Sheriff Rodney Smith

Athens County Sheriff prioritizes local assistance, removal of illegal drugs

Rodney attended the Peace Officer Training Academy at Hocking College. He lives in Coolville, Ohio with his wife and son. 

Rodney previously worked as the lieutenant of operations for the Athens County Sheriff's Office. He also previously worked as a sergeant and deputy sheriff. 

Rodney Smith currently serves as county sheriff in Athens County and was first elected in 2014. 

Wants to prioritize the removal of illegal drugs

- Wants to prioritize the removal of illegal drugs

Public Safety

As of August 22, 2024, Rodney Smith did not have a website or any information online.

Jail Management

Said “We have just as big an obligation to protect the innocent as to go after a guilty person...It’s not always about arresting people, it’s about making a situation better.”

- Said “We have just as big an obligation to protect the innocent as to go after a guilty person...It’s not always about arresting people, it’s about making a situation better.”

Criminal Justice

Rodney Smith

Rodney attended Peace Officer Training Academy at Hocking college. He lives in Coolville, Ohio with his wife and son. 

Rodney previously worked as the Lieutenant of Operations for the Athens County Sheriff's Office. He also previously worked as Sergeant and Deputy Sheriff, respectively, in this Office. 

Rodney Smith currently serves as County Sheriff in Athens County and was first elected in 2014. 

- The County Sheriff has complete police jurisdiction over all municipalities, and provides full police protection to the unincorporated areas of the county.
- The County Sheriff is responsible for enforcing the laws of Ohio and the United States. 
- County Sheriffs are responsible for operating and maintaining the county jail. 
- The County Sheriff aids the Common Pleas Court with security during trials, issues warrants, and serves court orders. 
- County Sheriffs are elected to 4 year terms. 

The chief law enforcement officer in the county.