Jerry Winkler - Director
Winkler has more than three decades of experience as a first responder in emergency preparedness, disaster planning, grant writing, and budgeting. He is a State of Ohio certified Firefighter II, a Paramedic, and a Fire and Emergency Services Instructor II.
Winkler attended Ohio University, the University of Akron, and Waldorf University in Forest City, Iowa. In 2015, he completed the Executive Fire Officer Program, a Master’s Degree-level course of study, at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, Maryland.
During his career, Winkler has developed cross-disciplined relationships with local and state EMAs, law enforcement, emergency medical services, and has served on a state-wide Emergency Response Planning Committee.
In addition to being a proven leader in public service, Winker is an accomplished writer, small business owner, realtor, and real estate investor.
He joined Wayne County EMA in February, 2025
Thomas Brennan - EM Specialist
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