Anonymous Drug Tip Line: 740-695-DRUG (3784) HOME STAFF DEPARTMENTS SHERIFF’S SALE ESORN JAIL FEEDBACK INFORMATION REPORT A CRIME Chief Deputy James G. Zusack Zusack is a 1987 graduate of St. Clairsville High School. On January 6th 1991, he obtained an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Akron. While attending college in Akron, Sheriff Tom McCort appointed him as a reserve Deputy with the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office on March 21st 1989. Zusack worked two years through a Summer Help program, which was developed by the Belmont County Commissioners, at the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office. Zusack attended the Ohio Peace Officer’s Training Academy at Jefferson Technical College and graduated in May of 1991. Sheriff Tom McCort hired Zusack as a full time Jail Deputy on November 17, 1991. After working five years in the jail, Zusack accepted a Road Patrol position. On October 21st, 2001, Sheriff McCort promoted Zusack to Road Patrol Sergeant. In October of 2009 Zusack accepted a new position as the S.O.R.N. / Training Officer under the direction of Sheriff Fred Thompson. His responsibilities were tracking registered sex offenders residing in Belmont County and coordinating training of all staff. Sheriff David M. Lucas came into office on January 1st, 2013. After the retirement of Chief Bill Artrip, Sheriff David M. Lucas offered the position of Chief Deputy to Zusack. Chief James G. Zusack accepted and started his new duties on March 1st, 2014. Chief Zusack was a 17 year member of the Belmont County Special Operations Branch which was developed by Sheriff David M. Lucas. As a member of this branch Zusack received extensive training in special weapons and tactics. Chief Zusack implemented the Project Lifesaver program which is still provided by the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office. Zusack has also been involved with the Safety Camp for Kids sponsored by Belmont Community Hospital in Bellaire, a division of Wheeling Hospital, for four years. Chief Zusack is determined to work with Sheriff David M. Lucas to provide the citizens of Belmont County with quality service and protection. Sheriff's Sales November December January Crime Stoppers The tip line may exclusively be reached at 877-847-7487. Tips will NOT be accepted through social media, websites or email in order to ensure confidentiality. The Crime Stoppers of the Upper Ohio Valley website is www.crimestoppersuov.com. Road Advisory There are currently no road advisories for Belmont County. Links 24 Hour Crisis Intervention Services Southeast Health Care: 740-695-0032 or 800-354-4357 Buckeye State Sheriff's Association National Weather Service Sex Offender Registry Search HIS Victim Notification Program Additional Links News by Category In the News Sheriff's Office News Press Releases Road Closures Snow Emergency Levels Wanted Recent Posts Belmont County Snow Emergency Canceled Belmont County Now Under Level One Snow Emergency Belmont County Snow Emergency Canceled Belmont County Now Under Level One Snow Emergency Belmont County Now Under Level Two Snow Emergency Copyright © 2013-2021 Belmont County Sheriff's Office. All Rights Reserved. Staff E-mail Access Designed by 10T Web Design.