The Sheriff’s Office Support Services Branch is led by Chief Administration Officer Gary Warkentin and comprises the Financial Support Division and the Operations Support Division. This team of highly skilled sworn and non-sworn professionals provide the vital specialized resources that are crucial for facilitating the daily operations of the Sheriff’s Office public safety mission. Support Services encompasses the areas of finance, the business office, information systems and technology, special services, human resources, public safety dispatch, criminal records, judicial services, training, contract services, and data analytics.
Avoid. Deny. Defend.— Surviving an Active Shooter Event
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When it comes to social media threats, report — don’t repost. Share information with law enforcement- don’t share in spreading fear. The Sheriff’s Office will investigate every threat to determine if it is credible and take appropriate action to ensure the safety of our schools.
A Santa Maria man, who was in custody prior to his release, passed away on September 17, 2024, while hospitalized. Read more here:
Notice of Custody Related Death – Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office
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