Lubbock Fire Rescue Director of Emergency Management Retires

The City of Lubbock and Lubbock Fire Rescue have announced the retirement of Director of Emergency Management Jay Parchman effective April 30th, 2020.

Jay's career in public service has spanned 46 years, with the past 8 years serving as Director of Emergency Management with the City of Lubbock.

During his tenure with the City, he worked with local and state agencies to coordinate countless emergency preparedness exercises, planned events and state and federal declared emergencies.

Deputy Director of Emergency Management Joe Moudy will serve as interim Director until a new Director is named.