The Saint John Fire Department has named a new deputy chief.
Josh Hennessy has been named deputy chief of emergency management, compliance and administration.
He will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, governance, compliance oversight and administrative direction for the fire department and Saint John EMO.
A release from the city described Hennessy’s leadership as grounded in a community-focused approach and a dedication to serving the people of Saint John.
Hennessy has been serving as a platoon chief since 2017.
He assumes his new role Sept. 21.
