Professional Background

Marc Pate began his fire service career in 1994 as a firefighter for the City of Lewisville. In 1997, he transitioned to Plano Fire-Rescue, where he has served for the past 20 years. Marc was promoted through every rank to his current position of Deputy Fire Chief. As a Deputy Chief, he has served over the Operation section and currently serves over the Training section.

Personal Background

Marc received an associate's degree in Fire Science from Collin College, a bachelor's degree in Administrative Leadership from Texas A&M - Commerce, and is currently pursuing a master's degree in Public Administration from Texas A&M University. He holds a Fire Service, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) designation, Chief Fire Officer (CFO) designation, and he is currently enrolled in the National Fire Academy, Executive Fire Officer Program (EFO).

Roles

Marc is a:

Emergency Medical Technician
Fire Instructor II
Fire Officer IV
Hazardous Material Technician
Incident Safety Officer
Master Firefighter

He has received FEMAs Weapons of Mass Destruction (COBRA) and National Incident Management System training. He received training from the National Fire Academy on Managing Company Tactical Operations and Emergency Response to Terrorism.

Memberships

Marc is on the Collin College Fire Science Advisory Committee and a member of:

Fire Instructors of North Texas
The International Association of Fire Chiefs
The Metro-Crest Fire Chief Association
The National Fire Protection Association
The Texas State Fire Chiefs Association

Before entering the fire service, Marc also served four years in the United States Marine Corps with distinction.

Fire-Rescue Staff