Led by Chief of Administration Megan Rathel, the Administration Division provides the essential internal services that keep the Walton County Sheriff’s Office operating efficiently, transparently, and in full support of its public‑safety mission. The division oversees Human Resources, Professional Standards, Information Technology, Fleet, Purchasing, and Facilities Maintenance.

Led by Chief of Administration Megan Rathel, the Administration Division provides the essential internal services that keep the Walton County Sheriff’s Office operating efficiently, transparently, and in full support of its public‑safety mission. The division oversees Human Resources, Professional Standards, Information Technology, Fleet, Purchasing, and Facilities Maintenance. Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and personnel support. HR ensures the agency attracts and retains qualified professionals while fostering a positive and compliant workplace environment. The professional standards division oversees the agency’s commitment to integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. This section includes: Training: Coordinates mandatory and advanced training programs to ensure deputies, firefighters, and EMS staff maintain the highest level of readiness and professionalism. Internal Affairs: Conducts impartial investigations into complaints and allegations to uphold public trust and agency ethics. Accreditation: Manages compliance with state and national standards, ensuring the Sheriff’s Office meets rigorous operational benchmarks. The IT division provides technical support, cybersecurity, network management, and systems administration. IT ensures that critical agency technologies operate securely and reliably. Fleet management maintains and services the agency’s vehicles, ensuring agency members have safe, dependable transportation. Fleet oversees repairs, preventive maintenance, vehicle outfitting, and lifecycle replacement planning. The purchasing division handles procurement of equipment, supplies, and services. Purchasing ensures responsible stewardship of public funds through competitive bidding, vendor management, and compliance with procurement regulations. The facilities maintenance division manages upkeep, repairs, and improvements for all Sheriff’s Office buildings and grounds. This team ensures facilities remain safe, functional, and supportive of operational needs. 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.