Administration Division

Administration Division provides the services necessary to take care of PFRES employees and facilities. They provide the support necessary for the other divisions to operate efficiently.  Administration Division functions include personnel administration, payroll, logistics, information technology and emergency management.

Manager of Fire Plans and Analysis Administration Division Head Sunshine M. Torrey
	Mrs. Torrey began her service with PFRES in June of 2010. A native of Prentice Park, Mrs. Torrey brings extensive experience in logistics, contracting, acquisitions and research analysis, as well as child/adult education. Mrs. Torrey is responsible for analysis of fire department operations and management, strategic planning and grant facilitation. Mrs. Torrey holds a Bachelor's Degree (Public Administration) from Norfolk State University, A Master's Degree (Criminal Justice with a concentration in Administration) from Saint Leo University, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate (Public Administration) from Walden University.
Administrative Battalion Chief Battalion Chief Earl Fly
	Battalion Chief Fly has served PFRES since 1972 in multiple suppression companies, and district battalion assignments. He is responsible for various personnel and administrative duties, apparatus acquisition and manages all PFRES facilities.
Deputy Coordinator for Emergency Management Battalion Chief William Campbell
	Battalion Chief Campbell entered service with PFRES in 1986. He served in various engine company and district battalion assignments prior to his current assignment. Battalion Chief Campbell is responsible for disaster planning and response for the City of Portsmouth and oversees operation of the Emergency Operations Center during natural and man-made emergencies. Battalion Chief Campbell received an Associate's Degree (Fire Science) from Tidewater Community College, a Bachelor's Degree (Organizational Resource Management and Leadership) from Bluefield College, and a Master's of Science Degree (Executive Fire Service Leadership) from Grand Canyon University.
Logistics Officer Lieutenant Michael White
	Lieutenant White joined PFRES in 1995, serving in various suppression companies. He is responsible for acquisition and management of logistical supplies for the department and assists with budgeting and apparatus acquisition. Lieutenant White holds a Bachelor's Degree (Business) from Virginia Polytechnic Institute.
Information Technology Officer Master Firefighter Richard Long
	Master Firefighter Long began service with PFRES in 1994. Prior to his current assignment, he worked in various suppression assignments. Firefighter Long purchases and maintains all information technology hardware and software used by the department. He acts as liaison with numerous local and state agencies coordinating information transfer of department activities required by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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