Association announces Deputy Director

December 28, 2022

The South Carolina State Firefighters’ Association is thrilled to announce the hiring of Jamie Helms as Deputy Director.

Helms joins the Association staff after volunteering on various committees and most recently serving as 2^nd Vice President. A graduate of Irmo High School, Helms stayed in the area after graduation and joined the Columbia Fire Department in 1988 where he worked as Assistant Chief prior to his departure.

Helms has a strong commitment to leadership and service of others, having served in many leadership capacities. He is a graduate of the Midlands Technical College Advanced Leadership, Brave Fire Leader Academy, and the Association’s Leadership Institute.

“As Jamie begins his duties with the Association, I am happiest most about the exciting possibilities and strengths that he brings to complement our already existing superlative team in Columbia," said Association President Josh Holzheimer.

“I am excited for this opportunity because this position will allow me to work more globally with the fire service of South Carolina and its 17,000 members,” said Helms. “I’m excited to get to continue working for our members.”