Yuma County Sheriff's Office

YCSO Promotion: The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce Deputy Rosales has promoted to the rank of Corporal. Congratulations! Thank you for your dedication to service. #yumasheriff #yumasheriffsoffice #yumacountysheriff #countypatrol #promotions #lawenforcement #dedicatedtoservice #yumacounty

YCSO Promotion: The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce Deputy Hass has promoted to the rank of Corporal. Congratulations! Thank you for your dedication to service. #yumasheriff #yumasheriffsoffice #yumacountysheriff #countypatrol #promotions #lawenforcement #dedicatedtoservice #yumacounty

YCSO Promotion: The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce Deputy Christophel has promoted to the rank of Corporal. Congratulations! Thank you for your dedication to service. #yumasheriff #yumasheriffsoffice #yumacountysheriff #countypatrol #promotions #lawenforcement #dedicatedtoservice #yumacounty

Deputy Testing is scheduled for September - Get your Deputy application in by the deadline. Minimum requirements to apply: Must be at least 21 years of age, be a United States citizen, must possess a valid driver’s license, and High School Diploma or GED. Pay Rate: $30.21–$36.08/hr D.O.Q. *Deadline September 1, 2025 To apply or for more information visit: https://lnkd.in/gYFQTz7Q

★Deputy Sheriff recruitment is open★ Must apply by August 13, 2025 Minimum requirements to apply: Must be at least 21 years of age, be a United States citizen, must possess a valid driver’s license, and High School Diploma or GED. Pay Rate: $30.21–$36.08/hr D.O.Q. *Testing day scheduled for Friday, Aug. 22nd* To apply or for more information visit: https://lnkd.in/gYFQTz7Q

A proud recognition for the Arizona Detention Healthcare Guidelines Posse, which includes the YCSO Detention Health Services Manager, Victoria Gonzalez. She has been instrumental in the development of the nation’s first legal-based jail healthcare guidelines—a groundbreaking initiative in correctional health. We commend her dedication and are honored that the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office is represented in this pioneering effort alongside other esteemed professionals in the field.

Congratulations to YCSO Detention Officer Arturo Vargas for receiving a Distinguished Valor Award from the National Institute for Jail Operations -NIJO #dedicatedtoservice

Our final recipient of the Distinguished Valor is Officer Arturo Vargas with the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office, AZ. After a grueling shift at the Yuma County Detention Center, Officer Vargas’s commitment to public safety did not end—he became a lifeline in a life-threatening emergency on the I-8 freeway. Witnessing a vehicle hydroplane and violently roll over, he immediately sprang into action. “He demonstrated heroism by immediately responding to a high-stress emergency situation without hesitation,” and “assessed the situation, noting smoke and a potential fire hazard,” showcasing remarkable presence of mind under pressure. His bravery put his own safety aside to protect another’s life, exemplifying the very essence of valor. Throughout the crisis, Officer Vargas remained composed and compassionate, skillfully communicating with the driver’s family and collaborating with a Sheriff’s Volunteer to secure the scene. His actions saved a life and set a powerful example of dedication, courage, and leadership that uplifted the entire community. Congratulations Officer Arturo Vargas, and thank you for your heroism!

Press Release Lieutenant Pavlak Graduates from The University of Louisville, Southern Police Institute Location: – Louisville, Kentucky On May 8, 2025, Yuma County Sheriff's Office Lieutenant Samuel Pavlak graduated from the 153rd Session of the Southern Police Institute’s Administrative Officers Course. Lt. Pavlak joined a total of forty-one law enforcement officers of various agencies from across the United States in Louisville, Kentucky for a 12-week leadership development program. The Southern Police Institute is an integral part of the Department of Criminal Justice in the College of Arts and Sciences of the University of Louisville. It is an advanced educational and training institute that aims to develop informed, effective, ethical and competent law enforcement managers who are capable of assuming positions of leadership in their respective agencies. Lieutenant Samuel Pavlak joined the Sheriff’s Office on October 15, 2002 as a Detention Officer and was promoted to Deputy Sheriff in 2006. In 2010, Pavlak was promoted to the rank of Senior Deputy, promoted to Sergeant in 2012, and reassigned to the position of Supervisor of the Yuma County Narcotics Task Force in 2015. Throughout the years, Pavlak served as a Field Training Officer, a member of the Crisis Management Unit, and the Special Response Team as an entry team member, breacher, assistant team leader, and as team leader. He is also a certified instructor in multiple fields to include Firearms, Less Lethal Munitions, Defensive Tactics, Physical Fitness, and Active Threat/Shooter. On July 28, 2019, Pavlak was promoted to his current rank of Lieutenant and was assigned as the East County Operations Supervisor where he also oversaw the Underwater Search & Recovery Team, and the Boating Safety & Enforcement Unit. As of January 2023, Lt. Pavlak is currently assigned as the Commander of the Criminal Investigations Bureau and Yuma County Narcotics Task Force. In addition, Lt. Pavlak oversees the YCSO Volunteers Units, acts as the Team Commander of the Special Response Team, instructs for the Arizona Western College Law Enforcement Academy and liaisons the Yuma Regional Critical Incident Response Team. On behalf of Sheriff Leon Wilmot and the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office, we would like to extend our congratulations to Lieutenant Pavlak on his latest achievement. Information Released By: Edgar Guerra, Public Information Officer

Now Hiring 🚨Deputy Sheriff Next testing date is set for June 🗓Apply by May 30th! Requirements and how to apply below ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/g9fQXZzi