Josh Bayer
SWAT Commander | Tactical Operations Specialist | Law Enforcement Instructor

Josh Bayer is a highly experienced law enforcement professional with a strong background in tactical operations, officer training, and multi-agency task force leadership. He currently serves with the Sidney Police Department and is a member of the Sidney-Piqua Tactical Response Team (TRT), bringing over a decade of specialized experience to his role.

Josh is an active contributor to the Ohio Tactical Officers Association (OTOA), where he serves as both a County Representative and a member of the RED Team Cadre, instructing advanced tactical courses to officers across Ohio.

From 2011 to 2024, Josh served with the Allen County Sheriff’s Office, holding a wide range of critical positions including Deputy, Field Training Officer, Patrol Sergeant, Firearms Instructor, RDS Instructor, Task Force Officer, and Task Force Commander. His SWAT career progressed from Team Member to Team Leader and ultimately SWAT Commander, demonstrating his leadership in high-risk operational environments.

Key Areas of Expertise:

• SWAT Command and Tactical Team Operations

• Firearms and Red Dot Sight (RDS) Instruction

• Task Force Leadership and Interagency Collaboration

• Field Training and Officer Development

• Advanced Tactical Instruction (OTOA RED Team)

Josh Bayer’s commitment to tactical excellence, modern policing practices, and officer readiness continues to influence and elevate law enforcement standards throughout the region. His leadership, both in the field and in the classroom, positions him as a respected figure in Ohio’s tactical law enforcement community.