Tom Caldwell- Chief Deputy

Tom Caldwell was selected by Sheriff Burkhalter to serve as Chief Deputy following his election in November 2004. Chief Caldwell is the ranking Deputy of the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office and serves as the Chief Operations Officer. He is the appointing authority and head of the office in the sheriff’s absence. He was born and raised in Rome; where he graduated from West Rome High School. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Shorter College. He is a 2007 graduate of the Georgia Law Enforcement Command College and received an M.PA. from Columbus State University, where he graduated with honors in Public Affairs and Public Administration. He is a graduate of the University of Georgia, Carl Vinson Institute of Government, Leadership Institute (2004). Chief Caldwell is an 20 year-law enforcement veteran and a certified fugitive investigator. You may reach Chief Caldwell at the following numbers:
(706) 314-0701
(706) 252-4698 Cell
Email: floydchiefdeputy@comcast.net

Rickey Agan - Major

Rickey Agan serves as the Jail Administrator to the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office Division Commander for all Jail Operations. He was born in Rome, Georgia, attended Coosa High School, and graduated from the North Central Georgia Law Enforcement Academy, February 1989. Major Agan is a graduate of the Professional Management Program at Columbus State University. Major Agan has served more than 21 years with the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office in various supervisory and leadership roles. Major Agan can assist you with questions you may have concerning jail operations and functions and may be reached at the following numbers:
(706) 314-0704
(706) 252-1254 Cell
Email: floydjailadmin@comcast.net

Tommy McGuire- Major

Tommy McGuire serves as the Division Commander for the Field Operations. He oversees all movement & staff members which operate outside of the Jail. Major McGuire was born and raised in Floyd County where he graduated from East Rome High School. He served in the United States Army prior to starting a law enforcement career of nearly 33 years. He is a former investigator with the Floyd County Police Department and is serving his 17th year with the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office. He served as the Chief Deputy for 12 years. He currently supervises operations in Warrants, Civil, Superior Court, and Juvenile Court. Any questions regarding those operations should be directed to Major McGuire at the following numbers:
(706) 314-0702
(706) 252-1916 Cell
Email: floydwarrants@comcast.net

Bobby Pearson- Captain

Bobby Pearson is the head of the Professional Development Section of the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office. Captain Pearson was born in Sylvester, Georgia and was graduated from East Rome High School. He is a 37-year veteran of local law enforcement, having served with the Rome Police Department for many years. Captain Pearson graduated from Berry College with a B.S. in Criminal Justice, and holds an M.P.A. from Columbus State University. He is a 1984 graduate of the FBI National Academy. His primary responsibilities include training for Jail Operations and Field Operations, Personnel, Policy and Procedures, and the Certification and Accreditation Process. If you have any questions for Captain Pearson, you may reach him at the following numbers:
(706) 314-0706
Email: floydtraining@comcast.net

Jerry Ely- Captain

Jerry Ely serves as the supervisor for Courthouse Operations. He is also responsible for Civil Papers and Juvenile Court Proceedings. Captain Ely was born and raised in Floyd County where he graduated from East Rome High School. He served in the United States Army and is a Vietnam Veteran. He returned from service to start a 37-year career in law enforcement. Capt. Ely is serving his 28th year with the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office. Captain Ely currently serves on the Courthouse Security Committee and any questions pertaining to the Courthouse may be directed to Captain Ely at the following numbers:
(706) 314-0710
(706) 252-4510 Cell
Email: elyj@floydcountyga.org

Dave Roberson - Lieutenant

Dave Roberson is the Deputy Commander for Field Operations. Lt. Roberson has 14 years of law enforcement service and has served as a Sergeant for the past 9 ½ years. Lt. Roberson is certified as a Jail Officer, Peace Officer, Instructor, and Crisis Intervention Trainer. Lt. Roberson has worked in various capacities with the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office to include Jail Officer, Deputy Sheriff in the Warrant Division, as well as Sergeant in the Jail, Warrants and Training Divisions.

Lt. Roberson is a 1991 graduate of Cedartown High School and also holds an Associates Degree from Georgia Highlands College. If you have any questions regarding Field Operations services, please contact Lieutenant Roberson at the following numbers:
(706) 236-2466
(706) 252-4432 Cell
Email: warrants@floydcountyga,org

Mark Blanton- Lieutenant

Mark Blanton is the supervisor for the Administrative Section of the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office. Lieutenant Blanton was born and raised in Floyd County where he graduated from Coosa High School. He is a 32-year veteran of local law enforcement, having started out as a radio operator at the Rome Police Department. Lt. Blanton is a certified EMT and serves as the Terminal Agency Coordinator (TAC) for the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office. He spends much time involved in community service such as Boy Scouts of America, and is a past recipient of “Officer of the Year”. Lieutenant Blanton is responsible for Records Retention Services, GCIC-NCIC, Computer Services and Purchasing for the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office. If you have any questions regarding these areas, please contact Lieutenant Blanton at the following numbers:
(706) 314-0705
(706) 252-4379 Cell
Email: admin.aide@comcast.net

Scott Knight- Lieutenant

Scott Knight is the Assistant Jail Administrator for the Floyd County Jail. He is responsible for supervisory, administrative and security functions associated with overseeing assigned personnel and inmates. Lt. Knight was born in Rome, Georgia, attended Coosa High School and graduated from the Northwest Georgia Law Enforcement Academy, June, 2002. Lt. Knight is a graduate of the Professional Management Program at Columbus State University. Lt Knight has served more than 8 years with the Floyd County Sheriff's Office in various supervisory and leadership roles to include Jail Officer, Deputy Sheriff, Sergeant, as well as Staff Sergeant.. Lt Knight is certified as a Jail Officer, Peace Officer, Instructor and Crisis Intervention Trainer.
(706) 291-4111 ext 813
(706) 252-4354 Cell
Email: floyd_lt@comcast.net

Mechelle Cliatt- Executive Assistant

Mechelle Cliatt serves as the Administrative Aide to the Sheriff and the Chief Deputy. She has been employed by Floyd County since 1990 and has been with the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office since 1997. Mrs. Cliatt was born and raised in Rome, where she graduated from East Rome High School. She graduated from Floyd College with an A.S. in Business Administration and holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Shorter College. Mrs. Cliatt is active in the Sheriff’s Santa Program and the Cops for Kids Program. Mrs. Cliatt was the 2006 Joe Adams Community Service Award recipient. In addition to her administrative duties for the Sheriff, Mrs. Cliatt is responsible for all Public Relations, Media Relations, Press Releases, Payroll, and is the liaison for all community affairs. If you have any questions regarding any of these matters, please contact Mrs. Mechelle Cliatt at the following number:
(706) 314-0713
Email: execasst@comcast.net