Robert Olkowski

Robert Olkowski was appointed as assistant superintendent of the Detroit Fire Department’s Emergency Medical Services Division in 2022. In this role, he’s responsible for overseeing the operational aspects of Detroit’s EMS service and works closely with federal, state and local partners to plan for and execute special events in the city. Olkowski began his career at the Detroit Fire Department in 1999 as an EMT and then paramedic (a license he already earned). He rose through the ranks in the EMS Division and was working as a captain in EMS administration prior to his current position. Olkowski graduated from the Staff and Command in Executive Fire Leadership Program and is certified by the Michigan State Police as a Professional Emergency Manager. He also is a licensed EMS instructor-coordinator and teaches EMS licensure classes. Olkowski holds two associate degrees, one in business and one in business administration. He currently serves as the Detroit East Medical Control Authority’s Advisory Chair.