Career

Darin Rice's Career

Darin currently serves as the Field Services Captain for the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office, overseeing patrol and investigative operations across the agency. With a 25-year career in law enforcement, he has held progressively responsible positions demonstrating leadership, operational expertise, and commitment to public service.

Career Progression

2001 – 2004
Corrections Deputy
2004 – 2007
Patrol Deputy
2007
Detective
2008 – 2010
Corrections Sergeant
2010 – 2011
Detective Sergeant
2011 – 2012
Patrol Lieutenant
2012 – 2017
Training and Special Operations Lieutenant
2017 – 2025
Professional Standards Lieutenant
2025 – Present
Field Services Captain

Special Teams Experience

Throughout his tenure on special teams, Darin has focused on delivering high-quality service to both the Sheriff’s Office and the community, balancing operational readiness with public safety priorities.

2004 – 2007
Crisis Negotiator
2007 – 2015
Tactical Crowd Control Team

Roles: Team Member, Team Leader, Team Commander

2007 – Present
Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team

Roles: Entry Team Member, Team Leader, Team Commander, Incident Command

2023 – Present
Dive Team

Role: Incident Command

2023 – Present
Accident Reconstruction Team

Role: Incident Command