Santa Barbara County Fire Department Employee Directory
Public SafetyCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
The Santa Barbara County Fire Department provides emergency response and public safety services across Santa Barbara County, addressing fires, medical emergencies, environmental incidents, and natural disasters. It pursues its mission through governance, planning, public education, prevention measures, safety code enforcement, and broad-based emergency operations. The department operates from 16 fire stations and maintains a sizeable workforce to serve the community across the county. Based in Santa Barbara, California, and founded in 1926, the organization serves residents, businesses, and visitors within the county. It functions within the public safety sector and is recognized for its regional strength and responsiveness to community needs. In 2024, the department adopted the Genasys EVAC emergency alert system to enhance its incident notification and evacuation capabilities.