City Manager Tim Morales has appointed Brandon Hausbeck as Fire Chief of the Saginaw Fire Department. Brandon has served the Saginaw Fire Department for 14 years and was Acting Fire Chief of the Saginaw Fire Department since September 2023.
Chief Hausbeck began his career with the City as a Firefighter in August 2009. Brandon was promoted to Lieutenant in June 2016. In August 2018, he was appointed the Department Training/Safety Officer. Brandon serves as the Saginaw County Coordination Team Leader and the Department Grant Coordinator. He has also assisted Human Resources in recruitment and has organized the fire employment proctoring for the past few years since he was appointed Fire Training/Safety Officer.
As Acting Fire Chief, Brandon was responsible for the overall operation of the Fire Department. His responsibilities included the development and administration of the Fire Department’s budget, management of the department’s grant program, and oversight of all fire operations, fire apparatus, fire prevention, and fire training activities. He has completed several safety and fire education training programs to enhance his skills with the Fire Department, and is certified as a Fire Officer 3, Fire Instructor 2, a Certified Fire Inspector, and a live Fire Instructor.
Brandon attended Delta College where he received his Associates of Applied Science degree in Fire Science and received a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Management from Northwood University. Brandon currently serves as an adjunct faculty member at Delta College assisting with the Fire Science program.
After serving in the department for nearly 15 years, Brandon is humbled and honored to step into the role of Fire Chief. “I feel very fortunate to have this opportunity. I know how committed this team is to our community, and I am excited to lead them into the future.”
Throughout his Fire Department career, Hausbeck has received numerous commendations, including the 2014 Firefighter of the Year, the 100 Club of Saginaw County Silver Chalice Award, 4 Unit Citations, and 2 Meritorious Service Commendations
Chief Hausbeck, who has lived in the Saginaw area for over 30 years, commented on serving in the City of Saginaw. “I grew up in this City. My passion for Saginaw is strong and I want to provide the citizens of Saginaw with a fire department they are proud of. We are here to serve.”
“The city has already greatly benefited from Brandon’s commitment to the fire service in Saginaw,” said City Manager Tim Morales. “His enthusiasm for improvements to safety and additional resources has made him an excellent candidate for the position. We know he will excel, and we look forward to what he will continue to bring to the city.”
For additional information, please contact Tim Morales, City Manager, at 989 759-1401.
