Darren currently serves as Supervisor Roberts' Chief of Staff, where he directs a talented and dedicated staff of policy experts and field representatives. He is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the office as well as the implementation of Supervisor Roberts' ambitious agenda for County government.

Darren doubles as the Supervisor's point person to the media, where he is charged with providing the public with an accounting of Supervisor Roberts' activities and achievements through television, radio, print and Internet media.

Additionally, Darren works with Supervisor Roberts in crafting major speeches. He also has developed several policy initiatives, including a proposal to rid the County’s investment pool of tobacco stocks, and pursuing State legislation that would give parents access to the criminal records of daycare workers.

In 2003, Darren took a leave of absence to work on Arnold Schwarzenegger's campaign for Governor of California. He served as media liaison for Maria Shriver and also coordinated election day media coverage at the Schwarzenegger's polling place in Pacific Palisades.

Apart from work, Darren was instrumental in the creation of the popular Ice Rink at Horton Square downtown, the proceeds of which benefit Children's Hospital. He also is part of a group of San Diego State graduates who are working to enhance the university’s Journalism Department.

Darren received a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from San Diego State University, with a minor in Political Science. He resides in Escondido with his wife Kimberly.