WOODWAY, Texas — Woodway Public Safety is hiring first responders who can double as both police officers and firefighters.
Back in May, 25 News introduced you to the new chief Khalil El-Halabi and told you about his incredible life story that took him from growing up in a war zone to immigrating to America and being inspired by 9/11 to protect and serve.
The chief oversees a team of 30 public safety officers.
"They devote their life to this," Chief El-Halabi told 25 News. "I'll get a text message at 1 a.m. in relation to a case and it will be like a eureka moment. By the time I get there, they've already solved the case."
According to the department, the starting salary is from $64,000 to $78,000 a year.
Recruits will be sent to the police and fire acadamies.
Woodway offers pay for education and certification.
You can watch our in-depth interview with the chief where we get to know the man behind the badge and the childhood that shaped his future.
