Fire Marshal Rocky Guzman began his career with the Midland Fire Department in 2010 as a Fire Cadet and was appointed as a Firefighter in 2011. In 2016, he was promoted to the Fire Marshal’s Office, where he has served as a Fire Investigator and now leads as the Fire Marshal.
Fire Marshal Guzman holds an extensive array of certifications, including TDSHS Licensed Paramedic, Advanced Peace Officer, Firearms Instructor, Master Firefighter, Master Arson Investigator, Master Fire Investigator, Instructor II, Fire Officer II, Wildland Firefighter, Fire Marshal, and Plans Examiner. He earned an Associate's degree in Emergency Medical Services from Midland College in 2013. He later completed a Bachelor’s degree in Fire and Emergency Services Administration from Texas A&M University–San Antonio in 2023.
In his current role, Fire Marshal Guzman oversees a team of six Fire Investigators and a plans examiner. He is responsible for managing fire code enforcement, inspections, and fire investigations. He plays a critical role in developing public safety programs, reviewing building plans to mitigate fire hazards, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Additionally, he contributes to budget planning, capital purchasing decisions, and policy development, while maintaining strong communication with local officials and the community.