Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Ventura County Sheriff’s employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves and individual perspectives to work. We are committed to making sure all employees have the opportunity to be appreciated and recognized for their unique talents. We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion and we leverage this in pursuit of innovative service to the communities we serve. If you desire a meaningful career in public service and the opportunity to make a difference both at work and in your community, consider a career with us.
The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office has a Sheriff’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. This committee is made up of non-management employees from diverse backgrounds and work assignments. The current committee has identified the following focus initiatives for the 2020-2022 term:
- Recruitment and retention
- Employee engagement, inclusion and belonging for all staff
- Work/life balance for all employees, especially working parents and those returning from leave
- Employee/community engagement with the public we serve
- DEI education for staff to include topics such as race, gender, mental health and wellness, disabilities (physical, functional and intellectual) with a special emphasis to reduce stigma around these topics and normalize uncomfortable conversations
