Stamps promoted to new Vicksburg Fire Chief, Martin as Associate Fire Chief

Derrick Stamps and Harry “Trey” Martin, III have taken on new roles at the Vicksburg Fire Department. Mayor Flaggs announced his intention to recommend Stamps and Martin for the positions on Friday.

On Monday Stamps was promoted as Vicksburg’s new Fire Chief, filling the position of retired Fire Chief Craig Danczyk. Martin, was promoted to the role of Associate Fire Chief

“I’ve looked at their files, I’ve looked at their experience and everything,” said Flaggs. “I think this will be the best pathway to the future.”

Stamps has been with the Vicksburg Fire Department since 2000, and was promoted to Deputy Fire Chief in July 2017.

Vicksburg Fire Chief Derrick Stamps (Photo by Keith Phillips)

When asked how he felt about stepping into the role of Fire Chief, Martin said he felt excited.

“It’s been a long time coming. I just appreciated that the Board gave me the opportunity to be successful.”

Martin said his goal is to make the citizens proud and provide the best service possible.

Martin has been with the Vicksburg Fire Department since January 2003, and was promoted to Deputy Fire Chief in July 2017.

Associate Fire Chief Trey Martin (Photo by Keith Phillips)

Martin mirrored Stamps’ appreciation and excitement to step into his new role.

“I think it’s going to be a good thing. We’re going to continue providing a great service to the citizens of Vicksburg and Warren County,” said Martin.

As Fire Chief, Stamps will plan, direct, and coordinate activities of the fire department, including fire prevention and suppression, emergency medical services, disaster planning, and hazardous material mitigation by performing duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. The fire chief will create and implement budget strategies for the Vicksburg Fire Department.

As Associate Fire Chief, Martin will assist Chief of the Fire Department on a daily basis, or in absence of the Fire Chief, he will plan, direct, and coordinate activities of the fire department, including fire prevention and suppression, emergency medical services, disaster planning, and hazardous material mitigation.

A swearing in ceremony will take place on Tuesday.