Experience
Sheriff Mark J. Dannels boasts a distinguished 38-year career in law enforcement, commencing in 1984 after serving in the United States Army. Throughout his tenure with the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office, he ascended to the role of Deputy Commander, demonstrating expertise across various leadership positions and specialty assignments. Dannels has amassed over 3000 hours of law enforcement training, including programs at Disney’s Leadership and Executive Training, and is a graduate of the Rural Executive Management Institute. His commitment to highway and community safety earned him an appointment by the Arizona Governor.