Integrity · Service · Commitment
Serving the people of Ross County since 1798
Road patrol, the Ross County Jail, civil process, court security and community programs, all from 28 North Paint Street in Chillicothe.
How can we help?
Common requests
The things people come to our website for most, in one place. If it’s an emergency, call 911.
Careers at the Sheriff’s Office
Join the Ross County Sheriff’s Office
We’re building a pool of qualified applicants for Road Patrol and Corrections. Full benefits, OPERS retirement and 12 paid holidays a year.
A message from the Sheriff
“As your Sheriff, I will ensure that my deputies will treat you with respect, honesty, and truthfulness.”
George W. Lavender, Jr.
Ross County Sheriff
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Contact us
28 North Paint Street, Chillicothe, OH 45601
Office hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.