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Department Leadership

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DeKalb County Fire Rescue is guided by a dedicated leadership team committed to protecting lives, property, and community well-being.

Our leaders provide strategic direction, uphold the highest standards of public safety, and ensure that every firefighter and paramedic is equipped to deliver exceptional service. This section introduces the department’s command staff and highlights the experience, professionalism, and purpose that drive our mission every day.

Chiefs & Deputy Chiefs

DeKalb County Fire Rescue operates under four key divisions, each led by experienced professionals:

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Interim Fire Chief 

Melvin Carter

Training & Professional Services

Phone: 678-406-7731

Overall department operations, budget management, and strategic planning

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Deputy Chief

Scott Sellers 

Fire Operations

Phone: 678-406-7790

Equipment maintenance, logistics, budgeting, and procurement

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Deputy Chief 

Ty Welch

Fiscal & Support Services

Phone: 678-406-7750

Equipment maintenance, logistics, budgeting, and procurement

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Deputy Chief 

Tom Burrell

Planning & Community Risk Reduction

Phone: 678-406-7761

Fire Marshal's Office, public education, investigations, and data analysis

Interim Deputy Chief

W. Smith

EMS Division

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