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DANIEL EDWARDS, Sheriff Welcome to the Tangipahoa Sheriff’s Office Website. Our goal is to be the best Sheriff’s Office in the state. As your sheriff, it is my intention to provide the citizens of Tangipahoa Parish the information they need about the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office. This website is very informative and I hope it helps you understand a little more about the work we do and the dedication and commitment of the men and women who serve our parish. Daniel Edwards, Sheriff We value your feedback. Click Here to let us know what you think of our new website. Audit ReportHAMMOND - Sheriff Daniel Edwards released the Audit Report for the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2009, prepared by the firm of Postlethwaite & Netterville, a regional accounting firm with significant expertise in governmental audits.The Audit Report, which was filed with the Legislative Auditor on December 31, provided an Unqualified Opinion, the “gold standard” for auditing results, indicating the auditors found no significant deficiencies in the financial statements or accounting practices of the Sheriff’s Office. The auditors had no “findings” and no recommendations for improvement in financial reporting, internal controls or administration of federal programs. The Postlethwaite & Netterville audit compliance issues as well, and it verified that all standards of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget relating to federal programs administered by the Sheriff’s Office were complied with. Over the course of the Fiscal Year, the audit found that Net Assets under the administration of the Sheriff increased 25.7%; total revenues increased 13.1%. Approximately 42% of the Sheriff’s Office revenues come from tax collections for ad valorem taxes in Tangipahoa Parish; another 6% comes from state and federal programs, and an additional 42% of the Sheriff’s Department revenue comes from charges for services, including commissions on judicial sales and prisoner housing. The remaining 10% is comprised of miscellaneous fees and other inter-governmental revenue. At the conclusion of the Fiscal Year, the fund balance of the Sheriff’s Office stood at $4.9 million, an increase over the previous year of $1,257,400 which was the result of increased collections in ad valorem tax revenue. The auditor found that the fund balance was adequate for the current needs of the Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Edwards indicated that he was pleased with the Audit Report, offering congratulations to his Chief Financial Officer, Tonilyn Norris, CPA, and the accounting staff of the Sheriff’s Office. “We go to great pains to follow ‘best practices’ in our budgeting and accounting functions, and this Audit Report shows that our efforts are paying off”, Sheriff Edwards said when presenting the Audit Report. Recruiting OpportunityThe Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office is looking for a full time Uniform Patrol Deputy. This recruitment request is for all hours: days, nights, weekends and holidays.As a Uniform Patrol Deputy, you will be responsible for upholding and enforcing all laws. You will be a leader in crime prevention and will be expected to provide excellent service to the citizens of Tangipahoa Parish. Each applicant must be at least 21 years of age. Additional requirements: Basic Computer Skills Report writing High School Diploma / GED which must be presented with the application. Applicant must be able to pass a drug test and background screening. You must apply for this position in person at either our Hammond or Amite Office. The deadline to apply for this position is Tuesday August 24th @ 4:00 pm. If you have any questions regarding this position, please call our Human Resource Department at 985.902.2063. Recruting OpportunityThe Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office is looking for qualified applicants to work as a Corrections Officer in the Parish Jail.This role is a full time position, Night Shifts (6:00 pm – 6:00 am). Nights, weekends and holidays are included in the schedule rotation. As an entry level position, a Corrections Officer is responsible for the intake, transport, release and custody care/control of all inmates. Required skills include, basic computer ability, report writing and communication, and the ability to climb stairs and stand for extended periods of time. This role requires a high school diploma or GED; a valid drivers license (must be presented at time of application). Must be18 years of age or older. The applicant must be able to pass a drug test, background/comsumer screening prior to hire. The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office is an equal employment opportunity agency and offers career advancement within each department. To apply for this position, you must do so in person at either of our main locations. We will be accepting applications Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, with a deadline of August 31, 2010. Please visit us at the following locations: TPSO Hammond Substation 15475 Club Deluxe Rd. Hammond, LA TPSO Amite Office 313 East Oak St. Amite, LA NEWS & PRESS RELEASEAug 1, 2010 - Aug 31, 2010- Tickfaw man arrested foe Second Degree Murder - Update to Rogers\'s Murder Investigation: - Murder Suspect Sought by TPSO |