Administration is responsible for the overall management of the Parish Government. The Department oversees the day-to-day operations of all departments and divisions, with the exception of the Departments of Communication and Finance, and coordinates the activities of the various departments to ensure that they are working together effectively to achieve the goals and objectives of the Parish Government.

Administration is also responsible for the development and implementation of policies and procedures that govern the operations of the Parish Government. The Department works closely with the Parish President and the Parish Council to ensure that the needs of the community are being met.

Departments under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer

• Coastal Restoration
• Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
• Houma Fire
• Houma Police
• Housing and Human Services
• Human Resources and Risk Management
• Juvenile Services
• Planning and Zoning
• Public Works
• Quality of Life
• Solid Waste and Vegetation
• Utilities