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Manual of Policy and Procedures / Volume 2 - Organization and Functions / Chapter 4 - Executive Offices

2-04/020.15 - Youth Services Unit


2-04/020.10 - Legislative Unit
2-04/030.00 - Sheriff's Headquarters Bureau

The Sheriff’s Youth Services Unit reports to the Assistant Sheriff of Countywide Operations and Division Chief of Countywide Services Division and is responsible for the oversight of all youth programs throughout the Department.  The unit’s specific duties include the following:

  • Monitor, analyze, inspect, and review all youth programs throughout the Department;
  • Implement the Sheriff’s vision for youth outreach, programs, and activities;
  • Serve as the Department liaison with the Sheriff’s Youth Foundation, and other organizations supporting youth program initiatives;
  • Review, prioritize, and monitor all grant activities throughout the Department related to youth programs;
  • Assist the Department in providing a consistent framework for the countywide deployment of youth programs;
  • Act as a liaison with the National Police Athletics League and California Police Athletics League;
  • Act as a liaison to other law enforcement agencies and governmental entities regarding youth programs;
  • Provide reports and recommendations to the Assistant Sheriff of Countywide Operations and Division Chief of Countywide Services Division regarding youth programs; and
  • Ensure consistency within the various youth programs.