CHARLES M. (CHUCK) JACKSON PROMOTED
TO DIVISION CHIEF

Charles M. (Chuck) Jackson, a 32-year veteran of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, was recently promoted to the rank of Division Chief by Sheriff Lee Baca, and has assumed command of the Correctional Services Division.

Chief Jackson joined the Department in 1971 and held various assignments including Civic Center Security, West Hollywood Station, Carson Station, and the Special Enforcement Bureau. Upon being promoted to Sergeant in 1983, Chief Jackson worked Industry Station, Operation Safe Streets Detail at Norwalk Station, Men's Central Jail, Internal Investigations Bureau, and Recruit Training Bureau. In 1989, his promotion to Lieutenant took him to assignments at Sybil Brand Institute, Lynwood and Firestone Stations, Field Operations Support Services, and Employee Relations/Advocacy Services. Chief Jackson was promoted to Captain in 1997 when he assumed command of the North County Correctional Facility, Inmate Reception Center, Contract Law Enforcement Bureau, and was the first Captain to assume command of Compton Station. Upon his promotion to Commander, he was assigned to the Correctional Services Division with oversight responsibilities for the Inmate Reception Center, Medical Services Bureau and was the Division liaison for the Department of Mental Health and facilitated the implementation of various programs geared for the incarcerated mentally ill.

Chief Jackson earned an Associate of Science Degree in Police Science from Mt. San Antonio College, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Administration from California State University, Fresno, and a Master's Degree in Public Administration from the University of La Verne. From 1966 to 1968, Chief Jackson served our country during the Vietnam War as a Sergeant E-5 in the United States Army.

Chief Jackson is married, the proud father of two sons and resides in Orange County. His wife, Corrine (Corky) Jackson, is a recently retired Sheriff's Department Sergeant, having served over 34 years. Chief Jackson's oldest son, Scott, is currently in the United States Marine Corps and recently returned from duty in Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. His youngest son Sean, is a student at the University of California, San Diego.

Chief Jackson and his family enjoy swimming, walking, and cooking for others.

SHB-47A-03

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June 11, 2003