Chief Nijmeh is currently assigned as the Division Chief of Emergency Medical Services. This includes oversight of the Alameda Fire Department's EMS Division and the Alameda C.A.R.E. Team.
Khader Nijmeh is a fire service professional with nearly two decades of experience serving communities throughout California. He began his career with the Salinas Fire Department (2005–2009), continued with the San Jose Fire Department (2009–2010), and has served with the Alameda Fire Department since 2010. Chief Nijmeh was promoted to his current Division Chief rank in March 2024.
A licensed Paramedic since 2006, Chief Nijmeh holds Firefighter I and II certifications and is pursuing his Chief Officer Certification. Throughout his career, he has played a key role in developing and implementing Alameda Fire Department’s first Tac Med program and Rescue Task Force (RTF) program, and has served as a fire investigator, academy instructor, rescue boat operator, acting apparatus operator, RS1 instructor, shift trainer, and Records Management System (RMS) program manager.
In addition to operational leadership, Chief Nijmeh is deeply committed to firefighter wellness, education, and advocacy. He has served as a CISM/Peer Support member, IAFF Peer Fitness Trainer, Union Vice President, and Union Trustee. Residing in San Jose, he enjoys spending time outdoors with his family and remains passionate about advancing EMS education and fostering thoughtful dialogue within the fire service.
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