Administration

Chief Ben Stephens

Ben joined the West Jackson Fire Department in 2002 after moving to the area from Atlanta that same year. He started out as a volunteer firefighter to serve the community and meet people. Ben was hired full time as an FAO/EMT in 2005, and was promoted to Captain that same year. Ben was appointed Fire Chief by the Fire Board in 2007. Ben is a veteran of the United State Marine Corps and continues serving as a member of the Albert Gordon American Legion Post in Jefferson, GA. Ben enjoys History, visiting lighthouses and working on old Studebakers.

Chief Stephens is a Fire Instructor, NPQ Evaluator, and teaches Honor Guard for the Georgia Fire Academy.

Chief Stephens’ Personal Awards:

Medal for Bravery – 2006

Civic Recognition Medal – 2007

Longevity Medal (3rd Award) – 2017

Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal – 2015, 2016, 2017

Lisa Farnham

Administrative Assistant