Jim Schiller

Battalion Chief (ret.) Jim Schiller brings 30 years of fire service to the JGA team.  Jim offers a unique depth of experience and a passion for helping public sector executives and organizations succeed in a dynamic and challenging environment, especially when faced with leadership, political, or personnel challenges.

Chief Schiller has an extensive background in emergency scene management and mitigation. He has been a key contributor in planning, coordinating, and executing Command-and-Control during emergency incidents.  Jim has also held multiple positions in program creation and management, including the implementation of a process for Fire Department members to obtain Fire Incident Management Team positions.  Jim’s specific experience and qualifications include:

• Paramedic/EMS Coordinator
• Certified California State Fire Marshal Instructor
• Certified California State Fire Marshal Company Officer
• Certified California State Fire Marshal Chief Officer
• Hazardous Materials Specialist Team Member/ Leader
• Wildland Fire Program manager
• US Army Veteran, Sergeant/E-5, 91B Combat Medic (1/6 Inf, 6/31 Mech Inf)
• French Commando School, asymmetrical warfare