A veteran law enforcement officer with over 24 years of experience, Captain Emory Randolph previously served with the Waynesboro Police Department (GA) and Chatham-Savannah Counter Narcotics Team. During that time, he worked alongside local, State, and Federal agencies, while gaining extensive knowledge of drug investigations and undercover operations.  

Since joining the Tybee Island Police Department in June 2010, he has held various roles, including patrol officer, shift supervisor, Patrol Division Commander, and Public Information Officer. In that capacity, he has implemented innovative strategies to enhance transparency and community engagement through social media, public appearances, and award-winning initiatives such as “Operation Starlight” and “K9 For a Day". To date, the latter program has helped find loving homes for over 84 animals in need. In addition to his regular duties, Randolph is a certified law enforcement instructor and serves as the handler for our Public Relations K9, Rocky. 

In 2025, Captain Randolph was honored to participate in the Humane World for Animals Expo in Las Vegas, as a special guest of PetSmart Charities. Other personal achievements include his completion of the FBI-LEEDA Master Public Information Officer program and Leadership Trilogy. 

He is currently enrolled in Columbus State University’s Professional Management Program.