Chief Schledorn-Rudden has been with Byers Fire since 2017 and joined Strasburg Fire in 2023, serving as the EMS Division Chief for both departments. This collaborative role strengthens the strong relationship between the two departments. Chief Schledorn-Rudden is a Paramedic, Firefighter II, DOU, Hazmat Technician, State of Colorado Division of Fire Proctor, Instructor I, Live Fire Instructor (1403), and holds certifications in ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800.

With extensive experience in both rural and urban EMS, Chief Schledorn-Rudden has worked at Denver Health and in the State of Montana. She also has a wealth of experience in education and peer support. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and her dog, Maiden.