Joseph Aguirre

Experienced Bridge Crew Member, Infantryman and Retired Deputy Sheriff offering twelve plus years of experience with United States National Guard, four years with United States Marine Corps and ten years in Law Enforcement. Solid communication, planning and problem-solving abilities. Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Safety-driven and disciplined with a remarkable work ethic.

Knowledgeable about writing and reviewing reports, applying data-driven approaches and promoting community-oriented mentality. Skilled at dealing with general public and handling high-stress situations with emotionally disturbed persons, including domestic violence and child abuse victims.

• Testified as a Drug Sales and Use Expert Witness
• Awarded the Silver Star and the Purple Heart by the Del Norte County Sheriff’s Office.
• Awarded Correctional Supervisor of the year by the Del Norte County Sheriff’s Office.
• Awarded the following medals and ribbons by the United States Marine Corps: Good Conduct Metal, Combat Action Ribbon (Iraq), Purple Heart, Sea Service Deployment (with two *), Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, National Defense Service Medal.
• Awarded Certificate of Appreciation for locating an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) during a foot patrol in Iraq.
• Awarded the following medals and ribbons by the United Stated National Guard: California Good Conduct Metal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, California Drill Attendance Ribbon, Army Achievement Medal (with one *).
• Supervised a team of three Correctional staff members.