Commander Mitch Mihalko
Commander Mitch Mihalko joined the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (EPSO) in 2003. He has served in all three functional bureaus, being assigned to criminal investigations, patrol operations, detentions security, background investigations, community affairs, and administrative support. During his tenure, he was an operational member of the Special Response Team, supervisory member of the EPSO Honor Guard, Academy Academics Instructor, and Academy Skills Instructor.
Commander Mihalko has served in a variety of leadership roles within the organization. As a sergeant, he supervised patrol, criminal investigations, and community outreach teams. As a lieutenant, he led successful patrol teams with a focus on the reduction of street crime and later served as the Violent Crimes lieutenant overseeing major case investigations for EPSO. As a senior leader, he has held command of the Investigations, Patrol, and Administrative Support divisions.
During his career, he has received numerous awards, commendations, and letters of appreciation to include being honored as an award recipient from the Hundred Club of Colorado Springs.
Commander Mihalko holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Emergency Services Administration along with degrees in Criminal Justice and Communications disciplines. He is a graduate of 17th Session of the Department of Homeland Security Leadership Academy, The Center for Creative Leadership - Community Leadership Program, IACP Leadership in Police Organizations, and numerous FEMA Professional Development courses. He has lived in the Pikes Peak area since 1991 and has raised his family within our beautiful community.