Inspector General

County of Marin, CA

Inspector General

Marin County is located northwest of San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge and is home to an engaged community of 260,000. The County enjoys a diversified economic base, including a mix of insurance, medical, pharmaceutical, technology, financial, and retail employers. Marin is a desirable place to live and is known for its combination of rural and suburban lifestyles, entertainment and recreational activities, and mild, year-round climate. Marin’s youth are supported by a strong education systems and higher education is offered by College of Marin, Dominican University and several other excellent institutions in the area.  Marin’s location in the Bay Area is ideal with commutable distances to several neighboring counties.  Within the County itself, and in less than an hour’s drive, residents can enjoy the majestic coastline, renowned county and state parks, access to the vineyards of Napa and Sonoma Counties, and the enjoyment of all that San Francisco offers.

In November 2024, the Marin County Board of Supervisors passed Ordinance #3824 establishing an oversight structure of the Marin County Sheriff’s Office and established the Civilian Oversight Commission and Office of Inspector General.  The Civilian Oversight Commission (COC) was appointed and operational mid-2025.  As the inaugural Inspector General (IG) of Marin County, you will lead the newly established Office of Inspector General (OIG) with a clear mission: to provide independent oversight and promote transparency, accountability, and trust between the Marin County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and the communities it serves.

Marin County is seeking a visionary and principled leader to serve as its first Inspector General—someone prepared to establish and shape a brand-new office dedicated to independent oversight and public accountability of the Sheriff’s Office. The ideal candidate brings an understanding of law enforcement practices, and has demonstrated success in building new programs or departments from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity for a forward-thinking, ethical, and politically astute professional who thrives in collaborative environments while maintaining independence, fairness, and objectivity. The successful candidate will be an effective leader who can balance oversight with diplomacy, earning the trust of both the community and law enforcement.

The annual salary range is $201,614 to $245,086; placement within this range is dependent upon experience and qualifications. The County of Marin offers a competitive, full benefits package. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Mr. Gary Phillips at (916) 784-9080. Filing Deadline: December 7, 2025