04/17/2026
Retirement Announcement – Steve Anderson
After more than 27 years of dedicated service, the Tuscola County Sheriff’s Office congratulates Emergency Services Coordinator Steve Anderson on his upcoming retirement on April 18, 2026.
Steve began his career with the Sheriff’s Office in 1998 in Corrections, moving to Road Patrol in 1999, where he quickly established himself as a dependable officer and leader. In 2012, Steve was appointed as Tuscola County Emergency Manager, a role he has served with professionalism, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to the safety of our community.
Steve holds a Criminal Justice degree from Delta College and throughout his career has pursued extensive professional development. He is a graduate of the Emergency Management Institute (2011) and earned the designation of Professional Emergency Manager from the State of Michigan. Steve also served as a Fi****ms Instructor and Armorer, Field Training Officer, and became an Advanced A.L.I.C.E. Training Instructor in 2015, helping prepare schools and organizations for critical incident response.
As Emergency Manager, Steve coordinated and led countywide emergency preparedness and disaster response planning, working closely with local fire departments, EMS, law enforcement agencies, hospitals, public health officials, and local government leaders. He collaborated with numerous state and federal agencies including the Michigan State Police Emergency Management Division, FEMA, and the Department of Homeland Security, ensuring Tuscola County remained prepared for emergencies ranging from severe weather and infrastructure disruptions to large-scale public safety incidents.
Steve also worked tirelessly to secure hundreds of thousands of dollars in grants, bringing valuable equipment, training opportunities, and resources to agencies across Tuscola County. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Steve played a key role in coordinating county response efforts and obtaining critical supplies needed to support local agencies and residents during an unprecedented crisis.
Over the course of his career, Steve dedicated countless hours to training and preparedness, assisting not only agencies throughout Tuscola County but also neighboring jurisdictions when called upon. He has helped the county navigate numerous disasters and emergency events, many of which required long hours behind the scenes coordinating response, resources, and recovery.
Organization involvement:
1. Bay County Active Assailant Task Force
2. Michigan – Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) Executive Board Member- Tuscola/Thumb
MABAS 33-04 Coordinator
3. Region 3 Homeland Security Planning Board – Secretary
4. Region 3 Law Enforcement terrorism Prevention Activities – Tuscola Police Chiefs Liaison – Vice
Chair
5. Region 3 Planning Board for the Healthcare Coalition – R3HSPB liaison
6. Saginaw River All Hazards w/USCG
7. Saginaw/Tuscola Medical Control Authority Advisory Committee
8. Thumb Region traffic Safety Network Meeting
9. Tri-County Fire Chiefs
10. Tuscola County All Hazards – facilitator
11. Tuscola County Authority Board
12. Tuscola County Court Security
13. Tuscola County Fire Association
14. Tuscola County Fire Chiefs
15. Tuscola County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) – facilitator
16. Tuscola County Overdose Fatality Review
17. Tuscola County Police Chiefs
18. Tuscola County School Safety Meetings
19. Tuscola County Superintendents Meetings – as requested
20. Tuscola County Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)
In addition to these formal recognitions, Steve has received numerous letters of appreciation from other law enforcement agencies, local businesses, and residents throughout the community recognizing his professionalism, assistance, and dedication to public service.
Steve’s commitment to service has been recognized with numerous awards including:
• Meritorious Service Award – 2002
• Commendation for Valor – 2002
• Professional Excellence Awards – 2004 (x3)
• Professional Excellence Award – 2005
• Professional Excellence Award – 2007
• Professional Excellence Award – 2012
• Professional Excellence Award – 2016
• Employee of the Year – 2011
Steve Anderson’s career reflects dedication, professionalism, and a deep commitment to public safety and the residents of Tuscola County. His leadership, experience, and willingness to assist others will be greatly missed.
Please join us in thanking Steve for his years of service and wishing him the very best in his well-earned retirement.
