Reggie Marinelli
First Female Sheriff of Jefferson County
Sheriff Reggie Marinelli was sworn in as the 28th Sheriff of Jefferson County on January 10, 2023, making history as the first woman to hold this position. With over 36 years of dedicated service to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff Marinelli brings extensive experience and leadership to the role.
Sheriff Marinelli earned her bachelor's degree from Metro State University Denver, graduating Summa Cum Laude with Alpha Phi Sigma Criminal Justice Honor Society recognition, and completed coursework in the MBA program at American Military University. Throughout her career, she has held supervisory roles in every division of the Sheriff's Office — Patrol, Detentions, Investigations, and Support Services. She served as commander of the West Metro Drug Task Force from 2012 to 2015, supervising task force members from six local law enforcement agencies. She was also a law enforcement academy instructor for more than 20 years.
Sheriff Marinelli has played a significant role in developing alternative housing units in the jail and evidence-based programming designed to reduce recidivism. As fire warden for Jefferson County, she has worked to bring wildfire prevention agencies together for a more comprehensive approach to preparation, prevention, and communication across agencies.
Key Priorities
Employee Wellness
Mental health support center for deputies with dedicated staff, chaplains, and volunteers
Recruitment & Training
Bolstering recruitment and enhancing training opportunities for all employees
Reducing Recidivism
Expanding evidence-based and alternative programming in the jail
Wildfire Prevention
Multi-agency coordination for prevention, preparation, and community communication
