 2001 Was a Finalist in the Oregon Volunteer Firefighters Association Firefighter of the
Year
♦ in 2000 Was Polk County Fire District Firefighter of the Year
♦ Has a Bachelor degree in Education
♦ Has a Bachelor degree in Fire Service Administration
♦ Has a Associate degree in Fire Prevention
♦ Teacher for 11 years of primarily remedial reading and math
♦ Volunteer Firefighter since 1982 at South Sherman Fire District, Joseph Fire Department
(where was Chief for 3 years), Polk County Fire District and currently at McKenzie Fire &
Rescue