Civilian Oversight Commission
Staffing
Civilian Oversight Commission
Ariel Espiritu Santo
County Executive's Office
(415) 473-2408
Administered By
Office of the County Executive
Purpose/Duties
A Civilian Oversight Commission (COC) is hereby established as a Board of Supervisors Discretionary Committee. The COC shall assist in the oversight of the Marin County Sheriff's Office (MCSO). The COC's assistance in this function is a delegation of such authority held by Board of Supervisors pursuant to Government Code §§ 25303 and 25303.7. In providing such assistance, the COC will collaborate with the Office of Inspector General (OIG) and may direct the OIG as is enumerated in Ordinance No. 3824. The COC will also provide input in the hiring process of the Inspector General, and consult on performance evaluations of the Inspector General.
Qualifications
Commissioners should have a demonstrated interest in public
service and/or experience serving the community. The Board of Supervisors
shall endeavor to appoint at least one (1), but no more than two (2)
Commissioner(s) who shall have previous law enforcement experience. The
Commissioner(s) with law enforcement experience must also meet the following
criteria:
a. They have not worked as a sworn law enforcement officer within the
last four years, and they have not worked as a sworn law enforcement
officer in Marin County within the last eight years.
b. They have certified that they have never engaged in serious
misconduct (as defined in Penal Code§ 13510.8(b) or subsequent
enactment) while serving as a sworn law enforcement officer.
c. They have never been employed as sworn law enforcement in the
Marin County Sheriff's Office.
Term Length
Initially, the Board of Supervisors shall appoint four (4) Commissioners in accordance with Section 2.37.030 4. b. to serve a three (3) year term, three (3) Commissioners to serve a two (2) year term, and two (2) Commissioners to serve a one (1) year term. Thereafter, all Commissioner terms shall be three (3) years. Commissioners may serve a maximum of two (2) consecutive terms.
Number of Members
Five (5) of the nine (9) Commissioners shall be nominated and appointed by the Board of Supervisors, one for each supervisorial district. Residency shall be evaluated at the time of appointment only. Four (4) of the nine (9) Commissioners shall be appointed by the Board of Supervisors at-large.
Reimbursements For Expenses/Per Diem
Beginning October 1, 2022, a stipend will be available for members of boards and commissions who self-certify to household income below the County self-sufficiency standard. For more information or to apply to the stipend program, see the Board Stipends Program Webpage.
Time and Day of Meetings
How to Apply
To apply for the Civilian Oversight Commission, access the Application online.