City Departments

The City of Ridgeland MS’s day-to-day business is organized within several departments of service to the citizens and businesses of Ridgeland.  Each department has a department head that oversees the duties of its staff.  Department heads report to the Mayor and the Board of Aldermen. 


Mayor’s Office

601.856.7113

Mayor Gene F. McGee

Gene F. McGee

Mayor, City of Ridgeland


Finance and Administration

601.856.7113

Paula Tierce
City Clerk/Human Resources Director

Paula Tierce

City Clerk/Human Resources Director

The Department of Finance and Administration is responsible for all accounting, purchasing, information systems, debt management, utility billing, investments, and administrative functions of the city.


Fire Department

601.856.7004

Matt Bailey
Fire Chief

Matt Bailey

Fire Chief

The mission of the Ridgeland Fire Department is the protection of the life and property of the citizens, visitors, and workforce of Ridgeland from the adverse effects of fires, medical emergencies, and natural and man-made disasters.


Human Resources

601.856.7113

Paula Tierce
Human Resources Department Director

Paula Tierce

Department Director

The Human Resources Office is responsible for various personnel activities associated with recruitment, placement, personnel changes, personnel records, answering inquiries, pre-employment processing, employee recognition, and the administration and coordination of employee benefits. The Human Resources Department is also responsible for the administration and coordination of the Title VI, ADA, and LED programs. The Human Resources Director serves as the FHA Compliance Officer (FHCO) receiving complaints of alleged discrimination in housing, zoning, and/or land use.


Police Department

601.856.2121

Brian Myers
Police Chief

Brian Myers

Police Chief

The Ridgeland Police Department exists to serve the community and to partner with the community in providing public safety services that enhance the quality of life.


Public Works

601.853.2027

Alan Hart
Public Works Department Director

Alan Hart

Department Director

The City of Ridgeland Public Works Department maintains streets, water and sanitary sewers, storm drains and ditches, water tanks, and water wells. The department is also charged with monthly water meter readings, city vehicle maintenance, and the operation of a cemetery. The Community Development Division seeks to enhance the quality of life through its four different divisions.


Recreation and Parks

601.853.2011

John Sidney North
Recreation and Parks Department Director

John Sidney North

Department Director

Ridgeland Recreation and Parks Department, through a coordinated effort, seeks to enrich the quality of life for the citizens of Ridgeland by offering safe and accessible facilities and a diverse program of activities.