Chief’s Office
Chief of Department
Justin M. Valeo
Chief Valeo comes from a family of volunteer firefighters and has dedicated his life to service as a career first responder. He joined the Department in 2004, served as Captain of Chemical Engine Company No.1 for 8 consecutive years 2012-2019, Rescue Squad Officer for 8 years 2008-2015, was awarded Fireman of the Year in 2011 and a Nassau County Gold Medal of Valor for pulling an unconscious person out of a burning residence.
First Assistant Chief
Carlos Cardenas
Chief Cardenas has been a volunteer firefighter for 19+ years, served as Captain of Hook & Ladder Company No.1 in 2014-15, and elected to Assistant Chief in 2022.
Second Assistant Chief
Robert M. Sujeski
Chief R.M. Sujeski, a second-generation volunteer firefighter, brings over 25 years of experience to the Department. He served as Captain of Hook & Ladder Company No. 1 in 2004 and later as Captain of Pacific Engine & Hose Co. No.1 from 2020 to 2023. In 2024, he was elected as Assistant Chief.
Third Assistant Chief
Philip Grella III
Chief Grella III is an active police officer in the City of Glen Cove, from a family dedicated to service in the armed forces and first responders. Chief Grella III was elected to Assistant Chief in 2026.
Phil.grella3@glencoveny.gov