There are many reasons people seek election to a public office.  Some want to achieve personal recognition, while others seek power or authority.  Josh Black's reason for seeking the office of Brown County Sheriff is because of his proven dedication to serving the public.  After nearly 30 years of public service, Josh Black is asking for your help in the upcoming Primary Election on Tuesday, March 6th, as he seeks the Democratic nomination for Brown County Sheriff.

 Josh Black is a life-long resident of Brown County.  Born and raised in Mt. Orab, Josh began his career in community service at the young age of 14 when he joined the Mt. Orab Fire Department's Cadet Fire Fighters Program.  While serving as a fire fighter, Josh also began pursuing his interest in law enforcement, and is currently in his 20th year by serving as Lieutenant on the Mt. Orab Police Department. 

Josh Black's training and knowledge spans a broad range of technical areas of law enforcement, and is a certified instructor in weapons training, peace officers training, and a certified rescue diver.  If successfully nominated in the March 6th Primary Election, and elected sheriff on November 6, Josh promises to be a full-time sheriff for Brown County.

• 20 years experience as a law enforcement officer after completing the Brown County Police Academy in 1992

• Currently serving as Lieutenant on the Mt. Orab Police Department with 10 years of supervisory experience

• Qualified EMT and nearly 30 years experience as a fire fighter

• Member and certified instructor for the National Rifle Association

• Certified instructor for the Ohio Peace Officers Training Academy

Has trained hundreds of law enforcement officers in defensive tactics and physical fitness as an instructor for the Southern Hills Police Academy, and for Southern State Community College Police Academy

• Received training by the Federal Bureau of Investigations, Drug Enforcement Administration, and Homeland Security

• Selected as Officer of the Year, receiving the Ralph Fifthen Memorial Award

• Achieved certification in underwater search and recovery - one of the most physically demanding certifications

• Currently serving as a member of the Brown County Developmental Disabilities Board

• Received a commendation from Congresswoman Jean Schmidt

• Training as an Evidence Technician