Sheriff's Department
OCEA members in the Orange County Sheriff’s Department are represented by union stewards and a professional staff of labor relations representatives. Standing together, every OCEA member in the Orange County Sheriff’s Department plays a role in achieving better wages, retirement security and fair rights on the job.
The information below is a resource for all OCEA members in the Orange County Sheriff’s Department. Below, you will find a list of stewards and staff representatives for OCEA members assigned to the Orange County Sheriff’s Department. You’ll also find the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which is the negotiated union contract that sets forth the wages, hours and working conditions guiding your employment. And you can also find updates and news from OCEA about what’s happening in your agency and across the County.
Another Benefit of OCEA Membership: Peace Officer Protective League / PORAC Legal Defense Fund (LDF)
Whether you are the target of a civil or criminal action, or are involved in a critical incident, the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) Legal Defense Fund has your back. This legal insurance is only available to eligible job classifications. Find out more information about the OCEA POPL / PORAC LDF here
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On Veterans Day, we pause to salute our military men and women
November 11, 2020
Today, we celebrate Veterans Day. As we enjoy the holiday with our families, we can also pause and think about those who serve our country in uniform and place themselves in harm's way to defend our country. For as long as they serve, they have chosen to give up their freedom to protect ours.
Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaways for working families
November 5, 2020
Thanksgiving is the time of year that family and friends come together to share memories and be thankful for all the good in our lives. Although your Thanksgiving may look a little different this year, OCEA, in partnership with Orange County's Credit Union (OCCU), wants to help you put together a dinner you and your family will remember.
RSVP Today - Law Enforcement "Game Changer" Focus Group on Nov. 5
November 2, 2020
Do you have ideas or concerns regarding your position as a law enforcement official in the community? Game Changer's Focus Groups are the perfect place to get the conversation started.
Election Day is almost here!
November 2, 2020
Over the weekend, Neal Kelley, the county's Registrar of Voters, told the Voice of OC that he is strongly encouraging voting ahead of Election Day to avoid congestion.
Early voting begins today!
October 30, 2020
Early voting begins today across California. Every election is important with critical decisions to be made by workers about good government and their safety, stability, and security on the job.
OCEA recognizes National First Responders Day
October 28, 2020
Last year, the United States Senate passed a resolution designating October 28th as National First Responders Day to honor the men and women who act selflessly when called on in emergency situations, often putting their lives on the line.
SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT STEWARDS
Pedro Arrambide
Matias Bahena
Felicia Burke
Ian Carmona
Justine Collins
Demian Cortez
Robert Creasy
Dan Edwards
Jesse Esquivel
Sean Fowler
Leslie Gallant
Christina Guza
Israel Hernandez
Curtis Heye
Laurie Kennedy
Dave Klein
Matthew Leading
Dennis Liwanag
Jessica Martinez-Gomez
Francisco Elias Medina
Diana Morrison
Annette Ortega
Alejandra Ortiz
Matthew Padilla
Maximiliano Pagliaretti
Marika Patterson
Ed Ramos
David Rapponotti
Janessa Rosa
Jose Salazar
Kaitlynn Schroeder
Trevor Scott
Robert Smith
Arvie Tinio
Robert Torres
Lesley Trejo
Nancy Trumpower
Sydney Walker
Kenya Walton
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OCEA LABOR RELATIONS REPRESENTATIVES
Mariela Ortiz
Labor Relations Specialist
Michelle Rubio
Senior Labor Relations Representative
Kerensa Schupmann
Senior Labor Relations Representative