Fresno Fire Department
With a population of more than 530,000, Fresno is the 34 th -most populous city in the country, and the fifth most populous city in California. Established in 1877, the Fresno Fire Department is one of the oldest departments in the United States, rich in history and tradition. With a 298 sworn personnel, the department enjoys a reputation for being fast moving, hardworking, and dedicated to the education and training of all its members. Today, the department strives to be an innovative and progressive organization that meets the changing demands of the city and the fire district to which the department provides service. It delivers on its promises by living its core values of Teamwork, Trust and Commitment.