Alex Hamilton

Fire Chief Alex Hamilton started his career with the Oxnard Fire Department as a Firefighter in 2005. He was promoted to Fire Engineer in 2010, promoted to Fire Captain in 2012, Battalion Chief in 2016, Assistant Chief in 2017 and Fire Chief in 2021. He previously worked as a volunteer Firefighter in Australia, where he grew up. Assistant Chief Hamilton is currently completing his MBA with Pepperdine University. He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Protection Administration and a Chief Fire Officer certification from the Center for Public Safety Excellence.

Chief Hamilton has served in a variety of assignments, including, Grant Writer and Grant Project Manager where he successfully procured and managed over $15 million in grants. He has previously served as a hazardous materials specialist, urban search and rescue team member, member of the Police/Fire Dive Team, Peer Support Team, and Honor Guard. Furthermore, Chief Hamilton is the co-founder and CFO of the Oxnard Firefighters Foundation, Inc., and is an Advisory Board Member of the VC Ribbons of Life Foundation. He developed a comprehensive behavioral health program for both Fire Departments in the region and also serves as a Suicide Intervention Instructor. Additionally, Battalion Chief Hamilton is a recipient of the Kiwanis Firefighter of the Year and the City of Oxnard Employee of the Year awards and has earned numerous educational and training certificates.