This position is responsible for the daily administration and operation of the Decatur County Jail. Under the direct supervision of the Undersheriff, this position performs duties involving custody, care, intake, processing, and supervision of inmates, as well as the administrative and financial operations of the facility. You oversee the day-to-day activities of the jail to maintain a safe, secure, clean, and orderly environment for inmates, staff, and visitors. You perform inmate bookings and dressing-out procedures; supervise and monitor inmate activities and conduct; maintain inmate records and property; conduct and administer offender registrations; manage inmate funds and commissary accounts; process jail-related expenses and purchases; maintain jail supplies and inventory; conduct required Intoxilyzer inspections and checks; and ensure compliance with applicable laws, department policies, and facility procedures. You respond to inmate issues and incidents as they occur and take appropriate action within the scope of your assigned authority. You communicate with inmates, law enforcement personnel, courts, medical personnel, and members of the public as necessary to carry out assigned duties. A full job description is available upon request.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Minimum 18 years of age (21 preferred, but not required)
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High School diploma or GED equivalent
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Possess or be able to get a valid Kansas Driver’s License.
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Possess or be able to get CPR Certification
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Good moral character
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No felony convictions
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No misdemeanor convictions of domestic or sexual nature
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Ability to pass a comprehensive background check
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Ability to get NCIC certification after employment
Salary and Benefits:
- Overtime after 40 hours per week
- Family benefit plans available at additional cost.
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County cafeteria plan available
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County Sick Bank available for voluntary participation
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MASA Ambulance transport insurance plan offered by County
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Paid Life Insurance policy provided by the County
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KPERS Retirement
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$3000 moving incentive available for outside hires, payable over two years.
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Uniform and Safety Equipment provided except for footwear
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Modern equipment and technology
- Modern patrol fleet of Durangos, Tahoes, and Pickups
- AXON Body and Fleet cameras
- Modern Radar equipment
- Modern radio equipment on the state 800mhz radio system
- CAD and RMS/JMS system brought online in 2023
- In-Car laptops with CAD and RMS access
- Digital citation software
This position can be considered a promotional step position. The current Jail Administrator is being promoted to the Patrol Division and will be attending KLETC. This will also evolve into an entry-level supervisory position. Decatur County is looking to fill (for the first time) a part-time Corrections Deputy position, and that position will report to the Jail Administrator if filled.
About our Community:
Decatur County is located in Northwest Kansas, bordering Nebraska on the north and 71 miles from the Colorado border. We are 990 square miles of Kansas prairie with agriculture being the primary revenue source. The county is home to approximately 2700 people, with 1700 living in the county seat of Oberlin and the balance scattered across the county or in outlying communities.
Decatur County has an excellent school system, providing K-12 from the District campuses in Oberlin. There are home-schooled families in the community as well. There are several daycare providers in Oberlin, including a county-operated daycare center.
Are you looking for a nice rural community in which to live and thrive, away from the perils and hubbub of the big city? We may be what you are looking for!
About the Office:
The Sheriff’s Office has four full-time Law Enforcement Officers, several part-time LEO’s, one reserve deputy, one full-time Jail Administrator, and one part-time Corrections Deputy position (currently unfilled). All full-time sworn LEO’s have assigned vehicles and cover call as needed. Part-time LEO’s, once fully signed off for solo patrol, can cover shifts or call as needed. The Sheriff’s Office maintains a 12-bed jail facility in the courthouse. It is strongly preferred that deputies with the Sheriff’s Office live within the County or immediately adjacent to the county border for on-call coverage and emergency callout needs. Outside residency requests will be considered by the Sheriff on a case-by-case basis.
The city of Oberlin has a four-person police department, while the Sheriff’s Office provides law enforcement services for the rest of the county, including the smaller cities. Due to current city staffing challenges, the Sheriff’s Office has a contract with the City of Oberlin to cover gaps in PD coverage. The Sheriff’s Office and the Oberlin Police Department enjoy an excellent working relationship, and currently all city PD officers are also sworn deputy sheriffs with authority throughout the county.
If you are looking for a way to start a criminal justice career, this is an excellent option. The Decatur County Sheriff’s Office values its employees, prefers to promote from within, and we are focused on employee development. We provide an excellent environment for training and personal development.
If you are interested in our slice of paradise, or have further questions, please contact Sheriff David Wachendorfer at DCSheriff@dccoks.org or (785) 475-8100.
Decatur County is an Equal Opportunity Employer