From the Village of Oak Park:
January 9, 2015 – Peter Pilafas was officially promoted to Deputy Chief of the Oak Park Fire Department during a ceremony held on January 5 at Village Hall, located at 123 Madison Street. The event marked a significant milestone in Pilafas’ long and dedicated career with the department.
In his new role as Deputy Chief, Pilafas will be responsible for managing daily operations, including overseeing personnel, budgeting, and policy development. As the second-in-command, he will also take charge during major emergencies, ensuring smooth coordination and leadership within the department.
Before this promotion, Pilafas served as a company officer, managing an engine company and coordinating critical training programs such as firefighter education, CPR certification, and child safety seat inspections. In 2014, one of his key objectives was the implementation of a new computer-aided dispatch system in collaboration with the West Suburban Consolidated Dispatch Center, aimed at improving response times and operational efficiency.
Oak Park Fire Department Deputy Chief Peter Pilafas. Oak Park photo
Pilafas has spent nearly two decades in the firefighting profession, with the past 15 years dedicated to serving the Oak Park community. He holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Governor’s State University and another in Business Administration from Benedictine University, reflecting his commitment to both leadership and professional growth.
This promotion comes as part of a broader leadership restructuring within the fire department. Other notable promotions include Donald Michael Bush being named Battalion Chief, and Gregory Badger and Jacob Gloodt advancing to the rank of Lieutenant. These changes are expected to bring four new firefighter/paramedics on board by the end of January, strengthening the department's capacity to serve the community.
Thanks, Dan
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