Robert Paxton, Jr. is a distinguished and dedicated professional who has built an illustrious career centered around public safety and service. Mr. Paxton's journey began with his commendable service in the Baltimore County Fire Department where he served the citizens of Baltimore County as a volunteer firefighter/emergency medical technician for over 33 years.

Mr. Paxton also served with the Baltimore City Fire Department as a firefighter/paramedic for 23 years until he retired from the city.

Mr. Paxton joined Morgan State University's Office of Safety, Health, and Environment as the Fire Safety Specialist to further serve and protect. Here, his expertise was instrumental in enhancing the university's fire safety protocols, ensuring the safety of students, faculty, and staff.

Fire Prevention Certifications:

• Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute Firefighter 1
• Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute Firefighter 2
• Hazardous Materials Operations
• Hazardous Materials Technician
• Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe
• Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute Fire Inspector 1
• Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute Fire Inspector 2
• Medical Preparedness and Response to Bombing Incidents

Incident Command Certifications:

• FEMA IS-00100 Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS-100
• FEMA IS-00120 An Introduction to Exercises
• FEMA IS-00200 ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents, ICS 200
• FEMA IS-00230.d Fundamentals of Emergency Management
• FEMA IS-00235.c Emergency Planning
• FEMA IS-00240.b Leadership and Influence
• FEMA IS-00241.b Decision Making and Problem Solving
• FEMA IS-00242.b Effective Communication
• FEMA IS-00244.b Developing and Managing Volunteers
• FEMA IS-00700 National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introduction
• FEMA IS-00775 EOC Management and Operations
• FEMA IS-00800.b National Response Framework, An Introduction

Occupational Health Certifications:

• Hazard Communication
• OSHA 300 General Industry