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My name is Steven Dombek, and I am the School Resource Officer for Allegany Limestone Middle High School. I live here in the Allegany area with my family, my dog Walter and two cats. I am actually an Allegany Limestone Central School alumnus of 2001, and always wanted to give back to my school. I am currently employed with the Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office since 2006 as a Deputy Sheriff, but my career in Law Enforcement started in 2003 with the Village of Allegany Police Department, then with the City of Salamanca Police Department for a short while.
Outside of work, I am part of the Christmas in Allegany Santa House as a Board member. Helping to create and make memories for people in the holiday season with a chance to see a decorated house with Santa in it. Also, I am on the Criminal Justice Advisory Board for CA BOCES, and with that we continue to make sure that the course stays fresh with the new topics and current trends in Law Enforcement.
I became a Police Officer to assist in safeguarding my community and I am passionate about building relationships with the citizens. I actually started my School Resource Officer journey in the City of Salamanca School District where I was placed at Prospect Elementary for over 5 years.
I want to do my part in demonstrating a good role model, but also the importance of good decision making, being responsible, knowing their worth, and positive ways of dealing with stressful situations. I am an advocate for mental health, self-care, emotional well-being, communication, mindfulness, and accountability.
With my years of service, I have also been able to gain additional certifications to add to my resources for the community. Currently, I am in charge of the Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office Car Seat Division as a Car Seat Technician level Proxy. I am able to check car seats, install them, educate families and be a resource for other technicians in the area. I am also lucky enough to be the region 12 representative for the State of New York Police Juvenile Officer Association. This organization helps train Law Enforcement in obtaining their School Resource Officer and Juvenile Officer certification through NYS.
An achievement I am proud of is being awarded the Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office Meritorious award in 2019. In the 200+ years of the Sheriff's Office existence, I am only the 17th person to be awarded this for a critical incident that happened in the Town of Machias. That year I was also awarded the Sheriff’s Star Award for the Administration Division for my work as a School Resource Officer.
There is a lot that I hope to achieve while I am here at Allegany Limestone. Currently, I am working on creating the school’s first ever Trap Team. I was fortunate enough to help with the Trap Team for a few years while I was at Salamanca. Additionally, the Principal, Mr. Steger and myself are looking at an Outdoor Adventure Club. Helping to get students outside to enjoy the outdoors, but learn some skills as well.
I look forward to being a part of this district, and GO GATORS !!!!!!!!!!!!!