Departments

Escambia County is comprised of eleven departments:

Community Affairs. The Community Affairs Department is comprised of a variety of community-based projects that enhance the quality of life for our citizens.

Community & Environment. The Community & Environment Department provides a diverse array of vital programs to the community. Service and assistance epitomize our mission to the citizens of Escambia County.

Corrections. The Corrections Department is comprised of three divisions: Community Corrections, Environmental Enforcement and Animal Control, and the Road Camp. 

Development Services. The Development Services Department provides professional building, mapping, planning and zoning services to the citizens of Escambia County in accordance with the Florida Building Code and the County’s Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code to maintain quality and sustainable growth within Escambia County.

Human Resources. The Human Resources Department is responsible for employment, benefits, employee relations, management, policy, administration, and training for Escambia County employees.

Information Technology. The Information Technology Department provides an efficient and well coodinated computing environment through integrated systems, local area networks and personal computer systems.

Management and Budget Services. The Management & Budget Department is responsible for the primary internal and administrative functions of Escambia County government. 

Parks & Recreation. The Parks and Recreation Department maintains athletic fields and parks, developed and undeveloped neighborhood parks, beach access parks, boat launch areas, the Equestrian Center, Lake Stone camping facility and joint use agreements with elementary schools for use and maintenance of playground facilities.

Public Safety. The department that never sleeps - Public Safety is responsible for keeping citizens safe from emergencies and both man-made and natural disasters.

Public Works. The Public Works Department is charged with the conservation and preservation of Escambia County’s infrastructure, including Engineering, Fleet Maintenance, Facilities Management, Road Department, Transportation & Traffic and Environmental Water Quality.

Solid Waste Management. The Solid Waste Management Department provides solid waste disposal and recycling services and educational programs.