Montgomery County Emergency Services District No. 10, which provides firefighting services in Magnolia, will begin a national search for its next fire chief, according to a May 7 news release.

Diving in deeper

Chief Jeff Hevey's contract expires in 2025, and the ESD 10 board wants to be proactive in finding his successor, according to Winkler Public Relations, which represents ESD 10.

Hevey will remain in his position until his successor is identified, according to the news release. Hired in 2021, Hevey led the department during its transition from the Magnolia Volunteer Fire Department to the Magnolia Fire Department.

Montgomery County ESD 10 provides emergency services to around 140,000 citizens within approximately 165 square miles, according to the news release. The Magnolia Fire Department operates nine fire stations.

Quote of note

“We appreciate Chief Hevey’s leadership and service to the Magnolia Fire Department,” ESD 10 board President Larry Smith said via news release. “ESD 10 is grateful for his role in the progress achieved during his tenure. We are now focused on hiring a fire chief who can take Magnolia Fire Department to the next level as we strengthen our commitment to protecting our community.”

Stay tuned

The job description and application details will be announced following ESD 10’s May 15 meeting, according to the news release.