Meet District Leadership and Join the Team of Lone Jack Fire Protection District
The crews at Lone Jack Fire Protection District include 44 firefighters who all hold either EMT or paramedic certifications. Chief Jason Pool leads the District, and Brian Hershberger is the Fire Marshal.
Fire Chief Jason Pool
Jason Pool was appointed Fire Chief in 2024 after the retirement of the previous Fire Chief, David Kelsey. As Chief, Pool is focused on creating a culture of communication, respect, teamwork, health, safety, and fitness for fire and EMS personnel. In addition, he sees many opportunities to deploy technology to reduce community and first responder risk within emergency services.
Chief Pool started in emergency services in 1996 and became a licensed Paramedic in 2002. He has been a Lone Jack Fire Protection District member since 2001 and has worked in multiple capacities. Pool has held leadership positions in operations, administrative service, education, and training throughout his emergency services career.
Pool holds numerous certifications in the field of Emergency Management as well as Health and Safety. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Emergency Management and served as adjunct faculty at the University of Missouri, Kansas City School of Medicine. Pool is involved in multiple regional and state committees.
Fire Marshal Brian Hershberger
The financial, operational and personnel decisions of the District leadership are subject to the approval of a Board of Directors. Every fire district includes Board oversight to ensure transparency, fairness, and accountability. The Lone Jack Fire Protection District’s Board includes 3 members,
Meet The Board of Directors
The members of the Board of Directors are elected to three-year terms. The Board includes a Board President and several Directors. Residents of the Lone Jack Fire Protection District elect Directors. The Board meets monthly and all meetings are open to the public. Meeting minutes are published to the Lone Jack Fire Protection District website in accordance with Missouri’s Sunshine Law.
Firefighter Careers with Lone Jack
Explore a career as a firefighter and join the Lone Jack Fire Protection District. Our team seeks honest, dependable applicants who understand that first responders dedicate themselves to the community they serve.
Mandatory qualifications for all firefighter positions include:
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Missouri Firefighter I
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Missouri EMT License
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Missouri Driver's License
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High School Diploma
