Brian Gregson

Highly accomplished public safety leader and administrator with 30 years of emergency services experience, transitioning into a civilian safety, EMS, administrative or management role. Proven track record in managing complex operational workflows, technical data analysis, and large-scale incident command systems. Expert in curriculum instruction, objective quality control, grants, procedural documentation, scene security and safety measures.

Battalion Chief at City of Vista Fire Department

• Commanded large-scale emergency incidents, optimizing multi-agency coordination and tactical resource deployment.
• Managed operational departmental budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strict regulatory compliance.
• Oversaw personnel management, including hiring panels, performance evaluations, and progressive disciplinary actions.
• Evaluated complex operational data to update standard operating procedures and train subordinate officers.

Captain / Paramedic at City of Vista Fire Department

• Supervised daily fire station operations and led a specialized team under high-pressure conditions.
• Conducted regular quality assurance reviews on medical and incident reports to ensure accurate data integrity.
• Mentored and evaluated personnel, identifying skill gaps and implementing structured remedial training.

Engineer / Paramedic at City of Vista Fire Department

• Managed the safe operation, technical maintenance, and deployment of heavy apparatus and specialized equipment.
• Calculated complex hydraulic equations and operational parameters rapidly under stress.

Firefighter / Paramedic at City of Vista Fire Department

• Delivered advanced life support medical care and executed fire suppression strategies under rigid regulatory frameworks.
• Maintained absolute accuracy in medical charting and legal incident documentation.

Bachelor of Science in Fire Administration – Columbia Southern University

Associate of Science in Paramedicine – Palomar College