Bernie Kanger, MS, CFO

Bernie Kanger, MS, CFO, has extensive work experience in the field of fire service and emergency management. Bernie began their career in 1987 as an Assistant Chief in the United States Air Force, serving in that role until 2008. Following their time in the Air Force, Bernie joined the Omaha Fire Department in 1991, where they held various positions including Firefighter, Fire Apparatus Engineer, Fire Captain, Battalion Chief, and ultimately Fire Chief (Retired) from 2013 to 2016. During their tenure with the Omaha Fire Department, Bernie also served as a Board Member for the Elkhorn Suburban Fire District in 2012-2013.

In addition to their role with the Omaha Fire Department, Bernie also worked as an Instructor in the Fire Service & Emergency Management Program at the University of Nebraska at Omaha from 2007 until 2017. Bernie currently holds the position of Fire Chief at the Omaha Airport Authority since 2016.

Overall, Bernie Kanger's work experience highlights their expertise in fire service and emergency management, coupled with their leadership experience in various roles throughout their career.

Bernie Kanger, MS, CFO, holds a Master of Science (MS) degree in Executive Fire Service Leadership from Grand Canyon University, which was earned from 2006 to 2008. Prior to this, Bernie received a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Fire Service Management from Western Illinois University, completing the program in 2002. Bernie also has an Associate of Science (AS) degree in Fire Protection Technology from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, obtained between 1988 and 2001.

Additionally, Bernie has obtained several certifications. These include Incident Safety Officer from The Pro Board in October 2010, Fire Officer IV from The Pro Board in August 2008, Planning Team Manager from FEMA in November 2007, Structural Collapse Technician from FEMA in September 2004, Fire Inspector I from the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress in October 2003, Hazardous Materials Technician from the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress in May 2003, Fire Instructor III from The Pro Board in June 2001, Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate from Creighton University in March 1997, Airport Firefighter from The Pro Board in March 1994, and Chief Fire Officer from the Center for Public Safety Excellence in October 2014.

There is no information provided about the specific month and year Bernie's education at the Creighton Prep high school took place, nor is there information regarding any degree or field of study obtained during that time.