IAFC Company Officer Section Mentoring
Empowering the Next Generation of Fire Service Leaders
The IAFC Company Officer Section Mentoring Program is designed to strengthen leadership across the fire service by connecting current and aspiring company officers with experienced mentors who have walked the path before them. Whether you are preparing for promotion, stepping into a new leadership role, or looking to enhance your command presence, this program provides the guidance, support, and professional network you need to excel.
Why Mentoring Matters
Company officers are the backbone of the fire service responsible for supervision, operations, safety, community engagement, and culture. Strong leadership doesn’t happen by accident. It’s built through experience, training, and trusted relationships.
Our mentoring program provides:
- Personalized one-on-one guidance from seasoned officers
- Career development support tailored to your goals
- Leadership skill-building aligned with IAFC standards and best practices
- A confidential space to discuss challenges, decisions, and growth
- A national professional network of company-level leaders
Whether you’re newly promoted or preparing for future leadership, this program meets you where you are and helps you reach where you want to go.
How the Program Works
The IAFC Company Officer Section Mentoring Program is flexible and accessible, designed for busy fire service professionals.
- Review the mentor list to find your best match
- Contact your selected mentor
- Develop a strong mentoring relationship
- Grow and advance as a leader
View Available mentors
Who Should Apply
This mentoring program is ideal for:
- Newly promoted company officers
- Acting officers or those preparing for promotion
- Firefighters seeking leadership development
- Officers looking to expand their knowledge, confidence, and command capability
Program Benefits
- Leadership readiness and confidence
- Improved communication and crew management skills
- Guidance for navigating station culture and operational challenges
- Expanded professional connections across the fire service
- A supportive relationship with someone invested in your success
Become a Mentor
Experienced fire service leaders are invited to give back by mentoring the next generation. Share your knowledge, expand your influence, and help build a stronger future for the profession.
Join Us
Leadership is a journey—one no officer should have to travel alone.
Connect with a mentor. Build your leadership foundation. Strengthen your impact.
Start your IAFC Company Officer Section Mentoring Program journey today.
If you have any questions, please contact: Lieutenant Ryan Meigel, Rmeigel@westminsterco.gov