Jim Pillen, Governor of Nebraska | Jim Pillen Governor
Jim Pillen, Governor of Nebraska | Jim Pillen Governor
Doug Hohbein has been named Nebraska’s new state fire marshal, according to an announcement from Governor Jim Pillen. Hohbein had been serving as interim fire marshal since March following the resignation of Scott Cordes and has worked with the agency since 1985. His appointment is effective immediately.
Governor Pillen said, “Doug has served impressively while in the interim role and he is committed to ensuring public safety when it comes to issues like fire prevention, inspection, investigation, education, training, enforcement of codes and more. I appreciate his willingness to continue serving the state in this permanent position.”
Before stepping into the interim role, Hohbein was assistant fire marshal. He holds a degree in fire protection technology from Southeast Community College.
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