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Brian Eldridge is a dedicated law enforcement professional and the President of the Mesa County Deputy Sheriff Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #75, representing the committed deputies and staff who serve the residents of Mesa County. A proud graduate of Colorado Mesa University, Brian began his public service career as a Seasonal Police Officer with Colorado Parks and Wildlife, where his passion for community engagement and public safety was first put into action.
Brian went on to join the Mesa County Sheriff's Office, where he has served with distinction in a wide range of roles. His assignments have included Patrol Deputy, Field Training Officer, Firearms Instructor, Master Taser Instructor, Intelligence Officer, Patrol Supervisor, and Supervisor of the Crime Reduction Unit. In each of these positions, Brian has demonstrated a strong commitment to officer development, operational readiness, and proactive policing strategies aimed at reducing crime and building safer communities.
As President, Brian brings a steady, experienced voice to the table - advocating for the safety, rights, and professional interests of the men and women who serve Mesa County. He is deeply committed to supporting those who wear the badge and to strengthening the trust between law enforcement and the public.
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Sergeant Amanda Simon, a Colorado native, was raised on the eastern slope, where her dedication to public service was ignited at an early age by observing her parents' careers in the fire service. Upon graduating from Colorado Mesa University, Amanda commenced her career in law enforcement at the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office in 2015.
Amanda has distinguished herself through service in a diverse array of capacities. Her assignments have encompassed Detentions Deputy, Patrol Deputy, Field Training Officer, Crime Reduction Unit, SFST Instructor, and Drug Recognition Expert. In 2023, she was promoted to Sergeant and has since been assigned to Patrol and the Field Training Program.
Amanda possesses a profound commitment to expertise and excellence. She is characterized by steadfastness, unwavering resolve, and adherence to a robust moral compass. Amanda is dedicated to serving both the residents of Mesa County and the esteemed personnel of the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office.
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Justin Montover is a proud native of Western Colorado with deep roots in the Grand Valley. He has dedicated nearly 13 years to the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office, where he currently serves as a Sergeant. Guided by a strong commitment to integrity, authenticity, and humility, Justin leads with a servant’s heart and an unwavering work ethic.
Family is the cornerstone of Justin’s life—he cherishes every moment with his loved ones and brings that same care and dedication to his role in public service. He treats and leads those around him as if they were his own family, fostering relationships built on trust and respect. Justin believes that one’s expectations should never outpace their own drive and effort, a philosophy that shapes his leadership style and inspires those he mentors.
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Craig Bowen loves Western Colorado and intends on retiring here. He has dedicated nearly 10 years to the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office, where he currently serves as a Sergeant. Craig started his law enforcement career in Utah, back in 1991. Guided by his faith, Craig has a strong moral compass, a deep commitment to integrity, he is compassionate, and has a passion for serving others. He fights for what is right, even when it is difficult, unpopular, or the odds are against him.
Faith and family are the cornerstones of Craig’s life. He has raised his family here and is now deeply rooted in his three granddaughters’ lives, two of which live here in the grand valley, the third is on the eastern slope. With his love for his faith and family, he uses that passion when mentoring and leading others and he loves seeing others achieve more than they thought was possible.
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Gary Pauls was born in Fruita, Colorado where he had a long family history. He's been with the Mesa County Sheriff's Office working in the detention facility for approximately 14 years, before transferring out to patrol.
Gary has been part of the Fraternal Order of Police Board of Lodge 75 since its inception. Gary proudly serves on the board and believes in being forthright and to the point. He also believes that the FOP can bring a positive future to the Mesa County Sheriff's Office.
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Jenna Reed began her career in law enforcement at the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office in August 2000. She spent five years in Records before transitioning to Patrol Service Technician in 2005. In 2008, she was sponsored to attend the local police academy. Having grown up within the agency, Jenna is deeply loyal and committed to advocating for the best interests of the employees.
During her nine years in Patrol, Jenna served as a Field Training Officer (FTO) and a dedicated member of the peer support team. She has been a strong advocate for the mental health of her coworkers and first responders across the state. In 2023–2024, she worked with lawmakers to successfully change state law, securing greater protections for officers and first responders utilizing peer support services. Following her patrol tenure, Jenna moved to a rotational investigator position within Complex Crimes, later securing a permanent core position on the team.
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Garrett Gross is a proud resident of Mesa County who loves all the outdoor recreation our beautiful valley has to offer. After graduating from Colorado Mesa University, he wanted to serve his community and did that by connecting people and businesses as the editor for a local magazine. This drive to help people led him to volunteer as a Victim’s Advocate with the Grand Junction Police Department. Volunteering continued to grow this passion for helping people in his community, and guided him to apply as a Sheriff’s Deputy in the Detentions Division.
Garrett continues to help and strengthen those around him by serving on the Peer Support team and on the Honor Guard team. As a Field Training Officer, he works diligently to guide Deputies in their new careers, encourages them to create a healthy work-life balance, and helps them develop a strong understanding of procedure to ensure safety for both inmates and staff. Garrett’s strong integrity shows by his commitment to faith and family, and he is always searching out opportunities to serve others around him.
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