Polk County, organized in 1853, contains an incredible variety of natural beauty within its 956 square miles, including lakes and rivers, small towns, rolling hills, farms and forests. Located in northwest Wisconsin, the county seat is Balsam Lake. It has a diverse economy with a mix of agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, and services. Polk County Government provides a broad range of services through the efforts of over 500 employees organized into 23 departments and funded by a $53 million annual budget. To apply for employment with Polk County, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/polkcowi. If you are seeking the official source of information about Polk County, please visit our website at https://www.co.polk.wi.us/.