Experience | Bill Sharp For Clare

Law Enforcement Experience

12 Years of Service

Clare County Sheriff's Officer

Road Patrol

For the past 12 years, Bill Sharp has served the citizens of Clare County within the Sheriff’s Office. His experience across patrol, school safety, criminal investigations, and supervision has given him a comprehensive understanding of the agency and the community it serves.

Frontline Law Enforcement

Bill began his law enforcement career on road patrol, responding to emergencies, investigating complaints, enforcing the law, and assisting Clare County residents during some of their most difficult moments.

School Resource Office

Protecting Students and Staff

Investigations and Leadership

Detective Sergeant and Patrol Supervision

Bill served for two years as a School Resource Officer at Farwell Area Schools. In this role, he worked directly with students, educators, families, and school administrators to help maintain a safe and supportive learning environment.

Bill spent five years as a Detective Sergeant managing complex criminal investigations. He has also served in road-patrol supervision, providing leadership, supporting deputies, and helping coordinate effective responses to incidents throughout Clare County.

Six Years of Specialized Service

Emergency Response Team Experience

Bill served for six years as a SWAT/Emergency Response Team operator, preparing for and responding to high-risk and complex incidents. This role required specialized tactical training, sound judgment under pressure, teamwork, and coordination with other law-enforcement and emergency-response agencies.

Specialized Training & Preparation

Certified scuba diver with training applicable to water-related operations and emergency situations.
Advanced training in CPR, tactical medical response, and survival techniques.
Continued firearms training and proficiency focused on safe, responsible, and effective law-enforcement response.

Bill believes professional development must continue throughout a law-enforcement career. He is committed to expanding training opportunities and ensuring Clare County Sheriff’s Office personnel are prepared to serve the community safely and professionally.