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Congratulations Chief Jennifer Smith

Message from New Hanover County Fire-Rescue:


New Hanover County Fire Rescue (NHCFR) is proud to announce the promotion of Battalion Chief Jennifer Smith to the position of Deputy Chief, effective October 29, 2024. Chief Smith will be filling the role left vacant by the recent retirement of Deputy Chief Frank Meyer.


Chief Smith’s promotion is a testament to her extensive contributions to NHCFR over her remarkable career. She joined the department in 1998 as one of its first two female part-time firefighters and quickly rose through the ranks, becoming the first female full-time firefighter, lieutenant, captain, Battalion Chief and now Deputy Chief. In her leadership roles, she has been instrumental in managing NHCFR’s accreditation process, overseeing hiring and promotions, handling budget operations, and playing a key role in strategic planning.


Reflecting on her promotion, NHCFR Chief Donnie Hall stated, “Jennifer Smith has demonstrated extraordinary leadership, dedication, and vision throughout her career. She has consistently pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in our department, and her promotion to Deputy Chief is well deserved. I am confident that she will continue to inspire and lead with the same excellence that has defined her journey so far.”


Chief Smith’s promotion builds upon the legacy of Deputy Chief Frank Meyer, whose three decades of service left an indelible mark on the department. Chief Smith’s strategic mindset, coupled with her logistical expertise, promises to bring a fresh perspective to the role while maintaining the high standards of the department. Her promotion underscores NHCFR’s ongoing commitment to recognizing talent and fostering leadership from within its ranks.


Please join us in congratulating Chief Jennifer Smith on this significant and well-deserved promotion.





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