Mission Statement

Members of the Department guarantee to the people of San Diego that we will provide dependable service in a responsive fashion, while showing care and compassion for those in need. We will protect lives, property and the environment through fire suppression, rescue, disaster preparedness, fire prevention and community education, medical care and hazardous material mitigation.

The members of this department, working together, will provide a professional and caring environment that is fair, honest, ethical, and that treats all individuals with respect and dignity.

The Department will be a progressive, service oriented organization which provides innovative and effective leadership.

Department members will be supportive and responsive to the needs of city government in a loyal, ethical, and professional manner.

As a national role model within the Fire Service, this department will cooperatively participate at all levels in developing innovative concepts and issues that advance the profession.

Dedicated to Our Citizens, Our Members, and Our Profession.