Johnson County Government

Johnson County Government is the public administration body for Johnson County, Kansas, providing services to more than 600,000 residents in northeast Kansas. Established in 1855 as one of the original 33 counties of the Kansas Territory, the county employs more than 3,600 people and is governed by a seven-member Board of County Commissioners.

Its operations span a range of public-service domains: health and environment, mental health services, wastewater management, emergency management, public works and infrastructure, and treasury, taxation and vehicle services. Each of these is delivered through a dedicated department covering the full breadth of county responsibilities.

The county describes itself as progressive and cost-effective, with stated commitments to innovation, sustainability and responsiveness to community needs. Forbes has recognised Johnson County Government as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Its vision statement reads: "The best people, giving their best efforts, for the very best community and striving to be better."