Deputy Fire Chief of Support Services

Deputy Chief Keith Borreson currently serves as the Deputy Chief of Support Services for the Grand Rapids Fire Department (GRFD). With a distinguished career that began in 1998, Borreson brings over 27 years of dedicated service to the department and to the Grand Rapids community.

Appointed as Deputy Chief of Support Services, Borreson oversees a wide range of essential administrative and personnel functions that are foundational to the department’s effectiveness. His portfolio includes leadership of recruitment, hiring, promotions, internal affairs, employee health, leave administration, duty assignments, and retirements. He also directs the department’s information systems and community risk reduction efforts, ensuring both operational readiness and proactive public safety engagement.

Throughout his career, Deputy Chief Borreson has remained committed to serving the community of Grand Rapids through initiatives that strengthen public trust, enhance departmental performance, and support firefighter well-being. His responsibilities are central to cultivating a professional workforce, fostering organizational accountability, and advancing the department’s vision of becoming the safest mid-sized city in the country. With his decades of experience, Borreson continues to shape the culture and capabilities of the GRFD with a focus on innovation, integrity, and community-centered leadership.