Clay County Board of County Commissioners
Becky Smith has a strong work experience in the field of firefighting and emergency response. Becky started their career as a Firefighter/Paramedic at Clay County Fire/Rescue in 1996 and worked there until 2007. During this time, they gained experience and expertise in emergency medical services and firefighting. In 2007, they joined the Clay County Board of County Commissioners as a Fire Captain and served in that role until 2017. As a Fire Captain, they were responsible for leading and managing a battalion, ensuring staffing requirements were met, and providing assistance in the County's Emergency Operations Center. From 2017 onwards, they took on the role of Acting Battalion Chief at the Clay County Board of County Commissioners, where they continued to oversee the daily operations of a battalion and provide support in emergency situations. In September 2018, Becky became a permanent Battalion Chief at the same organization, demonstrating their expertise and leadership capabilities in the field.
Becky Smith's education history begins in 1989 when they attended St. Johns River State College and earned an Associate's Degree in E.M.S. Management. Becky then went on to Florida State College at Jacksonville from 1993 to 1995, where they studied Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services. During the same period, they also pursued Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) at the same institution.
Becky completed their education at St. Johns River State College in 2000, where they attained an Associate of Science (AS) degree in Emergency Medical Services.
Clay County Board of County Commissioners
Situated in Northeast Florida, Clay County lies southwest of the City of Jacksonville and west of historic St. Augustine. Clay County’s entire eastern border is nestled along the banks of the scenic St. Johns River and miles of undeveloped woodlands dot our interior. Those of us who live within the six hundred miles that comprise Clay County know first hand of the county’s natural beauty and vast natural, historic, recreational and agricultural resources. Founded almost one hundred and fifty years ago, our county has developed into a diverse mixture of suburban and rural areas and is a vivid panorama of productive, modern living; superior schools; a well-trained, skilled workforce; bustling retail centers and economic vitality. Clay County is a haven for those who love nature and the outdoors and is the home of some of the region’s best golf courses, public parks and walking & bicycling trails. Add the enjoyment of boating, fishing, canoeing or kayaking on our forty-six square miles of lakes and rivers and you can see why we feel Clay County is a pretty special place! Whether you’re among the 192,370 people who call our County home, a visitor or a site consultant for an expanding corporation, our goal is to enhance your awareness of Clay County’s resources, services and programs by accessing information online through our website. I encourage you to use this site as your starting point. Thank you for visiting Clay County Government’s website, and we hope you utilize the site to meet your needs and learn more about our vibrant County.