FDNY promotes EMS officers

January 6, 2025

The FDNY held a promotion ceremony for EMS members on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025, at St. John's University in Queens.

In total, 43 members of the Department's emergency medical services were promoted.

"Being promoted at the FDNY is the culmination of a lot of hard work and experience," FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker said. "It is grit, dedication and plenty of long hours on days and nights. It means leadership, taking people under your wing and establishing the standards of excellence that make this department thrive. Each of you being promoted today are doing just that—you are leaders, the mentors and the experts we depend on to make the tough calls, to administer the best care, and to be there when New Yorkers need you."

Chief of Department John Esposito said: "Your hard work, determination and dedication to service have brought you to this moment. You have earned this, and this promotion comes with the opportunity to inspire, to lead and to mentor the next generations of this department. You are now role models, and your actions will set the standard for others to follow."

Chief of EMS Operations Michael Fields added: "Today, we celebrate the promotees' accomplishments and look forward to witnessing their continued success in leading the way toward a safer and healthier future for us all. ... This promotion signifies a bright future ahead for our organization."

The ceremony included EMS members being promoted to the rank of deputy assistant chief, division chief, deputy chief, captain and sergeant. The newly promoted officers will be assigned to units throughout New York City.