The Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office proudly announces the appointment of Investigator Bently Williams as Deputy Director of the Jackson Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP).

In this role, Deputy Director Williams will help lead parish-wide emergency-preparedness efforts, strengthen coordination with local, state, and federal partners, and support planning, training, and response operations. Maintaining strong working relationships across agencies will remain essential to ensuring effective, interoperable emergency response for the citizens of Jackson Parish.

Williams is a U.S. Army veteran and brings more than 20 years of public service to this position. Throughout his career as a deputy sheriff, he has served in multiple capacities, such as D.A.R.E. Officer, School Resource Officer, and Investigator, providing dedicated service to the communities of Jackson, Bienville, and many surrounding parishes. Most importantly, he serves as the pastor of Bethany Baptist Church, reflecting his deep commitment to Christ and to our community.

His professionalism, steady leadership, and consistent dedication to helping others make him a strong asset to Jackson Parish and to the mission of the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness.

Please join the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office in congratulating Deputy Director Bently Williams on this appointment and thank him for his continued service to Jackson Parish.