Our Organization
Sheriff Chris Nanos
Sheriff Chris Nanos was born and raised in El Paso, Texas. Before becoming a law enforcement officer he attended the University of Texas - El Paso, majoring in Public Administration/Criminal Justice. Sheriff Nanos began his career in law enforcement in 1976 with the El Paso Police Department. He became a member of the Pima County Sheriff's Department in 1984 as a corrections officer and was promoted to deputy the following year, which began the upward trajectory his career would continue to follow. Throughout his career Sheriff Nanos has maintained a strong emphasis on his work in Criminal Investigations, particularly Violent Crimes, Sex Crimes, and Narcotics Interdiction. This dedication to his work has allowed him to move up the ranks within PCSD, previously serving as Chief Deputy and appointed Sheriff. In 2020, Sheriff Nanos was elected as Sheriff and returned to the department ready to serve the community. He is responsible for a multi-million dollar budget and a department comprised of nearly 1500 highly qualified, trained, and committed employees complemented by over 400 volunteers who provide support throughout the organization. Sheriff Nanos is supported by his wife of 38 years, Charlene.
Chief Deputy Chief Jesus Lopez
Chief Jesus Lopez has had the privilege to serve the community with the Pima County Sheriff’s Department for more than 30 years. In that time, his various assignments have allowed him to apply strong leadership skills to empower his staff to succeed. Chief Lopez recognizes the quality of the department is defined by the performance of its most valued asset--the men and women who work here. Chief Deputy Lopez also oversees Internal Affairs.
Corrections Bureau Chief Scott Lowing
Chief Scott Lowing started his career with the Pima County Sheriff’s Department as a Corrections Officer in 1988 and was promoted to deputy in 1990. He has worked in almost every capacity and assignment within the department. He proudly served 17 years on SWAT and was strongly committed to protecting the Community. Chief Lowing believes in teamwork, open communication, professionalism, and accountability. He graduated from Northwestern University School of Police and Command and the Senior Management Institute of Policing.
Captain Sarah Santiago
Captain Sanitago has been PCSD proud since 2005. She currently oversees the Corrections Administration Division.
- Facility Manager
- Food Services Section
- Inmate Processing Section
- Judicial Services Section
Captain Mark Dinniman
Captain Dinniman has been PCSD proud since 2000. He currently oversees the Corrections General Population Housing Operations Division.
- Force Commander
- High Custody Section
- Medium Custody Section
- Low Custody Section
Corrections Captain Elsa Navarro
Captain Navarro has been PCSD proud since 2005. She currently oversees the Corrections Health Services Division.
- Behavioral Health Section
- Medical Services Section
Captain Michael Dominguez
Captain Dominguez has been PCSD proud since 2004. He currently oversees the Corrections Specialty Housing Division.
- Admin. Segregation Section
- Auxiliary Housing Section
- Inmate Section
Administration Bureau Chief Derek Ogden
Chief Derek Ogden has dedicated 23 years to serving the Pima County community through the Sheriff’s Department. Throughout his career, he has held a variety of roles that have allowed him to strengthen his leadership abilities and support his teams in achieving excellence.
Captain Courtney Rodriguez
Captain Ogden has been PCSD proud since 2011. He currently oversees the Community Services Division.
- Community Services Section
- Records Management Section
- School Resources Section
Captain Robert Koumal
Captain Koumal has been PCSD proud since 2006. He currently oversees the Human Resources Division.
- Communications Section
- Staff Services Section
Captain Aimee Trueblood
Captain Trueblood has been PCSD proud since 1995. She currently oversees the Professional Development Division.
- Training Section
- Pima Regional Training Center
Investigations Bureau Chief Gilbert Dominguez
Chief Gilbert Dominguez has been a proud member of the Pima County Sheriff’s Department since 1999. He started his career as a Corrections Officer and was promoted to Deputy in 2000. He has held a variety of assignments starting out in patrol, and then moving on to special operations, training, and administration. He graduated from the University of Arizona, Northwestern University School of Police and Command, and the Senior Management Institute of Policing.
Captain Juan Carlos Navarro
Captain Navarro has been PCSD proud since 1998. He currently oversees the Criminal Investigation Division.
- Economic Crimes Section
- Violent Crimes Section
Captain Christy Anderson
Captain Anderson has been PCSD proud since 2002. She currently oversees the Investigation Support Division.
- C.N.A. - HIDTA Section
- Government Security & Civil Enforcement Section
- Technical Support Section
Patrol Bureau Chief Joseph D. Cameron
Chief Joseph Cameron has had an interesting 39-year career with the Pima County Sheriff’s Department. He has spent the majority of his service in patrol assignments. Chief Cameron’s philosophy is mission first, with the wants and needs of his staff a close second.
Captain Micheal Moseley
Captain Moseley has been PCSD proud since 1995. He currently oversees the North Patrol Division.
- Foothills District
- ForceCommander/Special Projects
- Rincon District
- Tucson Mountain District
Captain Patrick Hilliker
Captain Hilliker has been PCSD proud since 1995. He currently oversees the South Patrol Division.
- Ajo District
- Green Valley District
- San Xavier District
- Vail District
Support Bureau Chief Gerard Moretz
Chief Gerard Moretz, a former public school teacher, has spent many of his 24 years with PCSD contributing to various training endeavors and is now engaged in revitalizing the department's recruiting and training programs. Chief Moretz sees the commitment and energy of the department's members as the most important factors in how we positively impact the community. In all things, Chief Moretz looks to balance department efforts against what is truly beneficial and relevant to the citizens of Pima County.
Captain Douglas Hanna
Captain Hanna has been PCSD proud since 1996. He currently oversees the Support Services Division.
- Facilities Management
- Material Management
- Risk Manager
Captain Benjamin Hill
Captain Hill has been PCSD proud since 1996. He currently oversees the Tactical Support Division.
- Tactical Response Section
- Traffic Safety Section
- Air & Resuce Section