The Madera County Sheriff's Department was formed in 1893, the same year the County of Madera was founded. The county’s first Sheriff, W.H. Thurman, served from 1893 to 1895.
Now serving his third term in Office, Sheriff John P Anderson is the 14th Sheriff to serve Madera County. Sheriff John Anderson is the Chief Law Enforcement officer and Chief Coroner of Madera County. He is responsible for providing public protection and investigating crimes that occur within the unincorporated areas of Madera County.
The Madera County Sheriff’s Department is divided into three distinct and critical levels, all of which operate under the direction of Sheriff Anderson. Those sections are: the Valley Division, Mountain Division, and Administrative Division which oversees the offices of records, dispatch, civil process and court security.
Purpose
To acquaint employees with the philosophy and goals of
the Madera County Sheriff's Department.
Policy
The Madera County Sheriff’s Department will commit its resources in partnership with the community to:
- Promote a safe and secure environment, free from crime
and the fear of crime.
- Maintain order and provide for a safe and expeditious
flow of traffic.
- Practice our core values of integrity, respect, service
and fairness.
Integrity
Integrity is the hallmark of the Department and we are
committed to the highest performance standards, ethical
conduct, and truthfulness in all relationships.
We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and take
pride in a professional level of service and fairness to
all.
Respect
We treat all persons in a dignified and courteous manner,
and exhibit understanding of ethnic and cultural diversity,
both in our professional and personal endeavors.
We guarantee to uphold the principles and values embodied
in the constitutions of the United States and the State
of California.
Service
We provide quality service in a courteous, efficient, and
accessible manner.
Fairness
We treat all people impartially, with consideration and
compassion.
The basic tenet of our organization is to provide the best possible service to the public.
We believe citizens of Madera County are entitled to live safe and secure lives, free from the fear of crime, gangs, drugs and violence. To that end, as a primary law enforcement agency, we strive to execute the best and most effective means available to our Department when taking both proactive and protective measures.
We believe that in the event of an emergency or disaster, we are prepared to respond with immediacy; and with continued extensive training, we can minimize loss of life and property.
We believe our Department’s stringent, thorough and careful hiring practices, enables us to recruit and manage a staff of fully trained and highly motivated sworn personnel.
For more information and job applications, please visit:
Employment with the Madera County Sheriff’s Department
