Eriks Gabliks was previously the superintendent of the National Fire Academy (NFA). He was named to this position in November 2020. As superintendent, Mr. Gabliks provides leadership for the NFA, which focuses on enhancing the ability of fire and emergency services and allied professionals to deal more effectively with fire and other emergencies. Mr. Gabliks began his career as a volunteer firefighter in Adelphia, New Jersey in 1982 and later joined the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training.