09/16/2026
Last night, Chief Ruby had the opportunity to introduce Deputy Josh McKelvey to the Eagle City Council. Deputy McKelvey began his career in law enforcement in 2005 as a dispatcher with the Ada County Sheriff's Office (ACSO). Two years later he decided to work in the Ada County Jail as a detention deputy. During his time as a detention deputy, Deputy McKelvey enjoyed being a jail training officer, helping train the next generation of deputies. He worked as jail deputy until 2020, when he transferred to the Police Services Bureau to be a patrol deputy.
In 2022, Deputy McKelvey took on a position with the City of Kuna Police Department. In 2025, Deputy McKelvey was selected to be a part of the motor team with the ACSO, before transferring to Eagle to become part of the STEP (motor) team.
During this time, Deputy McKelvey also worked to become an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) instructor, in addition to serving as an impact weapons instructor. He is also a part of the off-road teams, specifically utilizing the UTV and off-road Motorcycles to help in the foothills with searches for people who may be lost or are in need of help.
Recently, Deputy McKelvey achieved his POST Master's certification.
Outside of work, Deputy McKelvey enjoys hiking and camping with his wife of 29 years and their two golden retrievers. He enjoys long-distance off-road outings on his adventure bike.