Ms. Hutak when she was a SWAT officer. LASD Twitter.
March 8, 2022
Pico Rivera — In celebration of International Women’s Day, Senator Bob Archuleta (D-Pico Rivera) recognized Pico Rivera Sheriff’s Station Captain Jodi Hutak as Woman of the Year for Senate District 32 for her long career in public service in Los Angeles County.
“Captain Hutak’s record of public service to Los Angeles County and its people exemplifies leadership and is a model of professionalism that we should all strive to emulate,” Senator Archuleta said. “It is a privilege during Women’s History Month to recognize Captain Jodi Hutak as Woman of the Year for Senate District 32.”
Captain Hutak, a 22-year veteran of the Sheriff’s Department, led the station with a wealth of knowledge, experience and familiarity with the community. These traits have been invaluable during the recent public health crisis.
She has led her station in many of the city’s public safety programs, such as food and personal protective equipment distribution events, as well as COVID-19 screening and vaccination programs.
“I commend Captain Hutak for her work in keeping the community safe and well-being, while strengthening partnerships with people living and working in the city, especially during this public health crisis,” said Senator Archuleta.
“Her community has looked up to her and the station staff during these extraordinary times, and will continue to rely on her leadership in public safety in the years to come, in partnership with my office and other stakeholders. Congratulations Captain Hutak and thank you for all you do in the service of public safety.
The Pico Rivera County Sheriff’s Station in Los Angeles serves a thriving community that provides opportunities for all who live, work and play in the city.
Prior to his election to the State Senate, Bob Archuleta was mayor of Pico Rivera and worked alongside the Pico Rivera Sheriff’s Substation on public safety and community outreach efforts. With his background in law enforcement, Senator Archuleta knows the immense responsibilities that our law enforcement partners have in protecting public safety.
Captain Hutak was featured in the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department LASD Women’s Deputy 100th Anniversary Exhibit, a tribute highlighting the history of women in law enforcement and the
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Along with a desire to preserve the legacy of women in law enforcement, she is a mentor to others, empowering them to achieve their career goals.
Outside of her duties, Captain Hutak has spent her time coaching youth soccer in the towns of La Mirada, Whittier and Fullerton. Between his nearly four decades as a competitive athlete, coupled with undergraduate and graduate degrees in the field of kinesiology and sports science, his passion is to share this knowledge to help others not only to seek high-level sports performance, but also to live a healthier lifestyle.
Captain Hutak is the proud parent of a teenage son and an adult son-in-law. She resides in the town of La Habra Heights where she spends time working out or enjoying a variety of outdoor activities including running, hiking, and biking.
