Hoffman Estates hires former Des Plaines chief to lead fire department Alan Wax has been hired as Hoffman Estates new fire chief.
Updated 6/28/2021 6:11 PM
Alan Wax, who served a decade as Des Plaines fire chief before retiring, has been hired to fill the same role in Hoffman Estates, village officials announced Monday.
Wax was selected after a national search to replace former Chief Patrick Fortunato, who retired in November. Wax s first day will be Tuesday, July 6.
Chief Wax s extensive experience and relationships in the fire service will ensure that the Hoffman Estates Fire Department continues to deliver exceptional service to the community, Mayor William McLeod said in Monday s announcement.