Elliott C. Holmes Chief of the Fire Marshal Office

Chief Holmes currently serves as the Chief of the Fire Marshal Office. He is a 27-year veteran, who began his fire service career with the Jackson Fire Department in 1998. Chief Holmes is a graduate of Provine High School and attended Hinds Community in Raymond, Ms. Chief Holmes has been able to expand his career through varies ranks of the fire department and has served in the following roles: Firefighter II, Relief Driver Operator, Fire Lieutenant, Fire Captain, Deputy Fire Marshal, and Chief of the Fire Marshal Office and Deputy Fire of Emergency Service Division. Throughout his fire service career, Chief Holmes has advanced in expanding his education development, building his knowledge and skill sets through training and leadership courses, where he has received numerous certificates.    

As Chief of the Fire Marshal Office, Chief Holmes coordinated with the City Prosecutor and the Attorney General’s Office in issuing citations and summons for fire code violations, thus holding violators accountable through the Municipal Court system, which he was recognized for his outstanding dedication in ensuring fire policies and regulations are respected for the safety of communities. 

Recently, Chief Holmes assisted the Fire Administration with collaborating with the City of Jackson Finance Department in securing funding to grant all sworn firefighters a thirty percent raise across the board, which was an impressive accomplishment for the department.    

Chief Holmes ascertains that “developing strong relationships is the foundation of everything he does” both professionally and personally. The foundation of building and forming strong relationships is for more improved and safer communities.  

Although, Chief Holmes has a passion for the work he dedicates his time to daily – he also enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, and cheering on his favorite NFL Team, the Tennessee Titans – #TitanUP.