On Monday, March 30, 2026, Sandra McDuffy proudly took her Oath of Office as a 911 Dispatcher, sworn in by Chief Chris Chapanar. Sandra officially joins the Coos Bay Police Department and the North Coos 911 Dispatch Team, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to public service.

Sandra McDuffy grew up in Reedsport, Oregon and is a proud mother of two boys, ages eight and eleven. She brings with her a strong background in education and public safety, including ten years of dispatching experience with the Reedsport Police Department. Sandra has also served as Dean of Students at Reedsport Community Charter School while continuing to work part‑time in dispatch.

Sandra holds certification in Emergency Medical Dispatch and Basic Telecommunications through the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST). She is excited to return to dispatch full time, expanding her skills as a communications officer, and continuing to give back to the community.

We are proud to welcome Sandra McDuffy to our team and grateful for the experience, dedication, and strong community values she brings to our organization.