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319<p><strong>The men and women of the Mercer County Sheriff's Office strive to constantly promote professionalism, integrity, and leadership to the community and citizens we serve. This mission is a commitment to&nbsp;excellence by all the members of the Sheriff's Office, to continually "<em>Serve and Protect, with Respect.</em>"</strong></p>
320<p>This mission is a commitment to quality performance from all members. It is critical that all members understand, accept and be aligned with the responsibilities established by this mission. It provides the foundation upon which all operational decisions and organizational directives will be based. Directives include rules, regulations, operating policies, procedures and practices.</p>
321<p>Examples of performance standards include the Oath of Office, Code of Ethics, Policies and Procedures, Rules and Regulations, directives, general and supervisory orders, work productivity and performance behavior. Each member is required to accept the responsibility for the achievement of this mission and publicly register his or her commitment to it and to the concepts of quality service.</p>
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324<div style="text-align: center;">It is the policy of the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office to ensure equal treatment of all persons without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin,&nbsp;genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Mercer County Sheriff’s Office prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.</div>
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349<div>Celina, Ohio, 45822</div>
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