NORTH LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) — Chad Oliver was sworn in Wednesday as North Las Vegas fire chief, succeeding Joseph Calhoun, who was named assistant city manager.
City Manager Micaela Moore named Oliver to lead the North Las Vegas Fire Department. Oliver was sworn in during a transfer of command ceremony at city hall, according to the city.
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Oliver is a Las Vegas Valley native. He joined the North Las Vegas Fire Department in 2007.
He advanced from firefighter/paramedic to captain, battalion chief, assistant fire chief and, most recently, deputy fire chief.
“Throughout his career, Fire Chief Oliver has demonstrated a strong commitment to leadership, service excellence and professional development; gaining a reputation as a value-driven leader who embraces challenges as opportunities for growth,” Moore said. “Chief Oliver remains dedicated to advancing the fire department’s mission and ensuring the highest level of service and protection for the residents and visitors of North Las Vegas.”
Oliver said he is honored to lead the department.
“I’m honored to begin a new chapter leading the North Las Vegas Fire Department and work with our skilled and dedicated team members to continue delivering the high level of service our community expects,” Oliver said. “Thanks to the investment and commitment to public safety demonstrated by City leadership, we have tremendous opportunities to enhance emergency response, community safety and workforce development.”
Calhoun was named assistant city manager effective Nov. 2.
He joined the city as fire chief in 2017. According to the city, he is the longest-serving chief in the department’s history.
The city said the department expanded its operational structure and enhanced emergency services under Calhoun.
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