It is a distinction shared by only
1,568 chief officers worldwide
McKinney, Texas (Dec. 8, 2021) – The McKinney Fire Department (MFD) is proud to announce Battalion Chief Tino Paredes has received the professional designation of Chief Fire Officer (CFO) from the Center for Public Safety Excellence’s Commission on Professional Credentialing (CPC).
The voluntary program looks at the ‘whole officer,’ focusing on seven components:
- Education
- Experience
- Professional Development (training and certifications)
- Professional Contributions and recognition
- Professional Memberships and Affiliations
- Technical Competence (on up to 20 competencies)
- Community Involvement
Applicants are also required to identify a future professional development plan. Achieving this certification signifies Battalion Chief Paredes’ continued commitment to a career in the fire service. He has served with the MFD for 23 years.
"The McKinney Fire Department is constantly evolving to provide the best service to our community," said Danny Kistner, McKinney Fire Chief. "Dedicated fire department leaders like Battalion Chief Paredes will help us forge that path into the future."
The Commission on Professional Credentialing, an entity of the Center for Public Safety Excellence, administers the CFO Designation Program. The CPC consists of individuals from academia, federal and local government, and the fire and emergency medical services. Click here to learn more about the CPC.
Safety information can be located at www.mckinneyfire.org or www.nfpa.org.