Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O’Connor has announced Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire Chief Dr. Darryl Jones is retiring in September.
Mayor O’Connor’s office released the following statement:
“I’d like to thank Darryl Jones for his service and commitment to our country and the City of Pittsburgh throughout his career,” said Mayor O’Connor. “He is a good man who has done important work for our fire department and the safety of our communities.
“When I took office, I promised the people of Pittsburgh that I would thoroughly review all city departments. After a comprehensive review of the oversight of finances and operations of the Fire Bureau, I believe that it’s in the best interest of the city to move forward under new leadership.”
Assistant Chief Mathew Davis will serve as acting chief until a replacement is named.
Jones was been placed on paid administrative leave in early June while an internal review took place.
Jones led the department since September 2007.
Jones’ last day will be September 16.
During the investigation, the city says that Jones was not accused of any wrongdoing and the investigation were operational.
