Chief Penelope Sapp
Chief Penelope Sapp is originally from Covina, California. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Chapman University in 2007 and a Master of Justice Administration from Norwich University in 2009. She is currently completing her dissertation toward a Doctor of Philosophy in Law and Public Policy at Walden University.
Sapp began her career with the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office in October 2002 as a Corrections Officer. She was promoted to Sergeant in 2007, where she supervised jail operations and training. In 2014, she was promoted to Lieutenant, serving first as the Jail Operations Lieutenant before transitioning to the Support Lieutenant role. In May 2021, she was appointed Chief of Corrections.
As Support Lieutenant, Sapp led efforts to expand reentry services for incarcerated individuals, including implementing Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) programs to help individuals successfully transition back into the community.
In 2017, Governor Jay Inslee appointed Sapp to serve as a Commissioner for the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission, where she helps establish high standards and exceptional training for law enforcement professionals throughout Washington.
Sapp has a long history of community service. In 2004, she founded the nonprofit organization Kitsap Shop with a Cop, which she continues to support as a board member. Each year, the program provides more than 120 local children in need with the opportunity to shop for holiday gifts alongside law enforcement officers.
In 2016, Sapp led the successful effort to designate a portion of State Route 16 in honor of fallen Washington State Patrol Trooper Tony Radulescu.
She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Kitsap Fair and Stampede and previously served on the board of the Kitsap Sexual Assault Center. She also serves as the Community Service Chair for the Port Orchard Rotary Club.
Throughout her career, Sapp has received numerous professional recognitions. She was named Corrections Officer of the Year in 2004 and received the Distinguished and Devoted Service Award in 2017, along with several other commendations recognizing her leadership and service.
On June 15, 2026, the Kitsap County Board of Commissioners appointed Sapp as Acting Sheriff, effective June 29, 2026. She served in that role until an Interim Sheriff was appointed on August 24, 2026.
Chief Jeffrey Menge
Chief Jeffrey Menge is a native of Medford, Oregon. He earned a bachelor's degree from Southern Oregon University before receiving his Juris Doctor from the Seattle University School of Law.
Chief Menge began his public service career as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney with the Kitsap County Prosecutor's Office, where he served for three years before joining the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office as a Deputy Sheriff in 2003.
He served as a Patrol Deputy for nine years before being promoted to Sergeant in 2012. As a Patrol Sergeant, he supervised patrol operations until 2016, when he was promoted to Lieutenant. In that role, he managed the Civil and Support Services Divisions and the Office of Professional Standards. From September 2020 until January 2021, he served as Acting Chief of Support Services before being appointed Chief of Patrol. Chief Menge is currently overseeing Civil, Support Services, Financial, and the Public Information Officer.
Throughout his career, Chief Menge has served in a variety of specialized assignments, including Marine Patrol, the Special Investigative Unit Knock and Talk Team, and as a hearing examiner for the cities of Bremerton and Poulsbo. He has also led several significant agency initiatives, including implementing the Lexipol Policy Manual and the ongoing replacement of the Sheriff's Office's multi-agency records management system.
As a Lieutenant, Chief Menge led the Sheriff's Office Peer Support Team and Wellness Committee while serving as the agency's Accreditation Manager. He continues to serve as a peer supporter and remains an active member of the Wellness Committee.
Chief Menge is a graduate of Leadership Kitsap and served on its Board of Directors. His leadership reflects a strong commitment to professional excellence, employee wellness, organizational improvement, and public service.
Chief Brandon Myers
Chief Brandon Myers is a second-generation Kitsap County native, born and raised in the community he proudly serves. He attended Central Kitsap schools and Olympic College before beginning a career in law enforcement that has spanned more than two decades.
Chief Myers began his law enforcement journey at the age of 17 as an Explorer Cadet with the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office. Since then, he has served in a variety of roles, including Reserve Deputy, 911 Dispatcher, Patrol Deputy, Patrol Sergeant, Support Services Sergeant, Detective Sergeant, and Chief. On June 29, 2026, he was promoted to Chief of the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office.
Throughout his career, Chief Myers has gained extensive experience in patrol operations, crisis intervention, field training, academy instruction, strategic planning, criminal investigations, and the oversight of critical support functions, including Records and Civil Services. Prior to his promotion, he served as Detective Sergeant, supervising complex criminal investigations and investigative personnel.
Chief Myers has completed advanced training in homicide investigations, crime scene photography and processing, and Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) investigations. He also serves as a lead investigator on the Independent Investigations Team responsible for investigating officer-involved incidents.
Beyond his law enforcement career, Chief Myers is actively engaged in community leadership throughout Kitsap County. He serves as President of the Board of Directors for Central Stage Theatre of County Kitsap (CSTOCK), an organization he has been involved with for more than 25 years. He previously served eight years as an appointed member of the Central Kitsap Community Council, including terms as both Chair and Vice Chair. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Leadership Kitsap, reflecting his commitment to civic engagement and community partnerships.
Chief Myers is a recipient of the FBI-LEEDA Trilogy Award, recognizing his completion of advanced leadership training in supervision, command, and executive leadership. He was also honored as a Kitsap County 20 Under 40 recipient and received the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) 40 Under 40 Award, recognizing emerging law enforcement leaders from around the world. He is a graduate of Leadership Kitsap's Class of 2024.
