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Mission Statement Values and Expectations

BEND FIRE AND RESCUE

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Mission Statement

To protect our community through excellence in service

 

Our Credo

  • Honorable in our conduct
  • Loyal to our mission
  • Trusted by our community

Risk Statement

  • We respond to calls for service with the belief that we will have a positive impact on the lives of the community we serve
  • It is expected that we will risk our safety to save the life of a fellow human being
  • With calculated safety precautions, we may risk our safety to protect savable property
  • We will not risk our safety for life or property that is clearly lost

BEND FIRE AND RESCUE
VALUES AND EXPECTATIONS

These attributes make up our core values.  We strive to attain them.

  • Trustworthiness
  • Candor
  • Flexibility
  • Resilience
  • Perseverance
  • Self discipline
  • Responsibility
  • Integrity
  • Loyalty
  • Humility
  • Optimism
  • Altruism
  • Compassion

All personnel are expected to:

  • Communicate effectively
  • Stay informed
  • Strive for excellence
  • Follow applicable policies, procedures, instructions and guidelines
  •  Reflect a positive image for the organization
  • Promote a healthy work environment
  • Promote safety at all times
  • Be an effective team member
  • Protect and care for all equipment and property
  • Master your craft
  • Maintain a high level of physical fitness
  • Be prompt and organized
  • Treat others with respect
  • Assist in problem solving
  • Be pro-active
  • Be decisive, make intelligent decisions
  • Promote organizational well-being
  • Be mentors and trainers
  • Lead by example
  • Be strong leaders
  • Demonstrate calmness under pressure
  • Be an involved member of the community
  • Consider creative and meaningful ideas to improve the way we do business
  • Be forgiving

 

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