there is no hero without her.

photo: Brenda Bazán / San Antonio Report

Valerie Frausto
San Antonio’s first female Fire Chief

SAFD has a mission to inspire women from the time they are young girls through the time they are eligible to gain a position within our department. By mentoring women in our community and helping them achieve their goals, SAFD will develop individual talents to create a stronger community.

"The SAFD embraces all people that have a strong desire to serve, value teamwork, cooperation, and respect."

Find Your Strength.
Create Your Future.
We’ll Show You The Way.

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