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Fire Chief
Dennis Doan
Phone: (208) 570-6551
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Chief Doan started his career with Boise Fire Department in 1991 as an entry level Firefighter. Dennis continued his service in the Operations Division as he advanced to the rank of Senior Firefighter in 1995 and then promoted to Captain in 2002. He was awarded Boise City Firefighter of the Year in 2003 for his work as a lobbyist for Idaho firefighters and received the American Red Cross 2004 Real Hero Award. He was President of the Professional Fire Fighters of Idaho (PFFI) from 1999 to 2004 and lobbyist from 1997. Dennis was appointed Boise's fourteenth Fire Chief in the history of the Department on February 12, 2008 by Mayor Bieter and City Council. He has an Associate’s Degree in Fire Science from Boise State University and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Business Administration degree from Northwest Nazarene University. While attending NNU, Dennis was invited and received into membership by Delta Mu Delta International Honor Society. |
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Deputy Chief Fire Marshal
Romeo P. Gervais III
rgervais@cityofboise.org
Phone: (208) 570-6567
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Romeo Gervais joined Boise Fire Department in September 2011 at his current rank of Deputy Chief Fire Marshal. Romeo has 18 years of experience within the fire service, starting as a volunteer Firefighter/EMT in Rhode Island & Massachusetts. His career led into Fire Prevention during summer internships at Rhode Island State Fire Marshal's Office and the Phoenix Fire Department. He became a Fire Protection Engineer in Illinois before moving to Loveland, Colorado. In May 2001, he became Deputy Fire Marshal for Loveland Fire & Rescue and held that rank until his employment with Boise Fire. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering and a Master of Science Degree in Fire Protection Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. His certifications include Firefighter II, Wildland Firefighter II, Haz Mat Operations, Fire Inspector II, Plans Examiner, Professional Engineer, Certified Fire Code Official and Certified Fire / Explosion Investigator. Romeo's role as Fire Marshal includes the management of the Fire Prevention Division. He conducts Plan Review and oversees Inspection and Fire & Cause Investigations. |
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Deputy Chief of Training
Tracy Raynor
traynor@cityofboise.org
Phone: (208) 570-6564
Cell: (208) 570-6564
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Tracy Raynor joined Boise Fire Department in January 1983 as an entry level firefighter. He was promoted to Senior Firefighter in 1990 and Captain in 1993. Tracy filled the vacancy of Battalion Chief of Training from 1999 to 2005. His rank changed to Deputy Chief of Training in September 2005 where he currently supervises Boise Fire Department's training requirements, recruit and leadership academies, physical fitness program, safety and emergency management. |
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Deputy Chief of Operations
Perry Oldenburg
Phone: (208) 570-6558
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Perry Oldenburg began his career with the Department in 1991. Working his way through the ranks, he was promoted to Senior Firefighter in 1994. Perry was honored as Firefighter of the Year in 1997. He was promoted as Captain Firefighter in 2004. Perry served on the Union Local Executive Board from 1994-1996, then elected as Vice President in 1997. He served a two year term as Union President from 2000 to 2002. Perry earned a Fire Department Life-Saving award in 2005. He became Deputy Chief of Operations in February 2008. Perry supervises all Operations Division personnel and directs departmental programs such as Urban Interface, High Rise Buildings, Emergency Medical Services and is the liaison to Ada County Dispatch. |
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Division Chief of Operations
Brad Bolen
bbolen@cityofboise.org
Phone: (208) 570-6566
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Brad Bolen joined the Boise Fire Department in June 2012 as the Division Chief of Operations, after completing a 20-year career with the U.S. Department of the Interior within the Bureau of Land Management’s Fire and Aviation program. Brad started his career as an entry-level fire firefighter for the Boise District BLM in 1992 and worked through the various programs, including Engines, Helitack, Smokejumping and Air Attack. In 2001, Brad accepted the position as the Boise District BLM Helicopter Crew Supervisor and held that position until 2004 when he accepted the position as a Battalion Chief and Safety Officer for the Boise District BLM. During his tenure as a Battalion Chief, Brad performed many additional assignments, which included BLM Great Basin Smokejumper, National Fire Safety Specialist Bureau of Indian Affairs, Division Chief of Fire Prevention and Mitigation for Boise District BLM, Air Attack Supervisor for Boise District BLM, Assistant to the National BLM Fire and Aviation Safety Manager, Assistant Fire Management Officer for Boise District BLM, Chairman of the Ada County Wildfire Steering Committee, and a member on National Type I and Type 2 Incident Management teams for 12 years. Brad manages the Boise Fire Department’s Operations Division. The program areas for this division include: emergency response, wildland urban interface, standards of cover, all-hazards incident management team, dispatch liaison, and special events and equipment specifications. |
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Division Chief of EMS
Randy Howell
rhowell@cityofboise.org
Phone: (208) 570-6562
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Randy Howell joined Boise Fire Department in March 2009 after completing a 20 year career with the Henderson Fire Department in Nevada. He has over 25 years of experience in Emergency Medical Services, working with Amarillo Medical Services in Texas, Mercy Ambulance in Las Vegas and most recently as EMS Division Chief with Henderson Fire Department. He earned his Fire Science Technology and Fire Service Management degrees at the Community College of Southern Nevada and a Bachelor of Science Degree at the University of Nevada. Randy is a member of the International Association of Fire Chiefs, and is the liaison to the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulances Services. He is a member of the National Fire Protection Association, National Association of EMS Physicians, National EMS Management Association and Idaho Fire Chiefs Association. |
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Division Chief of Logistics
Martin B. Knoelk
mknoelk@cityofboise.org
Phone: (208) 570-6645
Cell: (208) 570-6645
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Martin B. Knoelk joined Boise Fire Department as Division Chief of Logistics in December 2009. He began his firefighting career in 1987 as an ARFF firefighter. In 1991, he was hired as a firefighter with North Ada County Fire Rescue (NACFR). He was promoted up through the ranks to Captain. He served ten years as a fire science and technical rescue instructor with Boise State University and the University of Nevada, Reno. In February 2003, he was appointed as Fire Chief for NACFR. Martin served three terms on the FEMA Region 10 Advisory Council. As a Logistics Chief, he oversees the maintenance and operation of the Department's facilities. He manages the mapping, hydrant and Opticom programs as well as the Supply Warehouse/Stores facility. Martin presently serves on Idaho's Medal of Honor Commission and Emergency Communication Commission. Martin is a Logistics Section Chief on the State and the City Incident Management Teams. |
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Finance Manager
Kim Brown
kbrown@cityofboise.org
Phone: (208) 570-6565
Cell: (208) 570-6565
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Kim Brown joined the Boise Fire Department in June 2009. Kim has 10+ years of experience in various analytic and management roles in multiple industries. These roles include a Forecast Manager at HP, a Fund Manager at DBSI, a Senior Financial Analyst at Albertsons, and a Manager of Labor and Compensation Analysis at Station Casinos in Las Vegas. Additionally, Kim worked for a third party administrator for 6 years, administering union benefits for construction trade Trust Funds. Kim earned both her Bachelor's Degree of Science in Finance and her Master's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Nevada, Reno. Kim supervises the Accounting staff which provides A/P, A/R and payroll services. She is responsible for Administration, Budget, Contract Administration, Strategic Planning, Technology, Impact Fees, Workers Compensation, Policy and Procedures and General Orders. |