Harrison County

Harrison County is an administrative division in Mississippi governed by a Board of Supervisors that makes policy decisions for the region. A County Administrator manages daily operations, coordinates departments, and handles staffing and facilities across the county's jurisdiction.

The county's governance structure evolved to include a professional administrator position responsible for implementing the Board's decisions and managing operations. This development reflected the growing need for efficient administration as the jurisdiction expanded over time.

The County Administrator coordinates with multiple departments to maintain services while responding to resident inquiries about local operations.

The County Administrator prepares annual budgets and oversees maintenance of buildings and grounds throughout the administrative area. Residents or visitors seeking information about local services can contact the relevant departments for assistance and guidance.

The administrative structure deliberately excludes the Sheriff's Department from direct county oversight, as it remains an independently elected position. The coordination with the Harrison County Beautification Commission demonstrates how local government extends beyond typical administrative functions.

Location: Mississippi

Inception: 1841

Capital city: Biloxi

Shares border with: Stone County, Jackson County, Hancock County, Pearl River County

Website: https://harrisoncountyms.gov

GPS coordinates: 30.42000,-89.09000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:29