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Jerry Miller
Rockwall,TX
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Summary
Accomplished Fire Chief with comprehensive experience in firefighting, emergency management, and policy development. Expertise encompasses budget management, training program creation, and community outreach for fire safety. Strong leadership in mental health initiatives supports a resilient and effective department.
Overview
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Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Chief
Edgecliff Village
Edgecliff Village, USA
03.2026 - 05.2026
- Led fire department operations and emergency response teams effectively.
- Supervised daily firefighting activities and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Implemented new firefighting techniques and equipment usage training.
- Developed training programs for firefighters and emergency personnel.
- Established collaborative teams of first responders equipped to tackle various fire and emergency situations.
- Collaborated with city officials on fire prevention strategies and policies.
- Managed daily operations of the Fire Department by developing policies and procedures related to safety, training, recruitment and retention, records management, discipline and administrative issues.
- Developed and administered department budget including capital projects.
- Managed community outreach initiatives to promote fire safety awareness.
- Established relationships with local government officials to coordinate mutual aid agreements for emergency response activities.
- Directed thework of 28 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
Deputy Chief-Fire Marshal
Princeton Fire Department
Princeton, USA
09.2022 - 08.2025
- Led incident command during major emergencies and disaster response efforts.
- Supervised emergency response operations during high-stress situations.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with fire department standards.
- Coordinated training programs for new firefighters and staff development.
- Developed training programs for new employees entering the division.
- Mentored junior staff, promoting teamwork and professional growth within the department.
- Mentored and coached employees by motivating and providing constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance community safety initiatives.
- Provided strategic planning advice to Chief regarding organizational objectives.
- Supported the formulation of short-term and long-term objectives for the division.
- Collaborated with Chief to develop and implement departmental policies and procedures.
- Developed and managed budget for the entire division.
- Represented Chief at internal and external meetings.
- Led staff meetings to address issues and drive improvements.
- Analyzed data to identify trends or areas requiring improvement and change in policy or procedure.
Deputy Fire Marshal- Investigations
McKinney Fire Department
McKinney, USA
10.2020 - 01.2022
- City of McKinney, TX
- Investigated fire incidents to determine causes and contributing factors.
- Evaluated fire scenes for evidence collection, preservation, and documentation.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies during arson investigations.
- Conducted fire inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Reviewed plans and inspected new commercial buildings to confirm compliance with municipal fire safety codes.
- Reviewed building plans for compliance with fire codes and safety standards.
- Developed fire prevention programs, increasing community awareness and engagement in fire safety.
- Collaborated with local agencies on emergency response planning and training.
- Prepared detailed reports on fire investigations and inspections for documentation purposes.
- Developed and implemented fire safety training programs for personnel.
- Developed and maintained productive working relationships with local, regional and federal law enforcement and fire agencies.
Fire Marshall
Fate Department of Public Safety
Fate, USA
11.2013 - 10.2018
- City of Fate, TX
- Conducted fire safety inspections for commercial and residential properties.
- Developed and implemented fire prevention programs for local businesses.
- Coordinated training sessions on fire safety protocols for community members.
Firefighter/ EMT-P
McKinney Fire Department
McKinney, USA
02.2002 - 01.2022
- City of McKinney, TX
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Responded to emergency calls and managed fire suppression operations.
- Assisted with rescue operations during hazardous situations.
- Operated firefighting equipment and maintained readiness of apparatus.
- Collaborated with team members to execute emergency response plans.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Filled out detailed reports on incidents and equipment usage for documentation purposes.
Captain, Volunteer/Part Time
Rockwall Fire Department
Rockwall, USA
11.1999 - 10.2018
- City of Rockwall, TX
- Led emergency response operations during fire incidents and rescue missions.
- Coordinated training programs for firefighters to enhance safety and skills.
- Developed incident command strategies for effective crisis management.
Firefighter/EMT-P
Rockwall Fire Department
Rockwall, USA
04.1997 - 10.2018
- City of Rockwall, TX
- Responded to emergency calls for fire suppression and rescue operations.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools during emergency situations.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections in residential and commercial properties.
Behavioral Health Coordinator/ Peer Support
McKinney Fire Department
McKinney, USA
01.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with first responders to assess mental health needs during emergencies.
- Facilitated support groups for individuals experiencing emotional distress or trauma.
- Developed training programs for staff on mental health awareness and intervention techniques.
- Established partnerships with local agencies to enhance resource availability for clients.
- Advocated for policy changes to improve behavioral health care access within the community.
- Created educational materials on various mental health topics for distribution within the community.
- Maintained confidentiality regarding all patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Worked as a mental health professional for the City of McKinney, TX.
Acting Captain
McKinney Fire Department
McKinney, USA
05.2007 - 01.2011
- City of McKinney, TX
- Managed incident command during emergency response situations and drills.
- Supervised daily operations of fire response teams and equipment readiness.
- Coordinated training programs for new firefighters and ongoing staff development.
- Led post-incident reviews to improve response strategies and team effectiveness.
- Evaluated performance of firefighters and provided constructive feedback regularly.
- Supervised team of employees, maintaining positive and productive atmosphere to enhance employee experience.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Grand Prairie Fire Department
Grand Prairie, USA
11.1999 - 02.2002
- City of Grand Prairie, TX
- Responded to emergency calls for fires and medical incidents.
- Operated fire suppression equipment during firefighting operations.
- Conducted fire inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Education
Bachelor’s degree - Criminal Justice, Leadership in Criminal Justice
Texas A&M Commerce
Commerce, Texas01-2023
Associates Degree - Fire Administration
Collin County Community College
McKinney, Texas01-2022
Basic Peace Officer School
Paris Junior College/Hunt County Sheriff
Greenville, TX01-2013
Paramedic School
Methodist Hospital Paramedic School
Dallas, Texas06-2000
State Firefighter Certification -
Desoto FIRE ACADEMY
Desoto, TX01-1999
Skills
- Emergency response
- Fire safety compliance
- Risk assessment
- Incident command
- Training program development
- Community outreach
- Budget management
- Policy development
- Mentoring staff
- Firefighting operations
- Investigation techniques
- Interagency coordination
- Fire prevention
- Emergency management
Affiliations
- INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ARSON INVESTIGATORS, 2016-Current
- COLLIN COUNTY FIRE INVESTIGATORS ASSOCIATION, 2016-Current
Certification
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
- Arson Investigator (Master)
- Firefighter (Master)
- Fire Officer (Level I,II)
- Inspector (Master)
- Instructor (Level II)
- Peace Officer (Master)
- Field Training Officer
- Basic Instructor
- Forensic Photography
- Haz-Mat Tech
- Driver/Operator Pumper
- ARFF (Master)
- Field Examiner
- Fire Marshal Basic
- Texas Department of State Health Services
- Emergency Medical Tech- Paramedic
- EMS Instructor
- IAAI- FIT cert
Career Path
- Edgecliff Village, Edgecliff Village, TX, Fire Chief, 03/16/26, present
- Princeton Fire Department, Princeton, TX, Deputy Chief-Fire Marshal, 09/01/22, 08/28/25
- McKinney Fire Department, McKinney, TX, Firefighter/ EMT-P, 02/01/02, 2022, Fire Inspector/ Arson Investigator, 11/01/17, 2022, Lead Arson Investigator, 03/01/20, 10/01/20, Deputy Fire Marshal- Investigations, 10/01/20, 2022, Acting Captain, 05/01/07, 2011, Behavioral Health Coordinator/ Peer Support, 2018, Present
- Rockwall Fire Department, Rockwall, TX, Firefighter/EMT-P, 04/01/97, 10/01/18, Captain, Volunteer/Part Time, 11/01/99, 10/01/18
- Fate Department of Public Safety, Fate, TX, Fire Marshall, 11/01/13, 10/01/18
- Grand Prairie Fire Department, Grand Prairie, TX, Firefighter/Paramedic, 11/01/99, 02/01/02
Timeline
Fire Chief
Edgecliff Village
03.2026 - 05.2026
Deputy Chief-Fire Marshal
Princeton Fire Department
09.2022 - 08.2025
Deputy Fire Marshal- Investigations
McKinney Fire Department
10.2020 - 01.2022
Behavioral Health Coordinator/ Peer Support
McKinney Fire Department
01.2018 - Current
Fire Marshall
Fate Department of Public Safety
11.2013 - 10.2018
Acting Captain
McKinney Fire Department
05.2007 - 01.2011
Firefighter/ EMT-P
McKinney Fire Department
02.2002 - 01.2022
Captain, Volunteer/Part Time
Rockwall Fire Department
11.1999 - 10.2018
Firefighter/Paramedic
Grand Prairie Fire Department
11.1999 - 02.2002
Firefighter/EMT-P
Rockwall Fire Department
04.1997 - 10.2018
Bachelor’s degree - Criminal Justice, Leadership in Criminal Justice
Texas A&M Commerce
Associates Degree - Fire Administration
Collin County Community College
Basic Peace Officer School
Paris Junior College/Hunt County Sheriff
Paramedic School
Methodist Hospital Paramedic School
State Firefighter Certification -
Desoto FIRE ACADEMY