Santa Barbara County Fire Department
Erik Bielitzer has an extensive career in fire and emergency services, beginning at Santa Barbara County Fire Department in 1989 as a hotshot wildland firefighter and advancing to Flight Paramedic and Engineer/Inspector/Paramedic since September 2001. Prior experience includes roles as a Firefighter with Lompoc City Fire Department and Fort Mojave Mesa Fire Department, where Erik progressed from a reserve firefighter to engineer paramedic, as well as lifeguard positions at Harrah's Laughlin Casino & Hotel and City of Bullhead City. Educational qualifications include an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Fire Science from Allan Hancock College and an Associate of Science in Emergency Medical Technology/Technician from Mohave Community College.
Santa Barbara County Fire Department
The Santa Barbara County Fire Department serves and safeguards the community from the impacts of fires, medical emergencies, environmental emergencies, and natural disasters through leadership, planning, education, prevention, code enforcement, and all-hazard emergency response. Since 1926, the Santa Barbara County Fire Department has supported the County of Santa Barbara through 16 stations and approximately 300 personnel. Mission Statement The Santa Barbara County Fire Department serves and safeguards the community from the impacts of fires, medical emergencies, environmental emergencies, and natural disasters through leadership, planning, education, prevention, code enforcement, and all-hazard emergency response. Vision Statement The Santa Barbara County Fire Department will be a model public safety agency, widely recognized for our effectiveness, regional strength, and community attentiveness. Please visit our website at www.sbcfire.com for more information!