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Aging & Independence Services

We provide services, information, and assistance to help older adults and persons living with disabilities stay safe, healthy, engaged, and as independent as possible.

800-339-4661 Call center
800-339-4661 Call center
858-495-5885 Administration

Agriculture, Weights and Measures

We protect human health and the food supply, support the region’s agricultural economy, and ensure an equitable marketplace through education, inspections, and enforcement.

858-694-2739 San Diego Office
858-694-2739 San Diego Office
760-752-4700 North County Office

Animal Services

We take in any animal in need and protect the health, safety, and welfare of animals.

619-236-2341 24/7 Emergency Line
619-236-2341 24/7 Emergency Line
619-767-2675 Shelters

Assessor / Recorder / County Clerk

619-236-3771 Assessor
619-236-3771 Assessor
619-237-0502 Recorder | Clerk

Auditor & Controller

Behavioral Health Services

We provide mental health and substance use disorder services to all ages throughout the region.

988 Crisis line
988 Crisis line
619-563-2700 Main office

Chief Administrative Office

We manage daily operations, implement policies, and coordinate services across County departments.

Child and Family Well-Being

We empower families to have support, connections and resources to be healthy and remain together.

Within California, call toll-free 800-344-6000

Child Support Services

We are San Diego’s one-stop shop for your child support needs and providing resources for families.

Citizens’ Law Enforcement Review Board

We investigate complaints of misconduct by Sheriff’s deputies and Probation officers, and we investigate other activities involving the sworn officers.

Civil Service Commission

Clerk of the Board of Supervisors

We provide services including records for the Board of Supervisors, passports, notary public, and property tax assessment appeals.

Communications Office

County Counsel

County Fire

Provides fire protection and ambulance service to unincorporated communities and oversees the region’s EMS system.

District Attorney

Pursues fair and equal justice by prosecuting those who commit crime, protecting victims and preventing future harm.

Economic Development and Government Affairs

We help local businesses and the arts community flourish, and we represent County interests to other government agencies.

Emergency Services

Coordinates disaster response, alerts agencies, mobilizes resources, and develops emergency plans in San Diego County.

Environmental Health & Quality

We protect the community’s health and safety where you eat, live and even swim through monitoring, inspections, mosquito surveillance and control, and management of hazardous materials.

Equity & Racial Justice

We work to advance the County's commitment to an equitable and inclusive region. 

Ethics, Compliance & Labor Standards

We investigate allegations of improper County government activity and serve as a resource for workers and employers to ensure a fair and safe workplace.

Ethics and Compliance 619-531-5174
Ethics and Compliance 619-531-5174
Ethics and Compliance OEC@sdcounty.ca.gov
Labor Standards 619-531-5129
Labor Standards olse@sdcounty.ca.gov

Evaluation, Performance & Analytics

Finance and General Government Group

General Services

Health & Human Services Agency

We provide a broad range of health and social services to make people's lives healthier, safer and self-sufficient. 

Housing & Community Development Services

We run rental assistance, public housing, and community development funding programs.

Human Resources

We provide a skilled, adaptable, and diverse workforce for County departments so they can deliver superior service to the public.

Land Use & Environment Group

Library

Medical Care Services

We provide services, information, and resources so everyone can access health care.

Medical Examiner

Determines the cause and manner of death for all homicides, suicides, accidents, and certain unexpected natural deaths.

Parks & Recreation

We manage County parks, recreation centers, trails and open space, and offer thousands of events.

Front desk 858-565-3600
Front desk 858-565-3600
Reservations 858-565-3600
Toll-free reservations 877-565-3600

Planning & Development Services

We manage land use in the unincorporated area. This includes guiding housing and economic development, natural resource protection, and safety inspections.

858-694-2960 General information
858-694-2960 General information

Probation

We protect public safety by supporting their clients to restore their lives, families, and communities.

Public Defender

We protect individuals’ rights, liberties and dignity by providing the legal defense representation.

Primary Public Defender 619-338-4700
Primary Public Defender 619-338-4700
Alternate Public Defender 619-446-2900
Multiple Conflicts Office 619-446-2909
Office of Assigned Counsel 619-338-4800

Public Health Services

We prevent disease, promote healthy life choices, and protect against and respond to disasters.

Public Safety Group

We take a community-focused and data-driven approach to addressing crime, fostering a just community, and supporting public safety.

Public Works

We provide road maintenance, traffic safety, airport management, flood protection, private development construction inspection, wastewater systems, stormwater management, recycling and waste diversion.

Purchasing & Contracting

We procure all goods and services for the County and create opportunities for economic growth in the community.

Registrar of Voters

We provide the means for all eligible citizens of San Diego County to exercise their right to actively participate in the democratic process.

Self-Sufficiency Services

We help low-income families and their children meet basic needs.

Sheriff

Emergency 911
Emergency 911
Non-emergency 858-868-3200

Sustainability and Environmental Justice

Championing countywide and community-based efforts for everyone to have healthy and safe places to live, work, and play.

Technology Office

We support a full range of IT services for County employees and residents.

Treasurer-Tax Collector

Tax collection questions 877-829-4732
Tax collection questions 877-829-4732
Pay by phone 855-829-3773

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