A veteran law enforcement officer with over 24 years of experience, Emory Randolph previously served in his hometown of Waynesboro, Georgia, before relocating to The Coastal Empire and joining the Chatham-Savannah Counter Narcotics Team. During that time, he worked alongside local, state, and federal agencies, while gaining a wealth of knowledge regarding 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 ninety 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. 

As a result of his work with animals, Captain Randolph was featured at the 2025 Humane World for Animals Expo in Las Vegas, as a special guest of PetSmart Charities. Other personal achievements include his completion of FBI-LEEDA’s Master Public Information Officer program, Leadership Trilogy, and Five Star Chief Executive Institute.

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