Administration Branch

A Deputy Fire Chief leads the Administration Branch. The Branch is responsible for the Administration Division, Support Services Division, Fire Prevention Division, and Training and Special Operations Division. 

Administration

The Administration Division supports the Department’s internal operations and long-term planning. Led by an Administrative Manager and supported by a Sr. Management Analyst and Administrative Analyst, the division oversees financial and budget management, contracts and grants, policy development, strategic planning, accreditation, and organizational process improvement.

Support Services

The Support Services Division, led by an Assistant Chief, ensures the Department has the people, equipment, and resources needed to respond to emergencies every day of the year. The division oversees Fleet Maintenance, Logistics, and Staffing. Logistics personnel order and maintain equipment and supplies; Staffing ensures all 9-1-1 resources are covered 24/7; and Fleet Maintenance keeps emergency vehicles in service and ready to respond.

Fire Prevention

The Fire Prevention Division, led by an Assistant Chief/Fire Marshal, protects the communities of Elk Grove and Galt through programs focused on fire, life, property, occupational, and environmental safety. The division also manages the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), which trains volunteers to assist fire and law enforcement personnel during major emergencies and disasters.

Training and Special Operations

The Training and Special Operations Division, led by an Assistant Chief, provides training and professional development for all Fire Department personnel. Daily training ensures operational readiness, while specialized instruction prepares members for high-risk, low-frequency incidents. The division includes three rotational Captains who coordinate and deliver programs to keep personnel prepared for every type of emergency.