OUR AGENCY MISSION

    

     

    
It is the 
    mission of the Polk County Sheriff’s Office to serve the public by enhancing 
    our partnership with the community, and in so doing, protect life and 
    property, prevent crime, solve problems and foster good will through 
    courtesy and professionalism.

    
 

    
The Polk 
    County Sheriff’s Office shall maintain a correctional facility with the 
    highest degree of security to ensure the safety of the citizens, staff and 
    inmates.

    
 

    
VALUE STATEMENTS

    
In our 
    continuing pursuit of excellence, we, the members of the Polk County 
    Sheriff’s Office, are dedicated to, and proudly promote:

    

    DIGNITY

    

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    With Confidence and pride in ourselves, we strive to remain 
    compassionate and protect the rights of all citizens equally.

    

    INTEGRITY

    

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    We will be responsible for our conduct, both professionally 
    and personally.  We will be fair, honest, courteous and show strength of 
    character at all times.  We hold ourselves accountable to the highest 
    standards of ethical conduct and strive to be role models for all. 

    

    PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

    

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    We recognize the trust the public places in us and we accept 
    that responsibility.  We are devoted to providing quality service and strive 
    to remain effective, efficient and responsive to the changing needs of our 
    community while providing a safe environment.

    
Sworn or 
    civilian, full-time or part-time, we are proud to belong to this agency and 
    to promote these values.

    
 In addition, 
    the Sheriff is responsible for the following areas:

    
CORRECTIONS DIVISION

    
The Sheriff is 
    responsible for the custody, control and movement of inmates confined to the 
    Polk County Jail.  Committed to the jail are prisoners who may be charged 
    with any type of crime or violation.  The Sheriff is responsible to assure 
    that all prisoners are kept secure and properly cared for.

    
CIVIL DIVISION

    
The Civil 
    Division is a state mandated service of the Sheriff’s Office.  Its purpose 
    and function is to serve and execute the various legal processes issued by 
    the courts of the state and its subdivisions, but also for the legal 
    community and the general public.  Departmental and divisional policies and 
    procedures are consistent with Nebraska and court case law and are designed 
    and developed to insure the accurate, expeditious, and judicious service and 
    execution of all matters relating to civil process.