Mayor Jim Brainard announced last week that David Haboush is the new Carmel Fire Dept. Chief. This comes after the resignation of chief Matt Hoffman.
In a release from the city, Hoffman’s resignation was cited as being for personal reasons.
Haboush, 48, is a 24-year-veteran of the department and a Carmel resident who began his career with the Carmel Fire Department in 1992.
“I am excited to have David as our next fire chief. Throughout his 24 years in the department, he has served in many capacities providing fire safety for our city, including as a firefighter, sergeant, lieutenant, captain, interim Battalion chief and for seven years was an Assistant Chief of Administration and Finance,” Brainard stated. “His perseverance, dedication and leadership, along with his passion for fire safety and institutional knowledge in working with city officials and other city departments make him the best choice for this role.
Brainard also stated that at the same time he is sad to see Matt Hoffman leave his role as fire chief.
“[He held this position] with dignity and professionalism for the past two years and two months. Under his watch, our fire department received Accredited Agency Status from the Commission on Fire Accreditation International, which was no small feat,” Brainard stated. “The Carmel Fire Department is one of only three fire departments in Indiana to be accredited. It was a very arduous process that touched all aspects of fire safety services and we are grateful to Matt for all of his hard work in helping achieve that status.”
Hoffman was appointed chief in November 2012 and took over the retiring Keith Smith on Jan. 1, 2013.
As of press time, Haboush could not be reached for comment.
