Shawn Dunstan Selected to Serve as Fairfax City Fire Chief
Published on November 10, 2026
Fairfax City Council, during its Nov. 10 meeting, concurred with the selection of Shawn Dunstan as the new chief of the city's Fire Department. Dunstan, 45, has served as acting fire chief since July, following the retirement of former Fire Chief John O’Neal. A 33-year veteran of the fire service, Dunstan has held operational and leadership positions throughout his 24-year career with the city.