Mission

We understand that “service” is the primary purpose of our profession.  Therefore, every member of the Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office will strive for individual improvement.  We will know and understand the laws and rules that will assist us in performing our duties and it is expected that each member will lead by example.  We will have a compassionate and responsive attitude; all while having a genuine desire to satisfy the needs of the citizens of Archuleta County.  We will utilize our training, education, experience, and vision to earn the respect and confidence of the public as a professional public safety organization.      

Description 

The Sheriff’s Office Administration includes the Sheriff, Undersheriff, Office Manager, Administrative Assistant and Records Technician. Together, these positions manage the Sheriff’s Office. 

2026 Goals

• Remain fully staffed  
• Keep working on accuracy of our billing process 
• Increase fleet shop rate  
• Continue to work on the representation of Archuleta County  
• Raise inventory for high use items (due to national shortages) 
• Replace outdated small fleet vehicles 
• Work on simplifying vehicle scheduling  
• Correspondence with the District Attorney 
• ID Badge Management for Archuleta County 
• Case Management 

Core Services

In addition to overall management of this elected office by the Sheriff and Undersheriff, Administration is responsible for: 

• Accounts payable and receivables 
• Civil Process 
• Traffic code 
• Sheriff’s sales 
• Personnel 
• Public contact 
• VIN Inspections 
• Concealed handgun permits 
• General office management 
• Liaison to Clerk and Treasurer’s Office’s 
• Sheriff’s Office Contracts 
• Records Management 
• National Crime Reporting to CBI (Colorado Bureau of Investigation) 
• Criminal Background Checks 
• Website Management 
• Civilian Fingerprints