The Department of Public Safety consists of seven distinct Divisions providing services from 11 office locations throughout the County: 911 Program Services, Animal Care and Control, Consumer Affairs, Emergency Management, Finance and Administration, Justice Services, and Victim Services.
These Divisions are responsible for providing critical services such as the deployment and maintenance of technical infrastructure for 911 call and text routing; administration and enforcement of ordinances and laws for consumer protection, animals and the public; minimizing the impact of disasters by coordinating information and resources through education, planning, and response; managing financial and administrative needs; professional support to the citizens and the justice system through a variety of programs; and advocacy and therapy services to victims of violent crime. All Divisions provide outreach and education services specific to their area of expertise.