Mark Martinez
More Than Qualified To Lead
SHERIFF
Mark Martinez
FOR DOUGLAS COUNTY
SHERIFF
Mark A. Martinez is a lifelong Nebraskan, public-safety professional, and proven leader with four decades of law enforcement experience. A South High and University of Nebraska at Omaha alumnus (B.S., Criminal Justice; M.S., Criminal Justice), Mark has served his community as a crime lab technician, Omaha Police Department officer through Deputy Chief, United States Marshal for the District of Nebraska, and adjunct Criminal Justice instructor at UNO. He and his wife Cynthia have been married 41 years and are proud parents of four.
Mark Brings Unmatched Leadership & Experience
United States Marshal, District of Nebraska (2010–2018)
- Presidentially nominated and appointed
- Managed Omaha and Lincoln offices
- Supervised 25 sworn and 7 administrative staff, budget management
- Held Top Secret security clearance; selected for national EEO advisory committee
- Led district participation in multi-year, multi-agency anti-gang violence “Operation Triple Beam“
- Organized regional law-enforcement trainings and community outreach events
Omaha Police Department (1984–2009)
- Deputy Chief overseeing four precincts and 400 uniformed officers
- Captain of the South East Precinct
- Lieutenant managing Units in the Criminal Investigations Bureau (Narcotics/Gang Units) and the Uniform Patrol Bureau
- Sergeant supervising a Unit of Officers in the Uniform Patrol Bureau and an Assignment in Internal Affairs
- Officer Assignments including Uniform Patrol Bureau, Crime Prevention Unit, Training Unit, Background Investigations Unit
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (1982–1984)
Crime lab technician:
- Crime-scene investigation
- Fingerprint analysis
- Booking
- Report writing
Why I'm Running
“Douglas County needs experienced, steady, community-centered leadership in the Sheriff’s Office. I will restore trust, strengthen public safety, and ensure our deputies have the training, tools, and support they need to protect every neighborhood — while building stronger partnerships between law enforcement and the communities they serve. I’m running to bring proven, common-sense safety and security to our community.“
— Mark Martinez, Candidate for Sheriff
My Priorities
Public Safety First
Reduce crime by supporting effective investigations, evidence-based enforcement, and smart, coordinated operations.
Support Deputies
Improve training, wellness, and accountability so deputies can serve safely and professionally.
Community Partnership
Expand outreach, transparency, and collaborative programs to build trust across all neighborhoods.
Youth & Prevention
Invest in prevention, mentorship, and partnership programs that keep young people safe and on track.
Awards & Honors
- Long history of community involvement: Elected to Omaha Public Schools Board Member, Completely Kids board, Chicano Awareness Center, Police Athletic League participant, and more.
- Awards include: UNO Alumni Achievement, Latino community honors, NLPOA lifetime membership recognition, and multiple service and leadership awards
- Recognition: Police Athletic League participant with the Omaha Public Schools.
Mark's Record of Service is Exemplary
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Endorsing Mark for Douglas County Sheriff
Mayor John Ewing
Mayor Mike Fahey
Senator Ben Nelson
Senator Margo Juarez
Thomas Warren, Chief of Staff for Mayor Ewing, Former Omaha Police Chief
Roger Garcia, Douglas County Commissioner
