Deputy Erik Roe has been selected as the 2009 Moorpark Station Officer of the Year. The award is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Moorpark. Erik was selected for this award because of his exceptional work product and the fact he continually takes great pride in serving the residents of Moorpark. He has been with the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department for 8 years, has worked in the Detention Services and Patrol Services Divisions, and is currently assigned to patrol in the City of Moorpark. In addition:

• Erik is a Field Training Officer, responsible for mentoring and training others
• Member of the Mentoring Team for Recruits in the Basic Academy
• Member of the firearms instructional staff, and an FBI Certified Firearms Instructor.
• Certified Less Lethal Use of Force Instructor
• Taser International Certified Master Instructor for the Department, responsible not only for training personnel in the use of the Taser but also a member of the Department’s Taser Committee.

Erik holds a Master’s Degree in Public Policy and Administration from California Lutheran University. Erik doesn’t like sitting still. He always seems to have something going on, which is a testament to his solid work ethic and passion for the members of the community he serves and the Law Enforcement profession in general.

A luncheon in Deputy Roe’s honor will be held by the Rotary Club of Moorpark at the Moorpark Country Club on May 1, 2009.