Administration - Major Wallace Kitchings

It is the responsibility of the Administration Division to perform the many tasks that keep the daily routines of the Sheriff’s Office functioning efficiently and effectively. The Administration Division has several departments within the Division that are necessary in order to maintain a fluent and seamless operational work flow within the organization. These departments are Finance, Grants, Human Resources, and Computer Systems Administration.

As with any organization reporting is a major function, and the Sheriff’s Office is no different. The Sheriff’s Office produces reports and papers associated with each department within the Division. Payroll must be handled every two weeks, accounts must be balanced and monies tracked. Human Resources keeps track of qualifications of new applicants and training requirements of current appointees. The Grants Coordinator compiles data for grant application submission and renewal. The Computer Systems Administrator maintains the computers for the agency and assists in evaluation of new technology, along with maintaining the agency website.


Mission Statement Finance Division:

We are committed to be good stewards of public funds, protecting balance and diversity, while ensuring cost effective public safety.


Mission Statement Human Resources:

Serving as a strategic part of the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, the mission of the Human Resources Division is to provide quality human resource services to attract, develop, motivate and retain a diverse workforce within a supportive work environment.