The Emergency Services Division, led by Chief Tracey Vause, provides countywide leadership in emergency response, communications, and public safety coordination. The division is organized into four specialized bureaus, each delivering essential services that keep Walton County safe.

The Emergency Services Division, led by Chief Tracey Vause, provides countywide leadership in emergency response, communications, and public safety coordination. The division is organized into four specialized bureaus, each delivering essential services that keep Walton County safe. The Communications Bureau serves as the county’s 911 and public safety communications hub, processing more than 150,000 emergency and non-emergency calls each year. Communications officers gather critical information, triage calls, dispatch law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services (EMS) resources, and provide lifesaving pre-arrival instructions. The bureau also supports multi-agency coordination during major incidents and severe weather events. Walton County’s communications center is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week, ensuring continuous service to residents and visitors. The Emergency Management & Risk Management Bureau coordinates countywide disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts. Working in conjunction with Walton County Emergency Management, the bureau develops emergency plans, conducts training and exercises, supports Emergency Operations Center activations, and promotes community preparedness through outreach and education initiatives. The risk management bureau helps reduce operational hazards, supports workplace safety, and ensures compliance with state and federal regulations. The Records Division is responsible for maintaining official public safety records, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and compliance with state retention requirements. The Intelligence Division supports criminal intelligence gathering and analysis, helping law enforcement identify trends, strengthen investigations, and improve situational awareness across agencies. Walton Air Rescue provides rapid-response air ambulance services through a partnership with Air Methods. This advanced medical helicopter delivers critical-care transport, supports emergency operations throughout the county, and ensures patients in remote or time-sensitive situations have rapid access to specialized medical care. Walton County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Walton County Sheriff's Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Pursuant to applicable state and federal law, preference and priority shall be given to certain service members and veterans (including spouses and family members of such service members and veterans), and certain service members may be eligible for waiver of post-secondary educational requirements as provided in Chapter 295, Florida Statutes. Copyright © 2026 Walton County Sheriff's Office. All Rights Reserved. Proudly made and managed in America by CYSY.