On Tuesday, June 23, offices will be closed from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for an Employee Appreciation Luncheon and scheduled staff training session. During this period, the Administrative Complex will be inaccessible to the public, and in person services will be unavailable. Regular operations will resume promptly at 3:00 pm. If you plan to conduct business in the Complex, please plan accordingly.
In observance of the Juneteenth holiday, Kent County Levy Court offices will be closed on Friday, June 19. Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and serves as a time for reflection, education, and recognition of the ongoing pursuit of equality. Normal operations will resume on Monday, June 22.
The Kent County Department of Administration manages essential internal operations and provides strategic support to the County’s leadership and government functions. The department oversees the following key offices:
These offices collectively support the seven elected Levy Court Commissioners, as well as other County departments and elected officials, by managing employee services, infrastructure, and organizational processes.
At the head of the Department is County Administrator Kevin R. Sipple, the County’s Chief Administrative Officer and highest-ranking appointed official. He provides executive leadership and policy guidance to the Levy Court and ensures the effective and efficient operation of County government.
Responsibilities include:
Kevin R. Sipple is a lifelong resident of Kent County. Born in Milford, Delaware, he now resides in Felton with his wife, Kelly. Together, they raised two sons, Tyler and Ryan.
With over 38 years of service in public safety and government, Mr. Sipple is committed to:
Kevin Sipple County Administrator Phone: 302-744-2301 Email: Kevin.Sipple@kentcountyde.gov