Public Safety Services
Phone: 919-856-6020
Fax: 919-856-6209

Mailing Address:
331 S. McDowell Street
Raleigh, NC 27601

Director/Program Manager:
John D. Rukavina

Location:
Public Safety Center
(see department description for additional location information)
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Public Safety Services


The Public Safety Department's Administrative Division directs the development and implementation of policy and programs necessary to conduct the functions of local government, specifically in the area of Public Safety and Criminal Justice. It supervises the development and implementation of programs related to emergency response in Wake County. Also, it provides administrative guidance and support to programs assigned to the Department of Public Safety. Furthermore, it provides leadership to ensure adequate emergency response capability for all of Wake County.

The following divisions comprise the Public Safety Department:

  • City-County Bureau of Identification (CCBI)
  • Emergency Management
  • Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
  • Fire/Rescue Services
  • Firearms Education and Training Center