David Coble Mba, Efo

David Coble, MBA, EFO has a long and extensive work experience in the fire department. David began their career at the City of Fort Worth in 1984 as a Fire Fighter and steadily advanced through different roles including Fire Engineer, Fire Lieutenant, and Fire Captain. David then served in the Fire Marshal's Office before becoming the Training Instructor and Professional Development Coordinator. Coble later served as the Assistant to the Fire Chief and then promoted to become the Assistant Fire Chief. From 2013 to 2016, they held the position of Executive Assistant Fire Chief, during which they also served as the Acting Fire Chief for a brief period in 2015. Coble's current role is Fire Chief at the City Of Tyler - Municipal Government.

David Coble, MBA, EFO has an extensive education history. David began their academic journey by completing electrical engineering coursework at The University of Texas at Arlington from 1981 to 1984. Afterward, they pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Management from Dallas Baptist University, which they obtained from 1993 to 1996.

Seeking further specialization, David completed an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Fire Science Administration at Weatherford College from 2004 to 2005. Building upon this foundation, they then pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Business Administration at Texas A&M University-Commerce, which they successfully achieved from 2008 to 2011.

In addition to their formal education, David Coble has also obtained various certifications. David completed the Executive Fire Officer program offered by the United States Fire Administration in June 2012. David also completed the Executive Chief Officer Development Program with the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) in April 2016. Furthermore, they participated in the Fire Service Executive Development Institute, sponsored by the IAFC, in April 2017. David also obtained the certification of Internal Affairs Investigator from the Public Agency Training Council in December 2013. Additionally, they completed the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute offered by the IABPFF in June 2010. Most recently, they obtained the New and Emerging City Managers Cohort certification from the North Central Texas Council of Governments in May 2023.

While they possess a wealth of certifications and degrees, it is worth noting that specific details regarding the obtained month for the Executive Emergency Management Academy certification and the nameless certification in Five Levels of Leadership are not provided.