The City of Pratt, Kansas (pop. 7,000) is accepting applications for a Full-Time Police Officer. Officers work 12-hour shifts, including holidays and weekends.
Salary
- Entry-Level: Approximately $25/hr
- Lateral Entry: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
Benefits Package
The City of Pratt provides a comprehensive benefits package for full-time
employees, including:
- Paid Vacation after 1 year
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Injury Leave
- 6 Paid Holidays
- 2 Paid Discretionary Days
- Longevity Pay after 1 year
- Health & Dental Insurance (Blue Cross/Blue Shield)
- KPERS Retirement Program
- Paid Life Insurance (Advance Life Insurance)
- Optional coverages (cancer, injury, etc.)
- Deferred Compensation Plans (ING)
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license
- 21 years of age or older
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- Ability to communicate proficiently
- Ability to pass a drug screen
- Basic computer skills for transmitting data to police, fire, EMS, and other entities
- Ability to meet environmental and physical demands of the position
Automatic Disqualifiers
Criminal History
- Felonies: Any felony conviction
- Misdemeanors: Violent crimes, sexual misconduct, crimes involving moral turpitude
- Domestic Violence: Any conviction
Drug & Substance Abuse
- Sale/Distribution: Any involvement in sale or manufacturing of illegal drugs
- Recent Use: Recent use of illegal substances
How to Apply
Applications are available at:
Pratt Police Department – 303 S Oak Street, Pratt KS, 67124 (
www.prattpolicedepartment.org/employment)
Pratt City Offices – 619 S Main Street, Pratt KS, 67124 (
www.cityofprattks.com/Jobs)
Please include a RESUME with your application.
Closing Date: 08/15/2026
The City of Pratt is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
