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Uniontown Fire Department

Department Leadership

Steering Our Success: Our Leadership Team
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Derek Shaffer

Fire Chief
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Jason Walker

Assistant Fire Chief
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Karen Elliott

Administrative Assistant

Robert Gurinowitsch

President - Board of Directors

Operational Lieutenants

Our Operational Lieutenants ensures excellence in every mission. Comprising seasoned fire officers, they manage daily operations and strategic responses with precision. Their expertise in planning and coordination guarantees that our team is always ready, responsive, and remarkably efficient.

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Denise Hostetler

Lieutenant
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Steven Shaffer

Lieutenant
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Alexis Walent

Lieutenant

Administrative Leadership

Our Administrative Leadership team anchors our department with robust support and strategic oversight. These leaders handle crucial behind-the-scenes tasks, from budget management to policy development, ensuring our operations run smoothly and effectively. Their dedication helps sustain our department’s readiness and operational excellence.

Darren Dehaven

Board of Director
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Rion Ropchock

Treasurer- Board of Directors
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Troy Andreff

 Vice President - Board of Directors
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Brandon Earnsberger

Board Director

Edward Cikity

Board Director
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Eric Erb

Board Director

Ernest Bard

Secretary - Board of Directors