The Yavapai County Sheriff's Office (YCSO) is bolstering its ranks with the addition of three seasoned deputies, all coming in from out-of-state law enforcement agencies, a recent ceremony held in Prescott officialized their newfound roles. In presence of their kin, buddies, and YCSO comrades, on September 4th, Steven Clustka, Kyle Lunde, and Matthew Milligan took their oath, led by Sheriff David Rhodes, who extended his gratitude and highlighted the county's fast-paced growth necessitating quality enforcement officers.
In a statement captured by the YCSO News Articles, Rhodes remarked, "In my 30 years here, this has been a fantastic agency to work for", acknowledging the deputies' decision to partake in Yavapai's mission. The trio—Milligan, hailing from Denver; Lunde, from San Bernardino; and Clustka from Petaluma—secured their positions after satisfying the Arizona Police Officer Standards and Training Board prerequisites, and they expressed high regard for YCSO based on strong recommendations.
The sheriff was candid about the movement of law enforcement personnel, explaining the appeal of YCSO, especially for those coming from places with a less supportive stance toward the law enforcement community; he believes the county stands as a stark contrast due to its supportive attitude towards the men and women in the service. During the public inauguration, Rhodes encouraged the new deputies to envision a prosperous career within the agency, assuring them, "You can make whatever you want of your career with us. If you put your mind to it, you can do it." These words from Sheriff Rhodes encapsulated the potential that YCSO holds for its members.
Emphasizing on the fundamental objectives of the sheriff's office—the safeguarding of Constitutional rights and the protection of life—Rhodes pointed out the importance of the ceremony, stating, "You are trained, proficient, and motivated to run towards the danger at all times", the ceremony itself serving to publicly reaffirm these commitments. He also underscored how a robust and dependable law enforcement presence is essential not only for community safety but as a deterrent to those considering Yavapai as their next criminal venture, citing a symbiotic relationship between strong enforcement and effective prosecution as key deterrents to crime, as per the official YCSO news release.
YCSO's initiative to strengthen their team is ongoing and open to qualified candidates interested in a career with the sheriff's office—further information and applications can be found at ycsojobs.com or by calling at (928) 708-9276, as shared on their website.
