On Friday, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced his appointment of Sean Duryee as commissioner of the California Highway Patrol.

Duryee has been serving as acting CHP commissioner and has held several roles since 1998.

“A veteran of the CHP, Commissioner Duryee has dedicated his career to serving the people of California, starting as a Cadet decades ago,” said Gov. Newsom. “His leadership, extensive experience and dedication will continue to serve California well and I thank him for taking on this new role.”

Duryee, 48, of Galt, has served as acting commissioner of the California Highway Patrol since January, following the retirement of Commissioner Amanda Ray.

He served in several positions at CHP from 1998 to 2022, including Deputy commissioner, executive assistant to the commissioner, special representative to the Legislature, commander of the Department’s Commercial Vehicle Section, academy instructor and cadet.

He is a coach for the Liberty Ranch High School Girls Varsity Basketball Team.

This position requires Senate confirmation and the compensation is $315,348. Duryee is registered without party preference.