Assistant Chief Dan George has been with the department since 1991 and has been in the fire service since 1979.  His duties include apparatus, communication equipment, dispatch, tax reporting and grant reporting.  He is also certified as a Division Group Supervisor and participates on a federal incident management team, which responds to major incidents throughout the United States.  Email:  dgeorge@sonic.net

Battalion Chief Adam Schipper has been with the department since 1986.  He joined as a Fire Explorer, became a Volunteer, an Engineer, and was later promoted to Captain, then Battalion Chief.  His duties include Engineer training, equipment on apparatus such as medical gear and breathing apparatus, uniforms and safety gear, and new volunteer recruiting.  Email:  schipper@sonic.net

Battalion Chief Darrin DeCarli joined the department in 2008.  He comes with many years experience within the local fire community including seven years as a captain/fire inspector for the Sonoma County Department of Emergencies Services and fourteen years as a captain for the San Antonio Volunteer Fire Department.  Chief DeCarli has expertise in fire prevention, hazardous materials regulation and response, strike team leader, and fire investigations.  Email: ddecarli@sonic.net

Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper Ruth Newman has been with the department since 1986.  She is intimately involved in the daily operations of the district and it's through her dedication and organizational skills that "things happen."  She is available at the Hessel Station during normal business hours or by email at ruthnew@sonic.net.