Chief Harrigan was appointed as Chief of the Roseville Fire Department in December of 2024. Harrigan had served as Assistant Fire Chief for the department since 2023 and has over 23 years of emergency response and leadership experience. He began his fire service career at the age of 21 as a firefighter paramedic in his hometown with the Folsom Fire Department. In 2005, he joined the Roseville Fire Department as a Firefighter Paramedic and has moved through the ranks.
Chief Harrigan holds an associate degree in fire technology and a bachelor’s degree in fire administration. He is a licensed paramedic, technical rescue specialist, hazardous materials specialist, and certified Chief Officer.