Matt Cordonnier

Matt Cordonnier's work experience includes various roles in the field of emergency services and fire protection. MATT began their career as a Paramedic at Metro Medical Services, LLC in 2004 and worked there until 2010. In 2003, they also served as a Volunteer Firefighter/Paramedic at Win-Bur-Sew Fire Protection District until 2010. Since 2010, they have been employed by the City of Rockford, Illinois, where they have held positions such as Firefighter/Paramedic, Fire Inspector, Arson Investigator/Peace Officer, and currently serves as the Logistics Chief. MATT'sresponsibilities as a Firefighter/Paramedic included providing emergency care and transportation for the sick and injured, and working as part of a team to handle various emergency situations.

Matt Cordonnier's education history begins with their high school diploma in General Studies from Winnebago High School, which they obtained from 2000 to 2003. Following that, they pursued an Associate of Science degree in Fire Science/Fire-fighting from Rock Valley College, which they completed in 2022. Currently, Matt is working towards a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Safety Management from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, which they are expected to achieve in 2024.

In addition to their academic pursuits, Matt has obtained several certifications in the field. MATT is a Fire Inspector I certified by the International Code Council since May 2017. Matt also holds the certification of Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI), although the institution and the year of obtaining are not specified. Furthermore, they are an EMT-Paramedic certified by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and has pursued the Fire Investigation Technician Designation from the International Association of Arson Investigators. Matt has also completed the Fire Service Instructor II certification from the Illinois Fire Service Institute, along with certifications in Firefighter III, Hazardous Materials Operations, Illinois Professional Emergency Manager, Juvenile Firesetter Intervention Specialist, Rescue Rope Operations, State Certified Fire Investigator, and Vehicle Machinery Technician, although the institutions and years of obtaining these certifications are not provided.