Steven A. Locke
Fire Chief, South Burlington Fire Department (Vt.)
Steven Locke is the Fire Chief for the City of South Burlington, Vermont, a career department with 43 full time personnel operating out of two stations. The South Burlington Fire Department provides fire, paramedic level transports, technical rescue and hazardous material response capabilities to a city of 20,000 residents. The Department has a robust fire prevention division committed to ensuring the safety of all public buildings and rental housing. Previously Chief Locke served almost seven years for the City of Burlington Fire Department as well as 23 years with the town of Hartford, Vermont, Fire Department. He rose through the ranks of the Hartford Fire Department and was appointed Fire Chief in 2008.
Locke became a Chief Fire Officer (CFO) designee through the Center for Public Safety Excellence in 2009. Additionally, he serves as a team leader for agencies seeking accreditation through the Commission on Fire Accreditation International.
Locke has an associate's degree in fire science, a bachelor's degree in fire administration and a master's degree in fire service leadership. He completed the National Fire Academy's Executive Fire Officer program in 2007.
Professionally, Chief Locke has served on the Board of Directors for the International Association of Fire Chiefs since 2016. This includes three years as the Director representing New England and five years as the Treasurer. Chief Locke has also served as President of the Vermont Career Fire Chiefs’ Association and of the New England Division of the International Association of Fire Chiefs.
Chief Locke is married to Suzan Locke, and has two adult children.