Joe Leko, has been a member of the Dakota County Sheriff’s Office for 25 years, and has risen to the number two position, serving in every rank along the way. A native and resident of Dakota County, he holds four degrees, one of which is as a graduate of the FBI’s National Academy. Currently in charge of the office’s 200 employees and $26 million budget, he will be seeking the Chief’s position following the recent announcement on our show by Sheriff Tim Leslie of his retirement. Sheriff Leslie endorsed Leko for that post.