Deputy Chief Rodney Smith

Deputy Chief Rodney Smith, a Marion County native, joined the Ocala Police Department in 1988 as a Community Service Officer. He worked his way through the ranks as an Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, and Major and attained the rank of Deputy Chief in 2008.

Deputy Chief Smith received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Saint Leo University, and his Master of Science Degree from the University of Central Florida.

He is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy.