Mission and Vision

The mission of the Office of Security and Emergency Management is to provide a 24-hour operation to reduce injury or loss of life and property, protect Dallas County citizens from all hazards by providing and coordinating resources, expertise, leadership and advocacy through a comprehensive, risk-based security and emergency management program of prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Office of Security and Emergency Management is comprised of three components: Fire Marshal's Office, Building Security and Emergency Management.

• Emergency Management program for Dallas County stems from Chapter 418 of the Texas Government Code which requires that each county maintain a disaster plan responsible for emergency preparedness and coordination of response to disasters. This statute is the basis for the State/local relationship, which is solidified by inter-jurisdictional agreements with Dallas County and eleven intra-county cities for mutual assistance on day-to-day operations, and during times of disasters.



• The Fire Marshal's office promotes fire and life safety through education, investigations, County building inspections and privately owned properties in the unincorporated areas of Dallas County. This office assist the public by recording and maintaining SARA Title III chemical information files and by providing timely responses to public inquires or emergency responders regarding chemical storage or releases within Dallas County. It also oversees the Dallas County Fire & Rescue (volunteer) Department.



• The Building Security Force is responsible for providing a safe environment to the general public and employees who work and utilize the services of Dallas County. Full time and contract security personnel provide these services.