The Rumsey Rancheria uses a 48 x 96 hour staffing plan, often called the 2 x 4 schedule. Three shifts of a minimum of seven personnel work 48 hours on, with the following 96 hours off.

This staffing plan was implemented to support the long commutes that many of our employees experience while reducing the number of trips per day on Highway 16.

Each shift is staffed with a Battalion Chief, two Captains, two Engineer/Paramedics and four Firefighter/Paramedics. The Battalion Chief oversees the day-to-day operation of their assigned shift. A Captain, an Engineer/Paramedic and two Firefighter/Paramedic are assigned to each of the two companies.

The department is led by Fire Chief Mike Chandler, Assistant Chief Kent Wickstrom, supported by a civilian Administrative Assistant and a Business Analyst. Maintenance and repair of all fire apparatus and equipment is provided by the department Master Mechanic.