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Amy Maxwell, MPIO, TN-CEM

Amy Maxwell, MPIO, TN-CEM

Public Information Officer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Master PIO. Public Relations & Crisis Communications Manager for Hamilton Co. Office of Emergency Management

  • Education

    • Chattanooga State Community College

      1999 - 2000
      AEMT Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)

    • The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

      1989 - 1993
      BA Communications, Public Relations and Marketing

      Activities and Societies: Alpha Delta Pi, Chattanooga Singers

  • Experience

    • Hamlton County Office of Emergency Management

      Nov 1999 - now
      Public Information Officer

    • Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management

      Nov 1999 - now
      Public Information Officer

    • Hamilton County Government

      Nov 1999 - now
      Public Relations Manager for the Office of Emergency Management

      I handle all public/media relations & crisis communications for Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management/Homeland Security including 8 Volunteer Fire/ Rescue Agencies. Webmaster for Hamilton County OEM, Hamilton County Fire Training/Hazmat, Tri-State Mutual Aid Association and the Tennessee Fire Chiefs Association (TFCA). Coordinate school events with Hamilton County Schools for classroom presentations on emergency preparedness and school safety. Oversee special events including press conferences. Assist in emergency relief efforts, such as, hurricane and tornado relief efforts that have affected the Hamilton County/Chattanooga area. Videographer and Photographer for HCOEM. National Photo winner in the International Fire Chief's Association (IFSTA)/ Protection Publication calendar for 2008, 2010, 2013, 2022 and 2023. Bachelor's degree in Communications/Public Relations/Marketing in 1993 at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. In March 2000, received AEMT-IV license from Chattanooga State Community college. Register Advanced Emergency Medical Technician certification in the state of Tennessee.October of 2014, I received my Tennessee Emergency Manager I certification. December 2014, received Certified Emergency Management Professional certification.March 2024, received Master PPIO Certification at TN LEIC Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • LEIC Master Public Information Officer

      University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service
      Mar 2024
      View certificate certificate

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Amy Maxwell, MPIO, TN-CEM
      Distinguished Service Award Tennessee Fire Chiefs Association Jul 2022 Exemplifies significant, consistent, and career-long contributions in Communications to the TN Fire Chiefs Association since 2006.
    • Awarded to Amy Maxwell, MPIO, TN-CEM
      MEDIA AWARD Emergency Management Association of Tennessee Aug 2021 In Franklin, TN., Emergency Management Association of Tennessee held their annual conference and presented the EMAT Media Award to Amy Maxwell, Public Relations Manager for Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management. On Tuesday, August 10, 2021, Maxwell was nominated for her Outstanding Service and Dedication to Supporting the Emergency Management Community and the State of Tennessee. Maxwell was unable to attend the conference but HCOEM Director Chris Adams and Deputy Director Mark Ericson… Show more In Franklin, TN., Emergency Management Association of Tennessee held their annual conference and presented the EMAT Media Award to Amy Maxwell, Public Relations Manager for Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management. On Tuesday, August 10, 2021, Maxwell was nominated for her Outstanding Service and Dedication to Supporting the Emergency Management Community and the State of Tennessee. Maxwell was unable to attend the conference but HCOEM Director Chris Adams and Deputy Director Mark Ericson presented her with the award.Maxwell said she was so appreciative of the award and is thankful to work with a great team of professionals! Show less
    • Awarded to Amy Maxwell, MPIO, TN-CEM
      National Fire Calendar Photo Winner IFSTA Oct 2012 Fire Photo was selected in a National Fire Calendar for 2013.
    • Awarded to Amy Maxwell, MPIO, TN-CEM
      National Fire Calendar Photo Winner International Fire Chief's Association Jan 2010
    • Awarded to Amy Maxwell, MPIO, TN-CEM
      National Fire Calendar Photo Winner International Fire Chief's Association Jan 2008
    • Awarded to Amy Maxwell, MPIO, TN-CEM
      IFSTA Calendar Photo Winner 2022 IFSTA National Calendar that displays fire service photos for each month.