Shari Harrington is a seasoned professional with nearly two decades of dedicated service to Montgomery County, where she has cultivated a robust expertise in emergency management and public health. Currently serving as the Logistics Section Chief-Type 3 at the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS),...
Shari Harrington is a seasoned professional with nearly two decades of dedicated service to Montgomery County, where she has cultivated a robust expertise in emergency management and public health. Currently serving as the Logistics Section Chief-Type 3 at the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS), Shari plays a pivotal role in coordinating resources and logistics during critical incidents. Her extensive background includes ten years in public health, where she honed her skills as an Administrator and Sanitarian, before transitioning to emergency management in 2012.
In her current position, Shari has successfully completed her task book as a Type 3 Logistics Section Chief, demonstrating her proficiency in managing complex logistical operations during emergencies. Notable deployments include her involvement in the response to the F-4 tornado that struck Pekin, New Pekin, and Henryville, Indiana, in March 2012, where she applied her strategic planning and volunteer management skills to ensure effective resource allocation and support for affected communities. Additionally, her experience with the Squirrel Creek fire at Medicine Bow National Forest, where she shadowed California Team 4 as a Logistics Section Chief-Trainee, further solidified her capabilities in high-pressure environments.
Shari’s expertise extends beyond logistics; she is CPR certified and possesses strong skills in policy analysis, staff development, and emergency management. Her commitment to public service and her ability to navigate the complexities of disaster response make her an invaluable asset to the Indiana DRTF-4 team and the broader emergency management community. As she approaches her 20th year with Montgomery County, Shari continues to leverage her diverse skill set to enhance the effectiveness of emergency operations and contribute to the resilience of her community.
