Administration

 

 

Sheriff William "Bill" Rios

Sheriff William (Bill) Rios began his law enforcement career in 1983 with the Houston Police Department at just 21 years old. Over the course of his 36-year career with the Houston Police Department, he worked primarily in enforcement, spending nearly three decades in the Narcotics Division as both a case agent and a Sergeant supervising multiple squads.

In 2004, he was selected to serve in the Pro-Active Internal Affairs Division, an elite unit that reported directly to the Chief of Police and investigated allegations of officer misconduct. His commitment to integrity and accountability has been a guiding principle throughout his career.

After retiring from HPD in 2019, Sheriff Bill Rios and his wife, Irma, settled in Burleson County. In 2022, he returned to law enforcement - first as a Reserve Deputy, then as the Resource Deputy for Somerville ISD, protecting what he calls "our most precious resource - our children."

Today, as Sheriff of Burleson County, he remains committed to public safety, community trust, and the values of integrity and service. Law enforcement is a family tradition for Sheriff Bill Rios; his son is a Sergeant with HPD, and his daughter is a Deputy with Harris County.

Sheriff Bill Rios is proud to serve the citizens of Burleson County and is dedicated to building a safer, stronger community for everyone.

 

Chief Deputy David Simmons

Chief Deputy David Simmons is a veteran law enforcement officer with over 40 years of experience in policing, investigations, and leadership. An Army veteran with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, he brings a lifetime of service and professionalism to the Burleson County Sheriff's Office. He is married to a retired FBI Special Agent and is committed to supporting the Sheriff and serving the citizens of Burleson County with integrity and dedication.

 

 

Sheriff's Administrative Assistant

Crystal Bernstein began her career in public service with Burleson County in 2013, initially serving as the Intake Coordinator for the District Attorney's Office. In this foundational role, she managed the initial stages of legal case processing and developed key administrative and organizational skills. In 2018, she transitioned to the Burleson County Sheriff's Office, where she currently serves as the Sheriff's Administrative Assistant. In this multifaceted role, Ms. Bernstein manages critical administrative, financial, and operational functions for both the Sheriff's Office and the County Jail. Her extensive duties include comprehensive financial record-keeping and processing monthly bills. Ms. Bernstein is central to the county's civil process operations, handling all civil paperwork for constables and deputies, billing the Attorney General's office monthly for these services, and managing the logistics of the annual Sheriff's Sale alongside legal counsel. Furthermore, she plays a vital role in case management. Through her diverse responsibilities Crystal Bernstein serves as an indispensable administrative anchor for the Burleson County Sheriff's Office, ensuring seamless coordination between law enforcement operations, county courts, and the public they serve.

 

 

The Burleson County Sheriff's Office Administration is available Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. They can be reached by calling (979) 567-4343 or by email.

Sheriff William "Bill" Rios	[email protected]
Chief Deputy David Simmons	[email protected]
Lieutenant Chad Elkins	[email protected]
Lieutenant Jerome Plair	[email protected]
Jail Administrator Sam Davee	[email protected]
Lieutenant Al Horak	[email protected]
Dispatch Supervisor Nicole Colley	[email protected]
Sheriff's Administrative Assistant Crystal Bernstein	[email protected]