Fort Worth Interim Fire Chief Raymond Hill will retire Sept. 1.
The city announced that Hill will retire after more than three decades working for the fire department, according to a news release.
The details
Hill joined the department as a firefighter in December 1994 and was named the assistant chief in 2018. He was appointed as interim fire chief at the Fort Worth City Council meeting Oct. 28, 2025. He replaced Jim Davis, who was placed on administrative leave, according to previous reporting.
"It has been an honor to serve alongside the dedicated men and women of the Fort Worth Fire Department over the past 30 years,” Hill said. “Together, we've strengthened this department and achieved meaningful progress for the community we serve. I will always be proud of what we've accomplished and have every confidence the department will continue to build on that success."
Hill oversaw part of the transition in emergency medical services from MedStar to the Fort Worth Fire Department. The transition occurred July 1, 2025, adding emergency medical technicians, paramedics and telecommunicators to the department.
According to a news release, the response time for emergency medical services has dropped from 12 1/2 minutes to 8 1/2 minutes within the past year.
"Chief Hill has dedicated more than 30 years to serving the residents of Fort Worth with integrity, professionalism and unwavering commitment," said William Johnson, Fort Worth’s Assistant City Manager. "His leadership during the city's transition to a fire-based EMS system has transformed emergency response and positioned the department for continued success."
What else?
The city will begin a national search for Fort Worth's next fire chief in the coming weeks, according to the release.
