City of Reading Fire Department Divisions

Administration: The Fire Chief has the overall management responsibility of the Department, with functions of various duties delegated in part to Deputy Chiefs, who are non-bargaining unit management employees. This management team, along with the Administrative Officer, provides administrative control of the Department and manages the activities of planning, controlling, operating and staffing to achieve the primary goal of the protection of life and property.

Fire Suppression: Provides fire protection, hazardous materials mitigation and rescue services 24-hours a day, responding to most areas of the City within four minutes, 80% of the time.

Special Services is responsible for fire prevention/code enforcement, training of career and volunteer personnel, and underwater rescue and recovery (Scuba Team).

Emergency Medical Services provides advanced life support and basic life support medical services for all residents and visitors in the City.