Franklin County Sheriff's Department

07/13/2026

**Our administration lines are back up and working***

Our administration lines are down at this time, if you need to contact us you can call 402-627-5638 which will ring to dispatch. We will post when our regular lines are back up, Thank You!

06/29/2026

As of June 26th, 2026, we have re-opened the application process for this position!

Franklin County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for the position of Dispatcher/Jailer. This position receives incoming emergency phone calls, uses established guidelines to identify the needs of the caller and dispatches multi-agency/personnel to respond to the need for assistance.

Skills needed:

· Knowledge of Computers

· Telephone Skills

· Good Verbal Communication Skills

· Maintain accurate logs of activities

· Monitor radio traffic

· Perform duties of the Jailer

This position offers a competitive wage, health insurance, retirement benefits and paid holidays.

Applicants must pass a background check. Application period will remain open until the position is filled. Applications may be picked up at the Sheriffs Office 405 15th Ave Franklin or can be emailed upon request. Email at [email protected] or call 308-425-6231 for questions.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

05/22/2026

Deputy Schoen having fun with the kids at the Wil-Hil BBQ

05/22/2026

Have a safe weekend as we honor those who have served and given all to protect this country

04/28/2026

04/13/2026

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (NE) deputy injured in the line of duty. We also send our thoughts and support to all the Law Enforcement personnel involved.

04/02/2026

Excellent work from the area Fire Departments!!

03/20/2026

A big shout out to Campbell Fire and Rescue for hosting the severe weather class this evening. Approximately 30 people attended a great class and we toured the new Fire station. Congratulations to the community for such a nice addition to the community!!

03/16/2026

***Storm Spotter Training***
Storm Spotter Training will be held March 19, 2026 at the Campbell Fire Station 710 Broad Street at 6:30. All are welcome to attend for some good training and see the new station.

03/14/2026

‼️Statewide Ban on Open Burn Permits
(LINCOLN, Neb.) -- Effective immediately the Governor has issued an Executive Order that bans the issuance of Open Burn Permits for 14 days.

Executive Order that bans the issuance of Open Burn Permits for 14 days. The Executive Order prohibits any fire chief or person designated by the fire chief from granting an open burn permit for any purpose. Any existing burn permit that has not been completed is null and void and open burning is not permitted for 14 consecutive days beginning now.

This order will be reviewed prior to its termination to determine the need to extend the ban. Further information will be provided prior to that date.