Jason Tharp

Jason Tharp holds multiple degrees in fire and emergency services, including a Bachelor of Applied Science in Fire and Emergency Services Administration from Texas A&M University-San Antonio and a Bachelor of Emergency Management Administration from West Texas A&M University. Tharp currently serves as Battalion Chief of Community Risk Reduction and Public Information Officer at Harris County ESD 48 Fire Department since July 2018, while also holding the position of District Chief at Eastex Fire Department - Harris County ESD No. 10 since July 2010. Tharp's career in firefighting began at West I-10 Fire and EMS, where a position as a firefighter was held from July 2006 to August 2015. Educational background includes an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Fire Science/Fire-fighting from Lone Star College-CyFair. Tharp is also a certified Fire Service Executive Officer (FSCEO) and Certified Fire Executive (CFE).