The Polk County Sheriff's Office Special Response Team is a group of individuals who train together on a regular basis, using the same training techniques and a desire to accomplish the same goal is what the Sheriff's Office wanted to achieve. During the formation of the SRT, several individuals from local law enforcement agencies applied for positions on the team. After completing a physical agility test, oral exam, and an interview board, twelve members were chosen from local law enforcement agencies. These agencies were the Polk County Sheriff's Office, Precinct One Constable's Office, and Precinct Two Constable's Office. The SRT's duties consist of execution of high risk warrants, Narcotic related arrest and investigations, Hostage situations, Bomb threats, etc.
