County Manager and Team

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County Manager

Leadership Team

The County Manager is appointed by the Board of Commissioners to administer the daily operations of the government, in collaboration with other elected and appointed officials. He is supported by a team of executives with oversight of operating departments.

Dick Anderson

County Manager

Richard “Dick” Anderson was appointed Fulton County Manager in March, 2015 and serves as the top administrator for Georgia’s largest county. He leads an organization of 4500 professionals with a $1 billion budget serving over 1 million citizens.

Sharon Whitmore

Chief Financial Officer

As CFO, Sharon Whitmore leads all internal shared services functions including Finance, Information Technology, Purchasing and Personnel, and will be responsible for internal departmental satisfaction with shared services and efficient operations.

Alton Adams

Chief Operating Officer Justice, Public Safety and Technology

As Chief Operating Officer Justice, Public Safety and Technology, Alton Adams is responsible for leading Police, 911 Services, Emergency Management, the Medical Examiner's Office, Animal Services, and provide strategic alignment with the Fulton County Justice System.

Pamela Roshell, PH.D

Chief Operating Officer Health, Human Services and Public Works

As the Chief Operating Officer Health, Human Services and Public Works, Dr. Roshell leads the cluster consisting of Arts, Behavioral Health, Community Development, Library, Ryan White, Senior Services, and provides strategic alignment with the Board of Health.