ANGELA GROSSMAN
Austin,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience as Fire Commissioner at Travis County ESD #6, excelling in policy governance and strategic planning. Proven track record in budget approval and community safety advocacy, fostering collaboration and conflict resolution. Adept at navigating complex legislative environments to enhance public safety initiatives.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Commissioner
Travis County ESD #6, Lafe Travis Fire Rescue
Lakeway, Texas
06.2024 - Current
- Governed fire rescue policy for Travis County emergency services district board
- Approved district budgets and tracked fiscal priorities for Lafe Travis Fire Rescue
- Evaluated community safety concerns and supported public protection planning
- Attended community events to represent the Commission in a professional manner.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures governing the Commission's operations.
- Represented Travis County ESD #6 in stakeholder and community discussions
- Reviewed and approved documents, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, agreements and other related items as necessary.
Board of Directors Member
SAFE-D
Austin, TX
01.2026 - Current
- Approved strategic plans supporting emergency response and community protection.
- Contributed to legislative committee decisions shaping SAFE-D public safety priorities.
- Updated membership committee materials, including handbooks, videos and orientation guides for new commissioners.
Stay-at-home mother of two sons
01.2015 - Current
- Demonstrated intense adaptability to constantly address changes in health, schedule, communication levels and behavior.
Physical Therapist
California Pacific Medical Center St. Lukes Campus
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Assessed the need for physical therapy services in acute, SNF and sub-acute settings.
- Treated patients following profound injury, including strokes, loss of limb, myocardial infarction and joint replacement.
- Managed and directed application of treatment plans by physical therapy assistants.
Undercover Narcotics Investigator
ASET Corporation
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Successfully completed three long-term undercover investigations in large manufacturing facilities resulting in multiple arrests and employee dismissals.
- Identified and developed multiple suspects simultaneously, while continually assessing challenges. Developed, improvised and implemented strategies to ensure successful and timely completion of assignment.
- Met and coordinated with clients, managers and police contacts to ensure expectations were being met and to discuss what further steps to take.
- Collected evidence, including controlled substances and audio recordings, which were cataloged and turned over to police contacts.
Education
Masters and Doctorate - Physical Therapy
University of California San Francisco/San Francisco State University
01-2008
B.S. - Political Science, Criminal Justice, Accounting
Ashland University
Ashland, OH01-2000
Skills
- Policy governance
- Ordinance review
- Budget approval
- Legislative oversight
- Strategic planning
- Public safety planning
- Clinical judgment
- Patient advocacy
- Care coordination
- Verbal communication
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Board of Directors Member
SAFE-D
01.2026 - Current
Fire Commissioner
Travis County ESD #6, Lafe Travis Fire Rescue
06.2024 - Current
Stay-at-home mother of two sons
01.2015 - Current
Physical Therapist
California Pacific Medical Center St. Lukes Campus
01.2008 - 01.2014
Undercover Narcotics Investigator
ASET Corporation
01.2001 - 01.2004
Masters and Doctorate - Physical Therapy
University of California San Francisco/San Francisco State University
B.S. - Political Science, Criminal Justice, Accounting
Ashland University