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Jeffrey Wenzel Mpa

Deputy Chief at City of Rio Rancho

Jeffrey Wenzel, MPA has a strong background in emergency services and education. Jeffrey began their career in 2006 with the City of Rio Rancho, starting as a firefighter and later progressing to roles including Engineer, Captain, Battalion Chief, and currently, Deputy Chief. In addition to their work in emergency services, Jeffrey has also worked as a part-time instructor at Central New Mexico Community College since 2019.

Jeffrey Wenzel, MPA has a diverse education history that includes multiple degrees and programs. In 2015, they attended Central New Mexico Community College, where they earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.) degree in Fire Science/Fire-fighting. During the same period, they also completed the Managing Officer Program at the National Fire Academy, focusing on Organizational Leadership.

In 2016, Wenzel continued their education at Eastern New Mexico University, obtaining a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) degree in Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management. Additionally, they pursued a Brewing Technology program at Central New Mexico Community College from 2016 to 2017, with a specialization in Brewing Beverage Management.

In 2018, Wenzel enrolled in Waldorf University and completed a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree. The field of study for the MPA program is not specified in the available information. During the same year, they also attended the National Fire Academy's Executive Fire Officer (EFO) program, focusing on Organizational Leadership.

Currently, Wenzel is pursuing further education at the Mays Business School at Texas A&M University. Jeffrey is working towards obtaining a degree in Fire Service Chief Executive Officer. The completion date for this program is not specified.

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Timeline

  • Deputy Chief

    October, 2022 - present

  • Battalion Chief

    August, 2021

  • Captain

    July, 2012

  • Engineer

    September, 2008

  • Firefighter

    September, 2006