Kristin Pardiny joined the Risk, Safety, & Resilience department at George Mason University as an Emergency Manager in May 2024. In this role, she prepares for, responds to, and recovers from emergencies, disasters, and campus events affecting the community. She is part of the Emergency Management & Fire Safety division, which develops and maintains comprehensive emergency response plans.
Previously, Kristin served as a fire/EMS Lieutenant with the Arlington County Fire Department. She managed emergency incidents and coordinated resources for multi-agency events. As a member of the Technical Rescue Team, she specialized in high-risk rescues in complex environments.
In 2019, Kristin transitioned into more dedicated emergency management roles, serving as a Fire Department liaison during Emergency Operations Center activations and joining the National Capital Region Incident Management Team. She has assisted with various Community Risk and Reduction programs and served as a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) instructor and liaison. Additionally, she led the planning for a fire department youth camp, connecting youth with resources to support fire service recruitment.
Kristin graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor’s degree in emergency management in 2021 and plans to continue her education at George Mason University. She remains a member of the National Capital Region Incident Management Team, responding to various emergency and disaster situations.