I would like to take this opportunity to announce my candidacy for Potter County Sheriff.  I lived in Potter County for several years after attending college and then moved to Alaska to pursue a career in law enforcement.  I started working as a Correctional Officer in a maximum-security prison in Juneau, AK for about 21 months.

In January of 1986, I was hired by the Juneau Police Department as a Patrol Officer.  Approximately 4 years later, I was assigned to the Investigations Unit for approximately 3 years.

I was promoted back to the Patrol Unit as a sergeant where I supervised a patrol team for approximately 6 years.  I was assigned back to the Investigations Unit, where I supervised major investigations for 5 years.  As the Investigations Sergeant, I also oversaw two drug enforcement officers assigned to the Southeast Alaska Drug Task Force.  During my time as a sergeant, I participated in numerous supervisory training classes.

My final assignment for the Department was in an administrative position where I restructured the Department’s training requirements and training schedule.

While employed by the Juneau Police Department, I had several ancillary duties. I was an Accident Reconstructionist for 16 years, and I was a member of the SWAT Team for 11 years.  I held certifications from the FBI, NRA and the State of Alaska as a firearms instructor, and I was a certified Emergency Vehicle Operations instructor.  I held an Advanced Police Officer certification from the State of Alaska and was awarded the Police Medal of Honor in 1993.

In the year 2000, I had the privilege of attending the Southwest Law Enforcement Institute’s, Law Enforcement Management College located in Plano, Texas.  I successfully completed and graduated from the intensive 2 month long college level management course geared specifically toward law enforcement management.

After nearly 22 years in Law enforcement, I retired and my wife, Lynetta and I returned to Potter County to raise our twin girls.

I have served Potter County as a Deputy Sheriff with the Potter County Sheriff’s Department since 2016. I am currently certified by the Pennsylvania Sheriff and Deputy Sheriff Education and Training Board.  I am also certified by the Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission as a Firearms Instructor.  I have a clear understanding of the duties of the Sheriff Department. I would be honored to serve the people of Potter County as your Sheriff.  Early in my career, I was taught to treat people fairly and with respect.  As your Sheriff, I will continue to do so.

The time I served in the corrections environment will aid me in this position as the Sheriff sits on the Potter County Jail Board.  My time as a Police Sergeant and management experience will benefit me in carrying out the duties of the Sheriff.

My family attends the Gold Church where I have served as Moderator, Trustee and Chairperson for the building committee while building our new church.  I am a coach for the Black Forest Youth Trap Team and have done so for the last several years.

Thank you for considering me for sheriff. I am the only candidate with 28 years experience in law enforcement, of which the last, almost 7 years have been with the Potter County Sheriff’s Department.  I am the only candidate that is currently certified with the State of Pennsylvania and will not have to attend a 19 week, residential academy to become a certified Sheriff. I look forward to continuing my service to the people of Potter County.  Please vote KEVIN SISKA for Potter County Sheriff in the Republican Primary Election on May 16^th. I would also welcome and encourage all write-in Democratic votes. Again, Thank You!

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