Travis Rosaaen
Administrative Captain, Sidney Police Department
For more than two decades, Travis Rosaaen has been a steady and trusted presence in Sidney, both as a law enforcement officer and as a community leader. With 24 years of service in the Sidney Police Department, Travis has worked his way up from patrol officer to his current role as Administrative Captain, all while staying deeply involved in mentoring youth, coaching sports, and supporting local organizations. His story is one of commitment to the place he has always called home.
A lifelong resident of Sidney, Travis graduated from Sidney High School in 1996 before attending Minot State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and an associate’s degree in psychology. His journey into law enforcement was sparked as early as high school, when a class career report helped him see a future in public service. While the idea of becoming a lawyer initially crossed his mind, he realized that his path would be better spent directly serving his community, and he never looked back.
Travis joined the Sidney Police Department in 2001 and has since dedicated himself to keeping his hometown safe. Along the way, he also served as the department’s D.A.R.E. officer, educating students about the dangers of drugs and forming relationships with young people that extend beyond the classroom. “What I enjoy most about my work is the people,” Travis says. “Over the years, I’ve made lifelong friends through the department. Those relationships have meant a lot.”
But Travis’s contributions to Sidney reach far beyond his badge. A passionate supporter of youth sports, he’s spent more than 20 years umpiring softball and currently serves as an assistant coach for the Sidney High School Softball team. He’s entering his fifth year officiating high school and middle school volleyball, and coaches a 9U summer softball team that his youngest daughter plays on. His involvement began when his older daughter joined softball and now, years later, he’s a familiar and steady presence at ballfields across the community.
His love of youth mentorship also extends to organizations like the Boy Scouts, where he’s been active since 2003 and currently serves as Troop Committee Chair for Troop 141. He’s also part of the Eagle Foundation, which supports Sidney’s schools, and serves on the board for Sidney Fastpitch Softball and the Richland County Sports Complex, an initiative he helped found. His dedication also includes involvement with the Sidney Moose Lodge, Lower Yellowstone Masonic Lodge #90, and the Richland Shrine Club.
Despite his long list of roles and accomplishments, Travis remains humble. “Even though I’m involved in several groups, I don’t like to be publicly recognized for them,” he says. “I do it because I want to help others and improve the areas where we live, work, and raise families.”
At home, Travis is just as proud of his role as husband and father. He met his wife, Melissa, in 2005, and the two married in 2007. Together, they are raising two daughters, Madison (16) and Hadley (10), who keep the family busy with school, sports, and shared adventures. “My biggest accomplishment is my family,” Travis says. “They keep me grounded, and I’m very proud of my daughters.”
When he’s not working or volunteering, Travis enjoys cooking, attending concerts, and taking trips with his family. Whether wearing his police uniform or standing behind home plate with a whistle, he’s focused on the same mission: serving and strengthening the Sidney community that raised him. With decades of service, leadership, and mentorship under his belt, Travis Rosaaen exemplifies the kind of hometown hero who helps small communities thrive, quietly, consistently, and with a genuine heart.