As a dedicated candidate for Sheriff, I bring a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to your safety and the security of our community.
Background and Qualifications
Raised right here in northwest Ohio, I’ve called Hancock County home for the past 25 years. Currently serving as Captain in the Sheriff’s Office, I’m the only non-retired candidate and also uniquely qualified to ensure a seamless transition for continued leadership.
Financial Responsibility
Your tax dollars matter, and I am committed to fiscal responsibility. With a proven track record of overseeing major projects that save money, add new technologies, and support our deputies, I bring a strategic approach to managing projects and navigating the county budgeting process.
Safety and Transparency
Ensuring your safety is paramount. I will add body cameras for our deputies to enhance transparency, evidence quality, and safety. Drawing on my experience securing grants, I’ll work closely with the Hancock County Commissioners to support this initiative with matching funds.
Investing in the Future
I believe in investing in the future of the Sheriff’s Office by developing and retaining top talent. The recently launched Cadet program is a testament to this commitment, providing interested candidates with training and qualifications, ultimately benefiting Hancock County.
Community Engagement
Preserving the greatness of Hancock County requires a collaborative effort. I am dedicated to leading the Sheriff’s Office in enforcing laws and collaborating with various agencies to address issues such as mental health, domestic violence, drug rehabilitation, homelessness, and more. Our community policing program will see expanded engagement, including youth and adult educational programs.
My Vision
My vision is rooted in being smart with your money, fostering growth, prioritizing safety, and maintaining community input and involvement. With your support and vote on March 19, 2024, we can continue making Hancock County a great place to live, work, and raise a family together.
About Mark Price
For more than 25 years, I’ve dedicated myself to serving our community. From my career at the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office to my volunteer service as Chief of the Vanlue Fire Department, I have believed that a community thrives when people know dedicated professionals are committed to providing the safety and security they count on daily.
I’m a 1998 The University of Findlay graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. I went on to further my law enforcement education, graduating from the Ohio Peace Officer Academy at Owens Community College in 1998. That same year, I began my career as a Corrections Officer at the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office.
While at the Sheriff’s Office, I’ve received numerous advancements and promotions, and I am currently serving as Enforcement Captain. I’ve had the privilege of working in enforcement and administration, and that varied background and experience make me uniquely qualified to become the next Sheriff of Hancock County.
My family and I are proud to call Hancock County our home. I look forward to continuing to serve our community and keep it a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
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Qualifications
2008
Ohio Senate – Exceptional Accomplishment, House District 76, Deputy of the Year
2012
Hancock County Sheriff's Office: Officer of the Month
2013
BSSA Commendation Award
2015
Hancock County Sheriff's Office: Deputy of the Year
2015
Hancock County Sheriff's Office: Sergeant of the Year
2016
Hancock County Sheriff's Office: 110% Award
2019
BSSA Commendation Award
2022
Hancock County Sheriff's Office: Safe Driving Award – 15 Years
Ohio Peace Office Basic Training
- State of Ohio of the Office of the Attorney General – August 3, 1999
Crisis Intervention Training for Police Officers (CIT) Certification
- Hancock County Board of Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services, The City of Findlay Police Department and Hancock County Sheriff’s Office – September 27, 2002
Tactical Team Competition
- Corrections Center of Northwest Ohio – September 25, 2004
Highway Interdiction
- United States Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration – March 9, 2006
First Responder
- National Registry Emergency Medical Technician – April 25, 2007
The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation (BCI)
- Evidence Documentation, Collection & Presentation, & Forensic DNA Processing – October 30, 2008
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Emergency Management Institute
- Independent Study Program – September 1, 2011
National Traffic Incident Management Responder Train-the-Trainer
- National TIM Responder Training – September 16, 2013
Ohio Peace Office Basic Training
- State of Ohio of the Office of the Attorney General – August 3, 1999
Advanced A.L.I.C.E. Training Instructor Level
- ALICE Training Institute – December 19, 2013
New Perspectives on Community Policing
- Virginia Center for Policing Innovation – February 16, 2015
Emergency Medical Dispatch Manager
- Association of Public Safety Communication Officials – International, Inc. APCO Institute – February 2, 2018
Best Practices for Officer Involved Shooting
- Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission & The Ohio Attorney General – May 19, 2016
- Ohio Department of Health Training Courses
Law Enforcement Professionals Development Training
- Owens Community College – March/April 2022
- Owens Community College – March/April 2023
Use of Body-Worn Cameras
- Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission & The Ohio Attorney General – October 31, 2023
Ohio Attorney General Training Courses
Buckeye State Sheriffs’ Association Training Courses
2013 • Promoted to Enforcement Sergeant/Communications at the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO)
- Become Liaison to County Fire Association, attending County Fire Association meetings as well as Chief meetings.
- Set up a text alerts system for county fire and EMS.
- Set up County Fire Auto ad map.
2016 • Proposed and oversaw the increase of dispatchers from 7 to 10 at HCSO.
- Developed “Guide Cards” that communication officers use for Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD).
- Organized training for all communication officers in both telecommunicator and EMD.
- Began to oversee the Communication budget.
2018 • Proposed radio upgrade for radio consolette and radio within the HCSO Justice Center .
- Managed $320,000 upgrade project.
- The project included adding backup radios to the Sheriff’s Office system to ensure a backup system for the dispatch center.
- This also included back paging to the county volunteer fire and EMS.
2019 • Assisted with building and implementing Law Enforcement report writing software, Tyler Records Management system.
- Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), Mobile (application used by deputies) LERMS (records management).
- Assisted in data conversion of old data into the Tyer Records Management system.
- Primary contact for continued maintenance as well as updating to new versions.
2020 • Began to oversee the Enforcement Budget and supported communications projects.
- Proposed and oversaw a $1,500,000 radio purchase.
- This project updated radio that was no longer supported by County Fire, County EMS, and County Law Enforcement Agencies.
2021 • Participated in research and purchase in armored vehicle purchase.
- Assisted with the purchase of the armored vehicle for use by the Sheriff’s Office Response Team.
2022 • Supported in service weapons purchase and new employee recruitment initiative.
- Assisted with updates to service weapons, less lethal devices (Taser) and SRT (Special Response Team) equipment.
- Started developing the “Cadet Program” to assist with recruiting and hiring of deputies.
2023 • Proposed new Communication Tower to replace the existing tower built in 1986 – $1 million dollar project.
- Proposed Fiber Loop to complete the West side to secure the infrastructure of the county network $1.5 million project.
- Currently working with Findlay Police Department, Findlay Fire Department, and 911 Coordinator on upgrading the Sheriff’s Office backup and disaster recovery system.
- Built and implemented a new citation and crash modules within the Tyler system.
- This improvement allows citations to be submitted to the court through an interface. Meaning a quicker turnaround from the deputy, to court, to the state of Ohio.
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