 The
Mission, Vision and Core Values of the
Contra Costa County
Sheriff's Office
| Vision | Mission
| Core Values |
Mission:
The Office of the Sheriff exists to serve the community. The protection
of people and their property is our primary responsibility. Honor,
Courage, Commitment, Leadership and Teamwork shall be the core values
employed as we serve the citizens of Contra Costa County.
Warren E. Rupf, Sheriff
In an unpredictable and constantly changing world, where communities
and families expect safety and security, we must continually strive to be
the state’s premier Law Enforcement Agency recognized for our
responsiveness and integrity.
Exhibiting dynamic leadership, pride and competence, we will attract
and develop the state’s finest professionals, committed to
multidimensional police services and sincere community partnerships
tailored to maintain a decisive advantage over the criminal element.
We are dedicated to the core values of Honor, Courage,
Commitment, Leadership and Teamwork. We believe these values are necessary
to build a foundation of trust and guidance upon which our strength is
based and our success is achieved. These principles on which the Contra
Costa County, Office of the Sheriff was founded, guide our employees
daily, encouraging each of us to "Do the Right Thing". Every
member of our organization must understand and live by our core values.
Since 1850, the Sheriff and his staff have stood ready to protect the
safety and security of the citizens of Contra Costa County. We remain
cognizant and vigilant to the duties of the Office of the Sheriff.
"Honor"
I am accountable for my professional and personal behavior. I will
always be mindful of the privilege I have to serve the citizens of this
county.
I will:
- Abide by an uncompromising code of integrity,
taking full responsibility for my actions and keeping my word.
- Conduct myself in the highest ethical manner in
relationships with seniors, peers and subordinates.
"Courage"
Courage is the value that gives me the moral and mental strength to do
what is right, with confidence and resolution, even in the face of
temptation or adversity.
I will:
- Have the courage to meet the demands of my
profession and the mission entrusted to me.
- Make decisions and act in the best interest of the
Office of the Sheriff, and the citizens of the county, without regard to
undue personal consequences.
- Overcome all challenges while adhering to the highest
standards of personal conduct and decency.
"Commitment"
The day-to-day duty of every man and woman in the Office of the
Sheriff is to consistently strive for improvements in the quality of our
work, our people and ourselves.
I will:
- Care for the professional, personal and
spiritual well-being of my co-workers.
- Encourage new ideas and deliver bad news
forthrightly.
- Show respect toward all people, without regard to
race, religion or gender.
"Leadership"
Leadership is the tool which provides the Office of the Sheriff, the
ability to create alliances and partnerships, to focus on our people, to
keep an "eye on the horizon" for the long range perspective.
I will:
- Demonstrate a passion for my profession and set a
standard for others to emulate.
- Take reasonable and calculated risks, use innovative
and creative approaches to problem solving.
"Teamwork"
Teamwork fosters cooperation, creates and reinforces a positive work
culture. It serves to establish a synergy and develop a
"Win-Win" philosophy.
I will:
- Provide opportunities to explore new ideas and
strategies.
- Communicate in an open, empathic and
solution-oriented manner.
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