(1175) Sheriff Operations Division

(40) Sheriff

Division Overview

The Operations Division has principal law enforcement jurisdiction in all unincorporated areas of San Benito County covering approximately 1,396 square miles.  The Sheriff also provides law enforcement services to the city of San Juan Bautista.

 

The division has three bureaus, enforcement, community and support services, and administration.  The Enforcement Bureau’s personnel are the first to respond to emergencies within the county.  Patrol deputies handle the enforcement of criminal and vehicle code regulations.  Within the bureau is the Investigations Division who is responsible for the follow-up of major crimes that are reported to the Department.  The Community and Support Services Bureau focuses on professional standards, training, fleet, and property/evidence.  This bureau also includes the Sheriff’s Search and Rescue team.  Administration is responsible for the fiscal, civil and records/report functions of the Sheriff’s Office. 

Staff

Recommended Budget

DEPARTMENT MISSION/VISION

To serve the public by establishing a partnership with the community to protect life and property, prevent crime and solve problems.

Recent Departmental Accomplishments

  • Range fees implemented to offset much needed improvements
  • Morgue expansion completed
  • AXON Officer Safety Program commenced

Top Departmental Concerns

  • Establishing a qualified hiring pool
  • No staffing to implement swing shift
  • Inability to meet community request for river/park patrol deputy

Long Range Planning Goals (3-5 years) For Department

  • Develop a vehicle replacement program
  • Expand office to include briefing/training room
  • Upgrade mat room

STRATEGIC PLAN FOCUS AREAS

  • Operational Development & Excellence
  • Technology
  • Healthy & Safe Communities

NEW REQUESTS FY24/25:       Personnel & Fixed Assets/ 1-Time Items

  • 3 FTE sheriff deputy
  • 1 FTE multi-service officer (property & evidence)

    1-Time Items

    • AED (2)
    • Gun Vault (2)
    • Replacement computers (8)
    • Warehouse heater
    • K9 Advanced Tracking Course
    • K9 Border Training
    • K9 Agility Course Equipment
    • K9 Kenneling

     

    Fixed Assets

    • AXON OSP (year 2 of 10-year agreement)
    • Replacement engine/transmission
    • Patrol vehicles with emergency equipment (3)
    • Unmarked admin vehicles with equipment (2)
    • CAD Computers (4)