Departments F-O

Fire and Rescue
The all-hazards mission of the department is the safeguarding of life and property of the citizens and visitors of Stafford County through proactive application of community risk reduction services, responsive fire, rescue and emergency medical services, and the operational support of the fire and rescue system and emergency preparedness plans of the county, the Commonwealth of Virginia and those of the United States of America.

Finance
The Finance and Budget Department is responsible for safeguarding the resources of Stafford County taxpayers by establishing, maintaining and enforcing sound fiscal policies for the County, promptly disbursing funds and accounting for the County’s financial resources. It oversees the County’s debt issuances and assures that such transactions are financially and legally sound.

Human Resources
Human Resources provides services that support and develop our employees in their service to the citizens of Stafford County and customers. This includes the administration and operation of the County's total compensation system including employee health, compensation and benefit programs, recruitment and selection, training and development.

Human Services
Our mission is to provide a link for and between human service agencies within the community in providing services to identified children and families within Stafford that is collaborative, child centered and family focused.

Information Technology
Information Technology provides hardware and software information systems, GIS and other technologies that enable County departments to accomplish their respective missions and to provide department personnel with information relative to their operations, support strategic planning, promote effective resource management, enhance customer service, and promote internal and external communications.

Legislative Affairs
This office informs the Board of Supervisors and the County Administrator of the impact of legislation before the Congress and the Virginia General Assembly.

Landfill (Trash and Recycling)
Find information on trash disposal, recycling opportunities, and renewable energy generation.

Mapping and Geographic Information
The Geographic Information System (GIS) Office supports the county government with geographic analysis, survey control, maps, aerial photography and data. The information is used to provide improved decision making and information to support county government operations and planning.