City of San Gabriel
Richard Beckman has extensive work experience in the field of firefighting. Richard started their career in 1981 at the La Habra Heights Fire Department, where they worked as a Firefighter and progressed to the role of Division Chief/Fire Marshal. In 1988, they joined Rio Hondo College as a Fire Academy Senior Drillmaster, where they coordinated the Firefighter 1 academy and served as the Interim Fire Technology Coordinator for 2 1/2 years. In 2001, Beckman joined the City of San Gabriel, where they currently hold the position of Fire Division Chief.
Richard Beckman attended La Habra High School. After completing high school, they enrolled at Rio Hondo College in 1982 and obtained an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician in 1992. Richard then pursued further education at California State University, Los Angeles, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Fire Protection Administration and Technology, graduating in 2002. In addition to their university education, Richard attended the National Fire Academy from 1997 to 2000, focusing on Executive Development / Fire Service.
City of San Gabriel
Home to a population of more than 42,000, San Gabriel is 4.09 square miles with a diverse population of Asian, Hispanic, Caucasian, and other ethnic groups. The City is governed by a five-member City Council whose members are elected by the citizens of San Gabriel. The City follows the general laws of the State of California and local laws and policies adopted by the City Council. Under the direction of the City Manager and the city management team, City employees see to it that these laws and policies are carried out in a courteous and professional manner.