PCSO POSSE

The purpose of the Mounted Posse is to provide Search and Rescue services with the primary emphasis on use of horses. They also provide community services to Polk County and the State of Oregon through camaraderie and good while representing and assisting the Polk County Sheriff's Office in performing its duties with the primary emphasis on use of horses.  The Mounted Posse also participates in event security, community patrols and other situations requiring their expertise as approved.  

Members of the Mounted Posse may be called upon to participate in Evidence Searches; Crime Scene investigations and security; Emergency Management Operations and other situations requiring their expertise as approved and to assist the Sheriff's Office in the performance of it's duties, within the capabilities of the members.

Members of the Mounted Posse are volunteers and receive no remuneration from the County for his or her service.

If you would like further information about the Mounted Posse program or would like to become a member, please contact Dean Bender at 503-623-9254