The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office has announced the appointment of Sergeant Katie Oliveri as the new Public Information Officer (PIO) within the Media Relations Unit. Her addition marks an important step in strengthening communication between the Sheriff’s Office, the media, and the community.

Sergeant Oliveri brings 11 years of experience with the Sheriff’s Office, having served in a variety of assignments including the Courts Division, Civil Unit, Transit Patrol with the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA), and Backgrounds and Recruiting. Her diverse operational background provides a well-rounded understanding of both internal and public-facing aspects of law enforcement.

Prior to her career in law enforcement, Sergeant Oliveri worked in marketing and in the pneumatic components industry. This professional experience contributes a fresh and strategic perspective to her new role, where she aims to enhance media engagement and foster strong community relationships.

The Sheriff’s Office also expressed appreciation to PIO Sergeant Russell Davis for his service with the Media Relations Unit. Sergeant Davis will be returning to the West Valley Patrol Division Administration and will continue supporting the Media Relations Unit in a reduced capacity.