LOUISA, VIRGINIA – At its meeting on August 17, 2020, the Louisa County Board of Supervisors appointed Robert C. Dubé as Chief of the County’s Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS). The County conducted an extensive search which yielded over 30 applicants for the position. Dubé will begin work in early September. 

“The leadership capabilities, qualifications and experience that Robert brings to the position would be desirable in any locality, regardless of size or complexity,” said Duane Adams, Mineral District Supervisor and representative on the department’s Management Oversight Group. “We’re tremendously fortunate to have someone with those qualities and strong ties to our community.” 

Dubé brings over 40 years of public service experience to the position, primarily in fire and emergency management. He most recently served as Fire Chief for the City of Alexandria and as Deputy Director for the Virginia Department of Fire Programs. Dubé also served as the Louisa’s Chief of Fire and EMS from 2008 through 2011, and as County Administrator from 2011 through 2014. During his tenure as Louisa’s Chief, he oversaw the implementation of 24/7 emergency services coverage and critical consolidation efforts within the department, and his leadership was crucially important in the aftermath of the major earthquake which impacted the County. His prior experience also includes service as the Operations Chief for Virginia Task Force One, a multi-functional international search and rescue team. 

“It’s an honor to join a great team and serve this community again,” said Dubé. “I’m humbled and grateful for the opportunity to work together with our Board, career staff, and volunteer personnel to continually improve our services to the citizens of Louisa.” 

A resident of Louisa County, Dubé holds an Associate’s Degree in Fire Science Administration, a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Safety Administration, and a Master’s Degree in Executive Leadership. He began his fire service career in Loudoun County in 1974 as a volunteer and was a member of the Leesburg and Sterling Volunteer Fire Departments.