David Heath has served as Deputy County Manager since May 2011. Heath reports to County Manager Darren Gray and is responsible for the various county operating departments including Public Works, Growth Management, Community Services, Conservation and Compliance and Public Resources.

Heath has over 30 years of public and private experience in management and planning. During his 27 years with Orange County, he served as Deputy County Administrator for 11 years. Prior work experience also included employment with the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council and a private transportation planning firm.

Heath grew up in Orlando and went to Orange County Public Schools. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University and obtained a Master's Degree in Public Policy from the University of Central Florida. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners.

Heath and his wife, May, have been married 30 years and have two daughters, Jenifer, 39 and Kristin, 25