Since then, he has held roles of increasing responsibility including Battalion Chief, Division Chief and most recently, Deputy Fire Chief. Keith joined San Manuel as the Training and Education Coordinator and was responsible for training employees of San Manuel and other organizations in fire, hazardous materials and public safety.

“His leadership and expertise have led to exponential growth and development of the Tribe’s emergency services capabilities.” 'Keith has been instrumental in building a world-class fire and emergency services team serving San Manuel Nation and the surrounding community,' said Michael Smith, Vice President of Emergency Services for San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. Instrumental in developing the San Manuel Fire Department into a vital, 80-person fire and emergency medical services (EMS) team well respected throughout Indian Country and beyond, Keith will be responsible for all day-to-day leadership and operations of the fire and EMS teams. Keith’s 21 years of service to San Manuel began in 2001 when he joined the Tribe’s newly developed Emergency Services team.

(October 26, 2022) - The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians today announced that Keith Alexander is the newly appointed Chief for the San Manuel Fire Department effective October 31, 2022.