County of San Joaquin Board of Supervisors Supervisor Robert Rickman

Supervisor Robert Rickman is very familiar with San Joaquin Valley—he is a third-generation resident. Having served as a councilmember and mayor of Tracy, he has deep roots in the community. He is a graduate of Tracy High School, and went on to obtain a law degree. Supervsior Rickman has served as an adjunct professor at ITT Tech, and also on the Criminal Justice Advisory Board at Humphrey University. He maintains partnerships and serves on committees for various groups and organizations focused on education, anti-bullying, and public safety. Besides being a supervisor, he works as a state police officer and sergeant.

First elected: Nov 10, 2020

Day job: State police officer and sergeant 

Alma mater: California State University Sacramento (bachelor’s degree); Humphreys School of Law (juris doctor).

Notable quote: “It’s my pleasure to provide funding to Escalon Strong. They offer a diversity of programs and services that will help so many in Escalon and the surrounding communities.” (Source: Escalon Times)

Committee, board, and commission assignments: Agriculture Advisory, California State Association of Counties, Community Development Block Grant Advisory Committee, County Facilities Review Committee, Eastern San Joaquin Groundwater Authority, Economic Development Association, Goodwin Tunnel Financing Authority, Mountain House Housing Advisory Board, Mountain House Public Financing Authority, San Joaquin Area Flood Control Agency, San Joaquin Council of Governments, San Joaquin Valley Air Quality Study Policy Committee, SJ Valley Regional Association of California Counties, SJ Valley Unified Air Pollution Control District, Tri-Valley - San Joaquin Valley Regional Rail Authority, Urban Counties of California