About Sean

His experience is reflected in the roles as a Klamath County Corrections Deputy,  Patrol Deputy, Street Crimes and Criminal Detective, K-9 Handler; Klamath Falls Police Department Patrol Officer, Narcotics /  Criminal Detective, School Resource Officer, Explorer Coordinator, Homeland Security- Task Force Officer, Major Crime Team, Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team, Medical Death Investigator, Field Training Officer, and SWAT Master Operator.

He works to earn the respect of the community. His achievements include: Police- Advanced Certificate, over 3,500 DPSST training hours, SWAT Basic School, DEA Basic Academy, Oregon Regional Forensic Academy, Forensic Interviewing, Behavior Analysis- Forensic Statement Analysis, Major Crimes / Homicide Training, CNCA K-9 Narcotic and Explosive Detection.  

Community Impact

  • Klamath County

    Sean is an active member in the Klamath Community. Currently, Sean serves as the Safety Manager for the Klamath Falls City Schools. His previous experience as the KFCS Resource Officer provided valuable insight into his new position. Additionally, from 2008- to 2011 he was a member on the Klamath Falls City budget committee. He understands the inter-workings of the city departments and what they need to function for the community.

  • Investment in our Youth

    Community is built from the ground up. Sean believes the path to a better future means investing in our youth. Since 2002 he has been coaching various levels of youth sports. In 2019 Sean took over the Klamath Falls City Police Explorers program. This roll gave him hands on mentorship with aspiring law enforcement officers. From coaching soccer to being an active SMART reader, his presence amongst Klamath County’s youth is felt community wide.

  • Protection

    As a second generation law enforcement officer Sean grew up with a respect for the law. Since beginning his career he has served in various rolls within Klamath County’s law enforcement offices. Name a job title, big or small, and Sean has executed those duties with commitment and integrity. After his 28 year career, his drive to serve the Klamath County community persisted. While running for office, Sean has continued serving the citizens of Klamath County through his private investigation services.

Qualifications

  • Certifications

    Oregon Reserve Academy- KCSO 1996

    Oregon Basic Corrections Academy 1996

    Oregon DPSST Basic Police Academy 1999

    Weapons of Mass Destruction (COBRA) 2004

    SWAT Basic School Entry/ Master Operator 2005

    CNCA K-9 Narcotic and Explosive Detection 2006

    National Incident Management System IS-00700 2006

    Major Crimes and Homicide training 2007

    Basic Crime Scene Evidence Collection 2007

    Helicopter Short Haul 2007

    Behavior Analysis - Forensic Statement Analysis 2008

    Identity Theft 2009

    Child Abuse Summit 2009

    DEA Basic Academy 2017

    Homeland Security Task Force Officer 2017

    Medical Death Investigator 2021

  • Areas of Expertise

    Advanced A.L.I.C.E. Instructor

    Child Abuse Investigations

    Crime Scene Investigations

    Field Training Officer (FTO)

    Forensic Interviewing

    Forensic Investigations

    High-Risk Warrant Service

    Homicide Investigations

    Karly's Law

    Klamath County K-9 Handler

    Law Enforcement Data System

    NFDD Flash Bang Instructor

    Oregon Emergency Medical Technician

    Police Officer Drug Interdiction

    Rolling Surveillance

    Taser Instructor