Fire/EMS, Jackson Hole

The mission of Jackson Hole Fire/EMS is the protection of life and property from the adverse effects of fires, medical emergencies and exposures to man-made and/or natural dangerous conditions.

All members, resources and activities are dedicated to providing excellence in fire suppression, emergency medical care, hazard abatement, committed training, aggressive code enforcement and effective public education.

VISION STATEMENT
Jackson Hole Fire/EMS will be a highly effective, community focused organization with a skilled, enthusiastic, and empowered workforce. We will continually foster a spirit of professionalism, volunteerism and pride within our members and will earn the support of our citizens by providing the highest level of emergency services to Teton County.

VALUES STATEMENT
We value:
Honesty - We will be truthful in all we say, do and write.
Integrity - We will be ethical, fair and respectful with all people.
Leadership - We will expect leaders to listen to the membership, be advocates and be responsive and in turn will respect the decisions of leaders and give thoughtful feedback.
Each Other - We will protect and nurture each other.
Family We will support and care for our families and support each other in this endeavor.
Change - We will embrace it and utilize it to improve services to the community and membership.
Opportunity - We will create it, capitalize on it and use it to achieve our goals.

Partnerships - We will collaborate with others to provide the highest level of service possible.

Teamwork - We will work and communicate with each other to be efficient and effective.

Community - We will always remember we serve the citizens and visitors to our community.

Mission - We will be mission driven in all things we do.

Agency Services

Jackson Hole Fire/EMS
Jackson Hole Fire/EMS is a full service emergency response organization which manages the fire protection and emergency medical services system for the Town of Jackson and Teton County, Wyoming. The department operates in the areas of general administration, fire prevention, code enforcement, public education, electrical safety, training, and emergency response to fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous incidents. This combination department was organized through a 2004 Joint Powers Agreement between the Town of Jackson and Teton County.

Funding Sources
Funding is provided on a 50/50 basis from the Town and County, as well as from agreements with St. John's Medical Center. The Town of Jackson enjoys an Insurance Services Office (ISO) classification of Class 3 within the Town limits. Teton County is classified as an ISO Class 4 within five miles of stations 2, 6 and 7. The balance of the county is rated at ISO Class 10.

The Fire Department is funded through the tax base within Teton County and the Town of Jackson. Money to operate the department is generated through several tax areas, but a significant portion through the Special Fire Fund. Overall costs for apparatus purchases and facility construction and expansion are typically offset by grant acquisition through the Wyoming State Board of Lands and Investments.

Announcements

Fireworks are illegal in Teton County

Fireworks Jackson Hole Fire/EMS reminds you that fireworks are illegal every day of the year in Teton County. Setting off fireworks in Teton County may result in fines and jeopardizes the safety of your family and neighbors. Even though the area has received above average moisture this spring, the resulting fuel load from grasses and fine fuels has created a tinder box for this summer. Please enjoy the fireworks displays provided by the Jaycees and remember to practice fire safety. For more information contact the Fire Prevention Bureau at (307) 733- 4732.