LIBERTY TOWNSHIP — The Liberty Township Board of Trustees and Fire Chief Ethan Klussman have announced the promotion of Battalion Chief Jason Knollman to assistant fire chief with the Liberty Township Fire Department. Knollman will officially assume the position following the retirement of current Assistant Chief Dave Greve at the end of July. A 26-year veteran of the department, Knollman has served in leadership roles since being promoted to lieutenant in 2011. During that time, he worked as the department’s training officer, conducted evaluations, and mentored personnel. He was promoted to battalion chief in 2018, overseeing operations for the department’s three fire stations, including engine, tower, rescue, and medic units serving the growing Liberty Township community. Department officials credited Knollman with helping oversee an operating and capital budget of more than $11 million, assisting with apparatus purchasing, participating in labor-management activities, and helping rebuild the department’s training program. Knollman also serves in several regional emergency response leadership roles, including Rescue Squad Officer with Ohio Task Force One, Team Commander for the Butler County Technical Rescue Team, and Team Commander for the Butler County Regional Haz-Mat Team. “I am committed to supporting the LTFD’s anticipated growth and evolving service demands,” Knollman said in a statement. “I look forward to playing an active role in ensuring the LTFD remains prepared, well-resourced, and aligned for the future.” Fire Chief Ethan Klussman praised Knollman’s leadership and experience. “I have no doubt in my mind that Assistant Chief Knollman will serve the Liberty Township community with excellence,” Klussman said. Knollman earned an associate degree in fire science from Columbia Southern University and is currently enrolled in the Center for Local Government Leadership program. A public pinning ceremony is scheduled for June 16 at 6 p.m. during the Liberty Township Board of Trustees meeting at the township administration building.
