Four Finalists Named in search for Dallas Fire-Rescue Chief

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March 28, 2025

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Four Finalists Named in Search for Dallas Fire-Rescue Chief

DALLAS - Following a local and regional search, Dallas City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert has selected four finalists to interview for the Chief of Dallas Fire-Rescue (DFR) position. There were 32 candidates who applied for the position and those candidates included both current and former Fire Chiefs and executives.   

The list of finalists includes: 

  • Todd Alt, Assistant Chief, Tampa, Florida Fire Rescue 
  • Justin Ball, Interim Fire Chief, Dallas Fire-Rescue 
  • Raymond Hill, Executive Assistance Chief, Fort Worth Fire Department 
  • Samuel Peña, Former Fire Chief, Houston Fire Department 

“Dallas Fire-Rescue is a leader in the nation with innovative programs that provide emergency and medical services for all of whom we serve,” said Dallas City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert. “DFR contributes to making Dallas one of the safest large cities in the country, and I am certain we have finalists who can continue to propel it forward.”  

Below is the schedule of upcoming meetings with the finalists: 

City Council: Thursday, April 3, 4:00-5:00 PM (Flag Room) 
Stakeholders: Thursday, April 3, 5:30-6:30 PM (Flag Room) 

To view each candidate's biography, click here

To request picture of the candidates, email media@dallas.gov

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