Albuquerque Fire Rescue Promotes 17 Members

Today, the City of Albuquerque, Mayor Tim Keller, and Fire Chief Emily Jaramillo hosted a ceremony to celebrate the promotion of 17 members of Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR). This ceremony recognized promotions at ranks of Driver, Captain, Battalion Chief and Deputy Chief. These promotions exemplify the dedication of AFR’s members to the community and the department.

The new badges and bugles are a visual symbol of rank, but what isn’t seen is the countless hours of training and studying that go into the certification and promotional process. This promotion and badge pinning ceremony honors that process and commitment to service.

The department depends on every rank for its success, but its progress is driven by those that provide solutions to the challenges that come with rank. Today, Albuquerque and the department celebrates those that have risen to the challenge.

• 1 Driver
• 10 Captains
• 3 Battalion Chiefs
• 2 Deputy Chiefs

“AFR continues to be one of the finest, all hazards fire departments in the nation”, said Mayor Tim Keller. “These firefighters have stepped up for our families, and we’re stepping up for them and this department by hiring cadet classes, building new stations, getting better equipment and improved training facilities. Today’s ceremony and promotions embody all of these efforts.”

“17 promotions across the ranks are a testament to the progress of the department,” said Fire Chief Emily Jaramillo. “These ceremonies are a reminder to stop and celebrate the good things and honor the work that the men and women of AFR do on a daily basis. Congratulations to all that promoted, those entering leadership roles and the executive chiefs that are joining my staff. Thank you for your devotion to AFR and commitment to Albuquerque.”