The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office has a new chief deputy following the retirement of a three-decade veteran. Andy Iverson has been named to the position, stepping into a role vacated when Alex Hamilton concluded his career with the office on April 29.
Iverson is no stranger to the department — he first joined the Sheriff’s Office in 1995, giving him more than 30 years of institutional experience across nearly every level of the organization. Over that span, he has worked as a detention deputy, court marshal, patrol sergeant, detective, and most recently as captain of the Criminal Division.
A Veteran Voice Steps Into Leadership
As chief deputy, Iverson will take on a broad administrative portfolio that includes budgeting, personnel oversight, and day-to-day management of the office’s operations. The appointment is effective immediately.
Sheriff Tony Manu expressed confidence in the transition, saying Iverson “has been an asset to this office for more than 30 years” and will “do a great job in this new role.”
Iverson’s elevation also triggered a pair of promotions within the office. Jeremy Taysom moves up to captain of the Criminal Division — the position Iverson previously held — while Jason Durham has been promoted to lieutenant overseeing the Detective Division.
Hamilton Reflects on a Career Built Around People
Hamilton’s retirement closes a chapter spanning more than 30 years with the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office. In remarks tied to his departure, Hamilton pointed to the human side of law enforcement work as what he’ll carry with him most. He described having the chance to work alongside individuals battling addiction and witnessing real, lasting change in their lives — calling those moments the best parts of his career.
Hamilton’s last day with the office was April 29.
The leadership reshuffling comes at a period of ongoing activity in local government across Bannock County. Residents following county and municipal affairs have also been tracking recent developments including Idaho’s May 2026 primary election results and a proposal that could see Pocatello City Hall relocate to the historic federal courthouse downtown.
What Comes Next
With the promotions now in place, the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office moves forward under a leadership structure that draws heavily on long-tenured personnel who have worked their way up through the ranks. Iverson’s familiarity with the office — from its detention operations to its investigative divisions — positions him to step into the administrative role with minimal transition disruption. Sheriff Manu has not announced any additional personnel changes at this time, and the new command structure appears set as the office heads into the summer months.