Amos J. Olivarez Sr.’s connection to the Bloomington Police Department started before he officially joined the team. He first served on the interview panel for the Chief of Police and later joined the mission, vision and values team, helping shape the department’s guiding principles through a community centered perspective. That early involvement led to his current role as the department’s wellness officer.
In his role, Olivarez focuses on supporting the people behind the badge. He leads wellness efforts that promote physical, mental and emotional health for both sworn officers and civilian staff. Alongside department leadership, he helps weave wellness into the everyday department culture, encourages healthy work-life balance and ensures programs meet staff needs.
For Olivarez, the work hits close to home.
“Everything in my life where I live, where my kids go to school is right here,” he said. “I hope communities rally around their police departments, recognizing the unseen work they do every day.”
Through his dedication, Olivarez helps build a healthier department and a stronger, more connected community.
