Columbia Fire Chief Aubrey D. Jenkins was appointed the 2nd vice president of the SC State Association of Fire Chiefs during the Transfer of Command ceremony at a banquet held on June 14.

Jenkins says, "I deem it as an honor to be the 2nd vice president of this association. I'm grateful for this honor and I will give my all and all to serve our organization the best I can. I'm looking forward to serving my organization to ensure the quality of the fire service reaches its highest potential."

Jenkins previously served as the 3rd vice president during the 2017-18 term.

Jenkins has served as fire chief of the Columbia Fire Department since July 20, 2011. He has held various offices with the Columbia Fire Department for nearly 40 years.