The Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District has set forth the following Mission Statement, Vision Statement, Core Values and Organizational Behaviors:

Mission Statement: It is the mission of the Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District to make our community a safe place by providing "All Risk" emergency and premier customer service.

Vision Statement: The Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District is dedicated to providing fire and life safety with Pride, Excellence And Professionalism.

Core Values: The Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District has established as its core values the following: Integrity, Empathy , Service, Excellence, Create A Positive Work Environment, Unity Of Purpose, Loyalty, Responsibility, Respect

Organizational Behaviors: The following behaviors were identified as ways for the District's employees to demonstrate and act on their values. The list is not meant to be all-inclusive, but rather descriptive of the types of behaviors that would demonstrate each value.

In practicing integrity, we strive to be honest, reliable, respectful, ethical, fair and authentic. We will serve in a manner consistent with community values and follow through on our commitments.

In practicing empathy, we will be sensitive to the needs of others by being compassionate, thoughtful, open-minded, willing to understand, and by being good listeners.

In practicing service, we understand our roles as representatives of the District. We will endeavor to practice humility, to make things better for others, and to treat others as we want to be treated.

In practicing excellence, we will strive to do our best by demonstrating competence and a commitment to quality. We will be innovative, thorough, efficient and effective in our work.

In creating a positive work environment, we will express our appreciation for, and recognize, others. We will follow a work ethic, take pride of ownership in our work, be courteous, encourage creative thinking, seek and be open to challenges, create esprit de corps, maintain a safe work environment, and act with enthusiasm.

In creating unity of purpose, we will practice cooperation and teamwork. We will practice open communication by keeping others informed, considering the needs of others, and at times deferring to the needs of others.

In practicing loyalty, we will respect the individual and the position. We will support each other, abide by decisions, and strive to always present a positive image of the District.

In practicing responsibility, we will be accountable in our work, take initiative, make appropriate decisions, and act decisively. We will acknowledge our errors and correct them.

In practicing respect, we will show consideration and appreciation to ourselves and to others.