Shawn Kell

Shawn Kell has extensive experience in the field of public safety, currently serving as Captain of the Fire Department for the City of Leavenworth, Kansas, since February 2000. This role encompasses responsibilities as a Safety Officer, Fire Inspector, Investigator, and various technical roles including Training, Haz-Mat Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, and Structural Collapse Technician. In addition to fire services, Shawn has worked as a Sales Associate at The Home Depot since August 1998, specializing in plumbing-related products. Previous positions include Installer/Fabricator/Service at Young Sign Company, Inc., Airborne Soldier in the US Army, and Stock Handler at Hallmark Cards. Shawn holds an Associate's Degree in Fire Science/Fire-fighting from Columbia Southern University and has additional educational experience from multiple institutions, including Kansas City Kansas Community College and the University of Kansas.