I am a career law enforcement professional with 33 years of experience with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department (SBSD), retiring at the rank of Undersheriff.   While at SBSD, I worked numerous assignments at all levels (refer to my CV/resume). Command assignments included Undersheriff, Assistant Sheriff of Criminal Operations, Deputy Chief of Valley/Mountain Patrol Bureau, West Valley Detention Center, Employee Resources, and Fontana Patrol Station. I have extensive experience in administration, patrol, custody, public affairs, and training academy. 

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As the Undersheriff, I attended closed-session meetings with the County Board of Supervisors, County Counsel, Human Resources, and Risk Management to discuss and advise on Lethal Force Encounters, Use of Force, Corrections In-Custody Death, and Traffic Collision litigation.  

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One of my many responsibilities was overseeing the Civil Liabilities and Professional Standards Division. The Civil Liabilities Division coordinates with Risk Management, County Counsel, and Independent Law Firms hired to defend the department and its employees in State and Federal Civil litigation. The Professional Standards Division is responsible for investigating complaints of employee misconduct and managing the department’s disciplinary process. 

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I am a John Maxwell certified and licensed leadership team member. In this capacity, I provide coaching, leadership training, and speaking on influencing others by adding value. I also have a Certified Life Coach Institute (CLCI) certification.