Leading the department's 28 staff members comprised of 6 career, 5 part-time relief, 7 volunteer, and 10 reserve personnel is the responsibility of Fire Chief David Stiles, Assistant Chief Marc Beoshanz, and Battalion Chief Patrick Fish. This leadership team also directs all training operations and maintains the single fire station and its 8 fire apparatus.

Thanks to community support for the July 19, 2023 Fire Protection & Emergency Services Ballot Measure, the West Plainfield Fire Protection District has expanded our ranks. We have added three full-time personnel, guaranteeing a daily minimum response team of two Firefighter/EMTs operating on a 48/96 schedule. Supported by highly qualified part-time operators and firefighters, our team stands ready…