Todd Smith Jacksonville

Todd Smith of Jacksonville is a published executive with a long career in public administration, government relations, and community safety. For decades, he has served at the local, state, and national levels, focusing on readiness and programs that safeguard families and neighborhoods. By working closely with elected officials and private-sector leaders, he has helped shape strategies and legislative initiatives aimed at enhancing preparedness and strengthening community resilience.

Todd’s professional journey includes leadership roles such as Emergency Manager, Fire and Rescue Director, Division Chief, Special Security Coordinator, and Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Administrator. In each of these positions, he developed preparedness programs while advancing inclusion within emergency operations. His work has consistently emphasized collaboration, careful planning, and coordinated action across agencies to address both everyday challenges and large-scale emergencies.

Education has been a crucial part of Todd’s professional journey. He holds a Ph.D. in Public Administration with High Academic Distinction, along with a master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), a master’s degree in Public Administration (MPA), a Graduate Executive Certificate in Public Administration, and a bachelor’s degree in Fire Science. These academic achievements provide a strong foundation for his leadership and practical decision-making in public service.

Alongside his education, Todd has earned several professional certifications that highlight his expertise. He holds designations as Chief Fire Officer (CFO), Florida Professional Emergency Manager (FPEM), Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), and Master Exercise Practitioner (MEP). In addition, he has achieved Fire Officer I–IV certifications from both the State of Florida and the Pro-Board, is credentialed in every Incident Command and General Staff role, and is certified to instruct FEMA courses for those positions.

Since beginning his career in 1992, Todd has advanced through the fire and rescue ranks, overseeing specialized training in search and rescue, hazardous materials, airport firefighting, and shipboard firefighting. Todd A Smith of Jacksonville continues to dedicate his career to preparedness and community safety.

Learn more about Todd Smith Jacksonville:

Dr. Todd Smith-Senior Vice President – Advisory Services

Dr. Todd A. Smith’s Presentation on Best Practices and Lessons Learned for Public Safety Specialty Teams Abstract

Dr. Todd Alan Smith-A detailed description of my experience

Dr. Todd A. Smith-Emergency Management Single Points of Failure