Battalion Chief

Rodney Bland

Rodney Bland was appointed to the rank of Battalion Chief by the Pattonville Fire Protection District Board of Directors effective January 1, 2021. As a Battalion Chief, Chief Bland is in charge of one of the District’s three platoons of emergency personnel, and serves as the coordinator and commander of all activities and incident responses that occur while that given platoon of employees is on duty.  He also oversees the management and maintenance of the District’s cache of portable tools and lifesaving equipment.

Battalion Chief Bland began his career in the fire service in 2002 with the University City Fire Department.  He became employed by the Pattonville Fire Protection District on August 17, 2006. Prior to be promoted to his current position, Battalion Chief Bland served in the the ranks of Paramedic/Firefighter, Acting Engineer, and Captain.

Battalion Chief Bland proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from 1997-2002 and earned the rank of Sergeant.  He was a USMC Recruit Drill Instructor and served in combat during Operation Southern Watch in Iraq.  After his service to our country, Battalion Chief Bland pursued his desire to enter into the field of public service.  

When asked what he enjoys most about working at  the Pattonville Fire Protection District, Battalion Chief Bland replied, “I really enjoy the outstanding relationship that we have with our citizens.  I truly enjoy being a part of this community.”  

When not at work Rodney spends time coaching and mentoring young men from underprivileged areas. He also enjoys spending time with friends and family.