Todd Smith Jacksonville has cemented his legacy as an embodiment of dedication and unwavering integrity within the public service domain. Holding the esteemed titles of Director of Emergency Management and Chief of Emergency Preparedness, he has championed the cause of public safety through his unparalleled leadership over the years. Hisprofessional journey took root in 1992 at the Nassau County Fire and Rescue Department. Recognized for his incisive decision-making prowess, he transitioned to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department in 1997. His ascent within JFRD was marked by tenacity, culminating in his stewardship as the Special Operations Training Manager. Here, he adeptly helmed diverse teams through rigorous challenges. Throughout his tenure, he's been at the forefront of pivotal initiatives. His contributions have been invaluable, from orchestrating efficient emergency responses and pioneering the nation's inaugural drive-thru COVID-19 test site to streamlining operations. Particularly during emergencies like the responses to hurricanes Matthew, Irma, and Dorian, he stood as an unwavering anchor.

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Todd Smith Jacksonville
Director of Emergency Management
Jacksonville, FL, USA be.net/toddsmithjacksonvill
WORK EXPERIENCE Critical Response Strategies
Director of Emergency Management
Florida State College
Fire Service Instructor III / USAR / Live Fire
January 2004 -

2. EDUCATION Liberty University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Public Administration
Waldorf University
Master's degree
Organizational Leadership & Public Administration 2015 -
2016
TODD SMITH JACKSONVILLE Todd Smith Jacksonville is a paragon of trust, dedication, and unwavering public duty. As the
Director of Emergency Management and Chief of Emergency Preparedness, his leadership narrative
paints a picture of decades of relentless service to public safety. In 1992, he marked the dawn of his
illustrious career in public administration when he anchored his roots at the Nassau County Fire
and Rescue Department. His innate knack for strategic insights quickly caught his attention,
ushering him to a pivotal role in the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department by 1995. At JFRD, his
trajectory was meteoric, climaxing with his role as Special Operations Training Manager. In this
capacity, he became the linchpin for numerous teams, guiding them to triumph in the face of
adversity. His tenure was peppered with diverse and crucial responsibilities. His touch was evident
from spearheading emergency response protocols and introducing the trailblazing drive-thru
COVID-19 testing facility to enhance emergency operation strategies. Notably, during nature’s
wrath in the form of hurricanes such as Matthew, Irma, and Dorian, he emerged as the steadfast
compass guiding evacuations and emergency endeavors.
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