Rhonda Michelle Adams

Rhonda Michelle Adams is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in law enforcement and public safety, currently serving as the Deputy Director of the Department of Public Safety for the City of Las Vegas since January 1999. In this strategic leadership role, Rhonda oversees various divisions including the Deputy Marshal, Animal Control, Communication Control Center, and Law Enforcement Support, managing a team of 14 supervisors and a total of 145 full-time employees. Previous roles include Lieutenant, where oversight of an $18.7 million patrol unit budget was maintained, and Deputy City Marshal Sergeant, focusing on professional standards and training. Rhonda's background includes significant investigative work in Internal Affairs, operational leadership in patrol, and early career experience as a Corrections Officer. Rhonda holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration from Columbia Southern University and an Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice from the University of Arkansas Grantham.