Kansas Law Enforcement Related Job Opportunities

Meade County Sheriff's Office is seeking an individual for a full-time Deputy Sheriff position. This position is responsible for performing uniformed patrol duties and enforcing all federal, state, and local laws. 

• Pay Range $17.51-23.82
• 12 hour rotating day and night shifts in 4-month increments

Benefits:  

• 100% of single & family medical insurance premiums paid for by Meade County
• KP&F retirement 
• MESO furnishes patrol vehicle, weapons, & uniforms 
• Paid holidays 

Requirements: 

• High school diploma or GED 
• Valid Kansas driver's license with no serious traffic violations 
• KLETC certification preferred but not required 
• Must pass security background check 
• Medical and psychological exams and drug screening 
• Residence in Meade County required
• Applicants will have to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• May not have any felony convictions, or certain disqualifying misdemeanors, for example but not limited to; domestic battery, theft, etc
• Must be of good moral character

Applications may be picked up:

• In person-Meade County Sheriff's Office

      223 N. Meade Center

      Meade, KS, 67864

• Downloaded online https://www.meadeco.org/353/Employment-Opportunities
• Request via email at palexander@meadeco.org. 

The City of Sedgwick is hiring Full-Time and Part-Time officers!

The City of Sedgwick has dedicated itself to revolutionizing how city services are delivered to its community.  Paramount in this plan is the reinvention of the emergency services divisions.  The City of Sedgwick has invested heavily in creating a modern and professional Police Department, and we are seeking dedicated outgoing Law Enforcement professionals who share our vision and want to join this effort.  

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the highest integrity, a dedication to maintaining training excellence, and an understanding of community policing principles.  If you are seeking a community where you aren’t weighed down with paperwork and have the time and resources to actually make a difference in people’s lives, we want you on our team!

The City of Sedgwick offers:

• 100% paid medical copays through a city funded Health Reimbursement Account

• KP&F retirement starting January 1, 2025

• All Uniforms and Equipment provided

• Every other weekend off

• Access to new fitness facility

• New vehicles with top-of-the-line equipment

• Strong focus on training and professionalism

• Opportunities to create and participate in community programs

• 13 paid holidays

Certified Full-Time Officers starting salary ranges between $23-$26.50 DOQ

Certified Part-time Officers’ starting salary is based on experience.

To be considered for employment as a Law Enforcement Officer, an applicant must:

• Be a U.S. citizen

• Be at least 21 years of age

• Have a valid Kansas driver’s license

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent

• Be able to pass an extensive background investigation, polygraph, medical exam, and drug screen.

Apply at www.cityofsedgwick.org/human-resources/page/human-resources

The City of Lansing is currently seeking candidates for Police Officer and Police Officer II positions.

$1,500 Hiring Bonus Agreement is Available.

These positions provide law enforcement and public safety services to the community to include enforcement of criminal statutes and ordinances, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, patrol activity, accident investigation, resolution of domestic and other disturbances, prosecution support, and non-criminal public safety services. These positions require good communication skills & passing of various law enforcement tests. Patrol schedule included 8-hour shifts on a rotating basis.

$24.09 to $31.68 per hour - Compensation is Dependent On Qualifications. Full-time position with excellent benefit package. Retirement benefits through the Kansas Public Employer’s Retirement System – Kansas Police & Fire. Equal Opportunity Employer.

*Applications will be reviewed weekly.

Police Officer Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Have a clean driving record
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Reside within a thirty-mile radius of City
• No criminal record or Brady-Giglio material/issues in background

Police Officer Preferred qualifications:

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college/university
• Kansas Commission on Police Officer Standards and Training (KS-CPOST) certification

Police Officer II Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age
• Possess and maintain a valid Kansas driver’s license
• Have a clean driving record
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Reside within a thirty-mile radius of City
• No criminal record or Brady-Giglio material/issues in background
• Kansas Commission on Police Officer Standards and Training (KS-CPOST) certification
• 2 years experience with another Law Enforcement Agency
• Instructor Certification in Law Enforcement related discipline, and teach 1 eight-hour class every calendar year.

Police Officer II Preferred qualifications:

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college/university

Selected candidate(s) must:

• Pass a physical agility test & written exam
• Pass an extensive background check
• Be interviewed by oral interview board
• Be interviewed by the Chief of Police

Final candidate(s) must submit to:

• A psychological evaluation
• Physical/Health screening
• Drug & Alcohol screening
• Functional capacity test

Starting Pay Incentives:

Graduation from KLETC 2%

• Associates Degree 2% - Degree must be from an accredited college/university and must be in an applicable field.
• Bachelors Degree 4% - Degree must be from an accredited college/university and must be in an applicable field.
• Masters Degree 6% - Degree must be from an accredited college/university and must be in an applicable field.
• Bi-lingual 2% - Applied to language(s) that serve the needs of the department.
• Instructor Certification 2% - Instructor certification in a Law Enforcement related discipline and ability to teach one 8-hour course annually.
• Current KS-CPOST Certified with prior years of experience:
• 1 year 2.5%
• 2 years 5%
• 3 years 7.5%
• 4 years 10%
• 5 years 12.5%

Apply at: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=9335159c-e7aa-4670-8315-a0fab6cc29e7&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US&jobId=381220

Closing Date: Open until filled

Direct any questions to:

CPT Ben Ontiveros

913-364-6891 or bontiveros@lansingks.org

The City of Edwardsville, Kansas is currently recruiting Certified and Non- Certified Law Enforcement Officers to fill immediate and future Police Officer position(s). 

Located in the I-70, I-435 corridor in the Kansas City metropolitan area, the City of Edwardsville is positioned for fast growth from numerous proposed development projects.  The department has an authorized strength of 18 fulltime officers and is seeking individuals who are ready and able to meet new and exciting challenges and will enthusiastically embrace the department’s principles of loyalty, integrity, fairness, and excellence. 

The City of Edwardsville offers a full array of generous benefits including:

• Police Officer Position $50,856-$58,968/yr. dependent upon qualifications,

• Lateral candidates up to $70,408/yr. dependent upon education and years of service, 

• A sign-on bonus and frontloaded leave time is available to qualified candidates, 

• Group health insurance coverage with low employee contributions for family coverage,

• Education Yearly Pays:  AA degree $900, BA/S $1200, MA/S $1560,

• KP&F retirement,

• 80 vacation hours, 96 hours annual sick leave accruals, 

• All equipment supplied at the time of hire,

• Uniform cleaning provided at no cost to employee, 

• 11 paid holidays, Holiday Worked Pay at double time and a half, 

• Overtime after 40 physical work hours,

• 8-hour and 10-hour work schedule

• No residency requirement – 45-minute response time,

• FTO, Range Master, and foreign language specialty pays.

Selection process will include a written test, interview panel, medical and psychological examination, drug screen, and polygraph.  Dates TBA. 

Persons interested in this exciting opportunity should apply by submitting a letter of interest, résumé, and completed City of Edwardsville employment application to Edwardsville Police Department, 650 South 4th Street, Edwardsville, KS 66111.  Applications can be obtained from the Police Services Clerk at (913) 356-6054, by downloading the application form from the City’s website at www.edwardsvilleks.org, or request via email at ekrauze@edwardsvilleks.org. EOE

The City of Smith Center is accepting applications for a full-time police officer.  Smith Center is a rural community with a population of approximately 1,500.

• Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, short-term disability insurance, KPERS, paid vacation and sick leave, holiday pay and more.  Uniforms and equipment are provided.

Minimum qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire

• Valid driver’s license with a good driving history

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Prefer law enforcement certified but willing to train the right applicant

• Physically and mentally able to perform officer duties

• Must not have any felony or serious misdemeanor convictions; or any Brady-Giglio issues

• Possess good communication and writing skills

• Ability to interact with the public in a positive manner

An offer of employment will be contingent on the results of a background investigation, medical exam, and psychological testing.  Qualified applicants can obtain an application by contacting the City Offices at 119 W. Court Street, Smith Center KS; calling 785.282.3812 or email clerk@smithcenterks.com.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The City of Belle Plaine, Kansas is accepting applications to fill the position of School Resource Officer/D.A.R.E. Officer for the 2024-2025 School Year. Under the supervision of the Chief of Police this position will serve as a School Resource Officer/D.A.R.E. Officer for the Belle Plaine School District USD 357. During periods when school is not in session this position will serve as Patrol Officer for the City of Belle Plaine. D.A.R.E Instructor (Officer) is for 5th grade students (10 weeks) and 4 to 5 weeks of D.A.R.E Instruction for Kindergarten, 2nd grade, 4th grade. The City of Belle Plaine will cover D.A.R.E Training (14 days) expenses. The State of Kansas requires candidates for this position to have been a certified law enforcement officer for at least 2 years. The SRO officer will attend specialized training if the candidate has not completed the Basic Training for an SRO position.

Hours may vary depending on school activities and the needs of the City during school breaks. The SRO is expected to attend all home football and basketball activities as well as other activities. A typical work day for an SRO is Monday – Friday 7:30am to 3:30pm.

Successful candidates must be able to work with youth and serve as a positive role model for students. Candidates for this position must be professional and motivated, with a strong moral character and an interest in protecting and serving the students and staff of the Belle Plaine School District USD 357, and the residents of Belle Plaine. Candidates should possess a community-oriented mindset and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Key components of job duties are as follows but not limited to:

• Work with school administration staff

• Be present in areas of student congregation

• Build relationships with students of all ages (Promote informal student-SRO contact)

• Provide an educational program of leadership, training, and information about tobacco, alcohol, illegal drugs, and support violence diffusion and prevention

• Promote safety for students, staff and parents

Pay: $17.00-18.50, DOQ

Education Requirement:

2 years as a certified law enforcement officer. 

Applicants possessing current, active, Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC) certification preferred.

Benefits:

• KPERS retirement

• Paid vacation/sick leave (PTO)

• 9 paid holidays yearly

• Duty weapons/uniforms provided

• City offers Employee Dental, Vision, Medical Insurance

• Comp Time can be accrued

• Paid Training

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Possess a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record;

2. Be a United States citizen: 

3. Be at least 21 years of age;

4. Be free of any physical or mental condition which adversely affects the ability to perform the essential functions of a police officer or law enforcement officer with reasonable skill, safety and judgment;

5. No conviction for a crime that would constitute a felony under the laws of this state, a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a misdemeanor offense that negatively reflects on the honesty, trustworthiness, integrity or competence of the applicant as defined by rules and regulations of the Kansas Commission on Peace Officers' Standards and Training.

6. Have: (A) graduated from a high school accredited by the Kansas state board of education or the appropriate accrediting agency of another state jurisdiction; (B) obtained a high school education from a nonaccredited private secondary school as defined in K.S.A. 2017 Supp. 72-4345, and amendments thereto; or (C) obtained the equivalent of a high school education as defined by rules and regulations of the commission;

7. Be of good moral character sufficient to warrant the public trust in the applicant as a police officer or law enforcement officer. No candidates with Brady/Giglio will be considered.

8. Submit to an extensive background investigation including previous employment history, references (both listed and unlisted), criminal history, and driving record along with a psychological examination, physical examination, and drug screen.

9. Possess the ability to satisfactorily complete all required initial/annual training certification and firearms testing and qualification and retain same throughout duration of employment.

Information for obtaining an application:

Submit a request for an application for employment to Bill Berry @ bberry@bpks.org  

Complete application and submit with a resume containing professional and personal references to:

Belle Plaine Police Department (ATTN: Chief Berry)
P.O. Box 157
Belle Plaine, KS 67013

PLEASE NOTE: THE APPLICATION MUST BE FILLED OUT COMPLETELY AND TO THE BEST OF YOUR KNOWLEDGE.  IF YOU ARE NOT TRUTHFUL OR WITHHOLD INFORMATION IN THIS APPLICATION, YOU WILL BE ELIMINATED FROM THE HIRING PROCESS.

In person inquires may be made and applications acquired from:

Belle Plaine Police Department
419 N Logan St
Belle Plaine, KS 67119
Phone: (620) 488-2787

Closing Date: August 15, 2024

New starting salary $25.48 hourly along with;

• 457(b)
• Dental Insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

The City of Tonganoxie currently has a vacant Police Officer position.  Minimum Requirements for Position: Applicants must be 21 years of age, a United States Citizen, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and good moral character.  Applicant cannot have felony or domestic violence arrests. Law Enforcement certified preferred but not mandatory.  The city of Tonganoxie is based on the west side of the Kansas City metro area just minutes from the Legends shopping area, Nascar track, and tons of entertainment. We have excellent schools including one of the state’s largest elementary schools. Officers work 12 hour shifts with every other weekend off. We have 13 full time certified Officers and 3 part time Officers. We offer bonuses for FTO and school resource officer with advancement opportunities to Corporal and Sergeant.

See the job description for Police Officer for more detailed information via the City of Tonganoxie website.  Any entry-level applicants are eligible to begin as a Police Trainee and must complete the police academy and field officer training within six months to be eligible for promotion to the Police Officer position.

To apply, please submit a City of Tonganoxie Police Employment Application to Dan Porter, Assistant City Manager, at dporter@tonganoxie.org. Applications may also be mailed or delivered to 526 E. 4th Street, PO Box 326, Tonganoxie, KS 66086. The position is open until filled.

The City of Chapman is accepting applications/resumes for a full-time police chief.  Chapman is a city of the third class with a population of 1350 and a large school district (USD #473) and a 4A High School.  

The Chief of Police is responsible for personnel and planning for the department.  The position includes patrol and enforcement of federal, state, and local laws/ordinances. Applicants must be available for all shifts (nights, weekends, and holidays).  

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees schedules, patrol operations, and investigations
• Develops rules and regulations for the department
• Develops training program for the department
• Prepares annual budget proposal for City Administrator/City Council
• Briefs City Administrator and City Council on activities within the city
• Makes personnel decisions for the department
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of municipal police administration and organization
• Knowledge of Kansas criminal law, search and seizure, and rules of evidence
• Ability to plan, assign and coordinate various activities within the department
• Ability to ensure vehicles, equipment, and facilities are property maintained
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with city employees and the general public

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Graduation from the Kansas Law Enforcement Center
• Five years of law enforcement experience, including two years in a supervisory or lead capacity
• Must pass background investigation

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay is based on experience and qualifications
• Kansas Police and Firemen's Retirement System
• Paid Vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay
• Health coverage

To apply, submit cover letter and resume to clerk@chapmanks.com.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The City of Cedar Vale with a population of 475 is accepting applications/resumes for a full-time police chief. The job includes patrol and enforcement of federal, state, and local laws as well as city ordinances. Candidate must be able to work in a small-town environment. Excellent rural community communication skills. Must be available any shift (nights, weekends, and holidays). Must be computer proficient. Highly principled ethics and moral character. A true desire to serve all members of society. Must be available any shift (nights, weekends, and holidays). Must be computer proficient. At least one year of similar or related experience required. Pay based on qualifications. Benefits include: Paid sick leave, paid holidays, paid vacation, retirement, and health benefits. Position open until filled. 

Email resume/questions to City Clerk: cocv@sktc.com 

Mail resumes to City of Cedar Vale: PO Box 119 Cedar Vale KS, 67024

Qualifications required: High school diploma or GED. Graduation from the Kansas Law Enforcement Center, 40 hours of continuing education annually.  Must have or willing to acquire certification in CPR, First Aid, and Intoxilyzer. Must pass a background investigation. 

City of Cedar Vale
Street Address
702 Cedar/PO Box 119
Cedar Vale, KS 67024

620-758-2244

cocv@sktc.net

Listing Expiration Date: Until position is filled

The Colby Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer I or II.  This is a full time position with benefits including an optional health, dental and life insurance package; sick leave, vacation, gym membership, KPERS retirement benefits, overtime provisions, uniforms and equipment.

TYPE: Full Time

SALARY: Non-certified starting salary is $18.50/hr.  Kansas certified salary is negotiable depending on qualifications. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen, 21 years of age by the time of hire, have High School diploma or GED, satisfy all the requirements set forth in K.S.A. 74-5605, and have or be able to obtain a Kansas drivers license. Applicants must pass a background investigation; written, oral, psychological, and physical agility tests, as well as a drug screen.

Police officers work rotating 12-hour shifts, to include nights and weekends.  This schedule includes a three-day weekend every other week.   

Applications are available at www.cityofcolby.com or from the Colby Police Department, 275 N. Court Ave, Colby, Kansas 67701.  Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Please submit applications or refer questions to:

Colby Police Department

Attn: Chief of Police

275 N. Court Ave.

Colby, KS 67701

785-460-4460

police@cityofcolby.com