Jose Salcido is a San José native and longtime Willow Glen resident of over 25 years. He brings over 32 years of experience from law enforcement and community service to the Mayor’s staff.

Salcido graduated high school from St. Joseph’s Seminary in Mountain View, eventually following his older brother in the public safety field. He has served as a Santa Clara County Sheriff since 1977 and as a Lieutenant since 2002. He has also held positions as Assistant Division Commander over the Jails Administration Division, Watch Commander overseeing the Patrols Division and as a past President of the Deputy Sheriffs’ Association of Santa Clara County, in addition to managing the Records Division.

In additional to his professional record, Salcido participates in many community organizations. He has held positions in the Hispanic Political Action Community – Silicon Valley, the Bellarmine College Prep Dad’s Club and the Central Coast Chapter of PORAC (Peace Officers Research Association of California). At present, he serves on the board of directors for Sacred Heart Community Services.

Salcido received his BS in Business Management and his Masters in Public Administration from San José State University. He currently lives in Willow Glen with his wife, Mary, and his two children, Declan and Conor.