NOW HIRING – PATROL DEPUTY

The Ness County Sheriff’s Office, located in Ness City, Kansas, is accepting applications for the position of Patrol Deputy. We are seeking motivated, professional, and community-oriented individuals dedicated to public service and law enforcement.

POSITION: Patrol Deputy

Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Ness County, Kansas

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Hourly Pay: $18.41 – $20.55 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
• Senior Patrol Deputy Hourly pay: 20.44 – 21.48 (based on experience and qualification
• On-Call Pay: $500 per month
• Overtime: In accordance with county policy and Kansas law
• Benefits Package:
• • Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS)
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Uniforms and duty equipment provided
  • Training opportunities, including KLETC certification if applicable

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must:

• Be a U.S. Citizen
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Possess a High School Diploma or GED
• Hold a valid driver’s license
• Have no felony convictions
• Have no Brady/Giglio disqualifiers
• Be eligible for CPOST certification and attendance at KLETC

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patrol assigned areas of Ness County to preserve peace and enforce laws
• Respond to calls for service, emergencies, and citizen requests
• Conduct traffic enforcement and crash investigations
• Perform preliminary and follow-up criminal investigations
• Prepare detailed reports, affidavits, and court documentation
• Testify in court as required
• Maintain positive community relations and professional conduct

HIRING PROCESS

Qualified applicants will complete a multi-phase hiring process, which includes:

• Application and Personal History Statement
• Preliminary interview
• Written testing
• Comprehensive background investigation
• Truth verification (if applicable)
• Psychological evaluation, medical exam, and drug screening
• Final approval and oath of office

HOW TO APPLY

Applications may be obtained by contacting or visiting:

Ness County Sheriff’s Office
221 W. Main
Ness City, KS 67560
Phone: 785-798-3611

Completed applications must be returned to the Sheriff’s Office. Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled.