The Administration Department is located on the first floor of City Hall, 425 North El Dorado Street, and is responsible for the day-to-day administration of personnel activities and regulations of the Stockton Fire Department. Other responsibilities include budget preparation and control, purchasing, personnel management, employee health and safety, record keeping, information and press releases, facilities management, contract services, and office and clerical management.

The Administration Department is managed by Fire Chief Ron Hittle. Other sworn personnel include three Deputy Chiefs assigned to personnel and budget management, an Administrative Captain assigned as the Assistant Director of Emergency Services, an Administrative Captain assigned to internal affairs and public information, and an Administrative Captain assigned to arson investigation. The arson investigator reports to Deputy Chief/Fire Marshal Dave Hafey, who is in charge of the Fire Prevention Division.

There are four civilian positions that provide support, which includes an Executive Assistant, a Supervising Office Assistant, an Office Specialist, a Secretary and a contract employee. All these staff members play a vital role in supporting the daily functions of the Stockton Fire Department.

The office is open Monday through Friday during business hours 8:00 am to 12 noon and 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, (closed holidays), where citizens may request copies of fire reports and register for CPR classes.

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