County Departments Directory
Adult Probation
Franklin County’s Adult Probation/Parole Department monitors criminal offenders living and working in the community. Probation/parole officers aid offenders in their rehabilitation into the community and ensure the safety and protection of both victims and residents.
See Adult ProbationCourthouse Annex
T: 717-264-6613
Archives & Records Management
Franklin County’s Archives & Records Management preserves county memories in accordance with the guidelines and rules set forth by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania’s Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Court, county laws, rules and regulations,…
See Archives & Records ManagementArea Agency on Aging
The Franklin County Area Agency on Aging provides a planned program of supported services to those 60 years of age and older, intended to optimize independence, promote consumer choice and enhance quality of life. In accordance with the Older Americans…
See Area Agency on AgingChild and Adolescent Service System Program
Population Served The Child and Adolescent Service System Program (CASSP) serves children and adolescents ages infant-18 with serious emotional disorders or mental illness who are receiving services from two or more child-serving agencies including schools in the Franklin and Fulton…
See Child and Adolescent Service System ProgramHuman Services Building
T: 717-709-2307
Children and Youth Services
The Franklin County Children and Youth Service is the local public child welfare agency responsible for assuring the safety and well being of dependent and abused children from birth to age 18.
See Children and Youth ServicesHuman Services Building
Collect calls only accepted during normal business hours:
T: 717-263-1900
After Hours & Emergency Only: 717-263-1611
Clerk of Courts
The Clerk of Courts is the official record keeper for all matters relating to the criminal division of the Court of Common Pleas. All documents pertinent to a criminal court case must be filed with the Clerk of Courts.
See Clerk of CourtsCommissioners’ Office
The Franklin County Commissioners oversee core functions of county government such as fiscal operations, human resources, taxes, voting, emergency services, planning and information technology, all while representing the best interests of Franklin County citizens.
See Commissioners’ OfficeCommunications
The Office of Communications oversees communications for the commissioners’ office, provides communications support for all county departments and works diligently to keep all audiences – including Franklin County residents – informed, educated and engaged.
See CommunicationsCommunity Connections
Community Connections provides supportive services for those who are returning to the community from correctional facilities as well as those who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or seeking housing stability services.
See Community ConnectionsCommunity Connections
T: 717-261-3811
Controller
As the county’s elected chief fiscal officer, the controller supervises fiscal affairs, including all of the accounts and official acts relating to elected officials, other county employees and organizations that collect, receive, hold or disburse public monies of the county.
See ControllerCoroner
The Franklin County Coroner’s Office investigates sudden unexpected deaths and deaths as required by law.
See CoronerFranklin County Coroner’s Office
Courts
The Courts of Common Pleas are the trial courts of Pennsylvania where major civil and criminal cases are heard. Judges also decide cases involving adoption, divorce, child custody, abuse, juvenile delinquency, estates, guardianships, charitable organizations and other matters.
See CourtsFranklin County Judicial Center
T: 717-261-3848
Criminal Justice Advisory Board
The Criminal Justice Advisory Board (CJAB) addresses the immediate and future needs of the county’s criminal justice system by researching, planning and recommending solutions that integrate and prioritize the best approaches to criminal justice policies and program planning.
See Criminal Justice Advisory BoardDistrict Attorney
As the county’s chief law enforcement officer, the district attorney is dedicated to obtaining justice and works to protect and serve the citizens of Franklin County, preserving their quality of life by fostering an environment of safety and security.
See District AttorneyCourthouse Annex
T: 717-261-3827
Divorce Hearing Office
The Divorce Hearing Office conducts hearings on economic matters in divorce cases as directed by the Court of Common Pleas.
See Divorce Hearing OfficeDivorce Hearing Annex
Domestic Relations
Franklin County’s domestic relations department is responsible for all matters involving the support of spouses and/or children.
See Domestic RelationsDrug and Alcohol Program
Franklin/Fulton Drug and Alcohol oversees and/or carries out the administration, implementation and completion of drug and alcohol services within Franklin and Fulton counties, including prevention, intervention, treatment, recovery and case management.
See Drug and Alcohol ProgramDrug Task Force
The drug task force, through the combined efforts of local, state and federal agencies, will actively pursue those groups or individuals who manufacture, distribute or sell illegal drugs within Franklin County. The Franklin County Drug Task Force functions as an…
See Drug Task ForceEarly Interventions (EI)
The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development & Early Learning joins with counties and families in providing this program to children ages birth to 3 years old who have, or who are at risk of having, a disability or developmental delay.…
See Early Interventions (EI)Elections & Voter Registration
The Franklin County Board of Elections is charged with the oversight and regulation of all elections, complying with state and federal laws. The voter registration office is responsible for keeping voter records current and accurate as well as registering voters…
See Elections & Voter RegistrationAdministration Building
T: 717-261-3886
Emergency Services
The Franklin County Department of Emergency Services is responsible for providing all aspects of a comprehensive emergency management program in Franklin County as well as all aspects of call receipt and call processing for all fire, emergency medical service and…
See Emergency ServicesEmergency Services Building
T: 717-264-2813
Fair Housing
Franklin County is committed to furthering fair housing choice for all persons. Fair housing refers to unimpeded and equal access to residential housing—in other words, housing choice. According to the federal Fair Housing Act, it is illegal to discriminate on…
See Fair HousingFiscal
The fiscal department provides comprehensive fiscal services to all functions of county government and is the primary financial office of Franklin County.
See FiscalGeographic Information Systems (GIS)
Franklin County’s GIS department manages the county’s geospatial capabilities and tools, i.e. interactive reference mapping and map-based analysis, and all data, applications, services and architecture that support them.
See Geographic Information Systems (GIS)Grants Management
The Franklin County Grants Management department is available to help county agencies and eligible non-profit organizations research, screen, develop, edit, apply for and manage a successful grant.
See Grants ManagementHealthy Franklin County
Human Resources
The Franklin County Human Resources Department provides assistance to county residents and employees in securing, maintaining and developing employment with Franklin County Government and provides overall administration of the benefits program and payroll processing for county employees.
See Human ResourcesHuman Services Administration
Franklin County’s Human Services Administration provides guidance and leadership for all human services organizations within the county.
See Human Services AdministrationHuman Services Building
T: 717-261-3862
Human Services Block Grant
Act 80 of 2012 established a Human Services Block Grant Pilot Program for the purpose of allocating funds to select county governments to provide locally identified, county-based human services to meet the service needs of county residents.
See Human Services Block GrantHuman Services Building
T: 717-261-3862
Human Services Resources
Franklin County Human Services Resources and LINK Access Services are available to anyone seeking information regarding available human services in Franklin County. Human Services Resources and LINK Access is a resource intended for public use. Individuals who are uncertain of…
See Human Services Resources