County of Kern
Development Services Agency
Ted James, AICP, Director
Administrative Services Division
2700 "M" Street, Suite 350
Bakersfield, CA 93301-2370
Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
VOICE: (661) 862-8800; FAX: (661) 862-8801
TTY Relay 1-800-735-2929
email: rma@co.kern.ca.us

Welcome to the Administrative Services Division As time permits we will continue to add information, but first a few words about where we're located.

Kern County is the third largest county (in acreage) in California with a population of more than 630,000 residents. Kern County, "The Golden Empire," is in the heart of Central California with an economic base of agriculture and oil. The area ranges from scenic desert to snow-covered mountain landscapes. The County seat is Bakersfield which is about 110 miles north of Los Angeles.