STAFF REPORT :::
John Hamilton, a 23-year veteran of Griffin Fire-Rescue, has been promoted to the position of chief.
Hamilton has served in all capacities during his service with Griffin Fire-Rescue, beginning as a firefighter and advancing to rescue tech, EMT, hazardous materials technician, rescue tech lieutenant, captain and since 2001, has served as GF-R’s operations officer.
He earned a bachelor’s degree in fire science management and a master’s degree in public administration from American Military University. He is a Department of Homeland Security certified emergency manager, a divemaster and public safety diver.
Hamilton in 2017 received Georgia Fire Chiefs certification. He is also an NPQ Fire Officer 4 and Fire Instructor 2 with ten years of teaching experience in the post-secondary setting.
He has served on many committees and work groups within the staff and community, including developing the Community Emergency Response Team program for the city of Griffin.
The GRIP 
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