The Osage City Police Department has a job opening for a full-time Police Patrol Officer.

Our agency is responsible for 24/7 coverage, serving approximately 2,800 people. We are located approximately 30 minutes southwest of Topeka on K31 Highway. Osage City Police comprises seven full-time officers, including the Chief of Police.

Applicants must exhibit the highest integrity, self-motivation, and a community-oriented mindset. 

Applicants are required to have excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

The City has excellent benefits, including KPERS retirement, health (the city pays employee single plan), vision and dental insurance options, vacation, holiday, and sick leave.

The salary range for a Police Patrol Officer is $19 to $26 per hour, depending on experience, training, and qualifications. Paydays are bi-weekly on Fridays.

Qualifications

- Minimum of 21 years of age 

- U.S. Citizen 

- Valid Kansas driver’s license with a clean driving record 

- High school diploma or GED is required

- High moral character and integrity

- No Brady/Giglio violations 

- No KSCPOST sanctions or disqualifications

- KLETC certification is preferred 

Applicants must also be able to pass pre-employment drug screening, physical assessment, psychological assessments, oral and written exams, extensive background investigation, having no past felony record, domestic violence, D.U.I convictions or diversions, or other serious misdemeanor convictions. 

Both Resume and application are required.

The position will remain open until filled

Applications are available at City Hall

City of Osage City

201 S. 5th Street, Osage City Ks. 

Or downloaded at: 

https://rb.gy/fmdjly

Return Applications to:

By email to awoodward@osagecity.com

Or regular mail:

Attn: Amy Woodward, City Clerk

City of Osage City 

PO Box 250

Osage City, KS. 66523

Ph. (785) 528-3131

Fax (785) 528-4887