Chad Costa

Assistant Fire Chief Chad Costa brings over 26 years of fire service experience in fire districts and a city department. He has embraced innovation and leadership, previously serving as the Technology and Communications Battalion Chief. Costa holds a Master of Science in Fire Service Leadership and has completed the prestigious Executive Fire Officer Program. He is a rostered Type 1 Operations Section Chief with California Interagency Team 5, contributing to large-scale emergency response efforts across the state and the western United States, including the Maui disaster. His professional credentials include accreditation as a Chief Fire Officer through CPSE, a bachelor’s degree in emergency services management, and certification in Homeland Security. Beyond operations and leadership, Costa has strongly advocated for cultural change, recruitment, and retention within the modern fire service, working to create a more progressive and inclusive environment. His expertise has led him to speak at nationwide fire service expos and symposiums, and he has been a contributing author for Firehouse Magazine, Fire Engineering, and FireRescue1. Additionally, he has shared his insights as a guest on numerous fire service podcasts. 🔗 www.chadcosta.org www.chadcosta.org