Ryan Monaghan
Belmont,CA
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement professional with extensive leadership experience and a strong focus on crisis management in San Mateo County. Proven ability to foster interagency collaboration and engage the community to enhance public safety initiatives. Recognized for implementing innovative strategies that improve police services and strengthen stakeholder partnerships, ultimately advancing public safety outcomes. Committed to building community trust through transparent and effective law enforcement practices.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Sheriff
County of San Mateo
Redwood City, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Managed operations for patrol, investigative, and civil functions in the Sheriff's Office
- Managed multiple contracts for police services catering to various communities throughout San Mateo County
- Led introduction of mental health and domestic violence co-response systems to optimize police support for at-risk groups
- Coordinated first-of-their-kind fireworks disposal gatherings throughout San Mateo County
- Oversaw the launch of a therapeutic canine program
Chief of Police
Town of Tiburon
Belvedere Tiburon, CA
04.2021 - 02.2023
- Partnered with a local nonprofit to create and execute an innovative community engagement project
- Strengthened recruitment processes to enrich the diversity of prospective hires
- Created mutually beneficial partnerships with adjacent jurisdictions to boost police effectiveness
- Implemented innovative technology to gather community feedback on police interactions
- Served as Treasurer and Vice President of the Marin County Police Chiefs Association
Police Lieutenant
City of San Mateo
San Mateo, CA
05.2014 - 04.2021
- Developed new digital forensic analyst role considered a model program by national taskforce
- Established specialized unit to optimize wraparound services for youth
- Helped draft comprehensive countywide guidelines for handling sexual assault investigations in schools
Education
Master of Arts - Homeland Security and Defense
Naval Postgraduate School
Monterey, CA12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Management
Union Institute & University
Cincinnati, OH07.2017
Skills
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Employee Engagement
- Interagency collaboration
- Crisis management
- Public speaking
- Risk management
- Community engagement
Affiliations
- California Police Chiefs Association - Membership Engagement Committee
- California Peace Officers Association - Region II Board Member
- International Association of Police Chiefs
- National Sherrifs' Association
Community Involvement
- President of the Notre Dame Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
- Circle of Friends (Advisory Body for Board of Directors) One Life Counseling Centers
Other Experience
August 2020 to July College of San Mateo2025
San Mateo, CA
Adjunct Associate Professor
- Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
- Developed and presented lectures on a variety of topics related to the course material.
- Built strong student rapport by driving classroom and online discussions and providing academic advisement.
Timeline
Assistant Sheriff
County of San Mateo
02.2023 - Current
Chief of Police
Town of Tiburon
04.2021 - 02.2023
Police Lieutenant
City of San Mateo
05.2014 - 04.2021
Master of Arts - Homeland Security and Defense
Naval Postgraduate School
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Management
Union Institute & University
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