Kansas Law Enforcement Related Job Opportunities

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

Kearny County Sheriff's Office is responsible for law enforcement for both Lakin and Deerfield, Kansas along with 871 square miles and two major highways, US 50 and K-25. 

The Sheriff's Office operates 12-hour shifts, 3 days on 3 days off.

POSITION: Patrol Deputy

SALARY: Starting Salary for non-certified / no experience is $22.50 per hour. 

BENEFITS: Fully Paid Family Health Care; Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, KP&F Retirement for Certified Deputies, Paid Holiday, Paid Sick Days, Paid Vacation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Must be 21 years of age at the time of appointment

• No Felony, Criminal or Domestic Violence Record

• Valid Kansas Drivers License 

• High School Diploma or GED

• Pass applicant testing to include (Background Investigation, Psychological Examination, Polygraph Examination, Drug Test)

HOW TO APPLY:

• Application may be obtained by visiting:

Kearny County Sheriff's Office

106 E. Washington Ave.

Lakin, KS  67860

Phone: (620) 355-6211

• Visiting www.kearnycountykansas.com

• Request by email sent to keso@kesoks.org

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

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban school district that serves approximately 22,000 students and 60+ different languages are spoken in the homes of our students. KCKPS is home to Sumner Academy, the #6 highest rated High School in the Nation and #1 High School in Kansas according to the US News rankings.

With Head Start/preschools, 28 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 5 college and career academies/high schools, we are the fifth largest district in the state of Kansas and our student population is approximately 56% Hispanic, 24% African American, 9% White, and 6% Asian. To serve our students, the district employs approximately 4,000 employees including more than 1,800 teachers.       

JOB GOAL: 

To educate, mentor, build relationships with students, staff, and community, develop partnerships with school district and community stakeholders, and to enforce district policies, local, and state laws.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• As a first responder the LEO must possess sufficient strength, endurance, and skill to provide direct services, first aid and emergency care to students and staff guided by administration and the school nurse nursing process and in accordance with professional standards, school policy and procedures, and state and local mandates. 

• Must be able perform to CPR and use an AED (if available) 
• Report/support the school and/or Truancy Officer in investigating reports of Truancy 
• Support the school in contacting students and parents of students who are chronically absent and such other absent students as directed by the principal 
• Contact parents or legal guardians to verify residence in the school district and/or attendance zone 
• Patrol assigned buildings and grounds to prevent theft, vandalism and illegal entry 

• Conduct routine inspection of doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure 
• Confront and question alleged unauthorized persons in the school building or on school grounds 
• Investigate and report all alleged violations of Local, State, and Federal law. 
• Investigate and report alleged violations of school district rules and regulations and school code of conduct as requested by the school principal. 
• Contact local police when/if needed for additional support and file such reports as are appropriate 

• Provide security for extra-curricular activities which occur outside of the normal instructional day. Obtain additional officers to work activities when additional help is needed 
• Attend school functions as directed by the Chief of Police, Deputy Chief or Sergeants making assignments. 
• File all Offense Reports and related Incident Reports for all cases of criminal activity or misconduct in assigned schools, or within the district. 
• Participate with other attendance, and security officers and LEO’s in district wide security efforts as directed by Chief of Police of designee. 
• Must have transportation to travel to elementary schools to assist as necessary 

• Must demonstrated customer-centric skills, greeting and handling of the parents, employees, students and visitors to the building, both adults and children 
• Perform such other duties as may be requested by the Chief of Police, Deputy Chief, Sergeants, Principals or other immediate supervisors in the general areas of attendance, security or pupil and staff services. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• LEO Certification/Commission 
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license 

• Certification in CPR. Certification as First Responder 
• Officers must be eligible to obtain their law enforcement commission with the State of Kansas and upon being sworn in before the Board of Education, the officer will be officially a Kansas City Kansas Public School District Police Officer. 
• Must have the ability to work overtime as required.
• Must be able to work evening shifts as assigned.
• Must be able to work weekends as necessary to meet operational needs.
• Applicants are expected to work all authorized events at their assigned location. In the event they are unable to do so, they are responsible for securing approved coverage in accordance with department policy.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High School Diploma or GED certificate 
• Verified successful experience in law enforcement 2 year minimum 

• Formal course work and/or training in law enforcement procedures 
• Have or eligible for law enforcement commission 
• Meet minimum health and fitness standards 
• Must be a least 5’2” in height (KSA 44-1110) 
• Must pass drug screening and alcohol test 

• Valid driver’s license and an automobile 

COMMUNICATION / ORGANIZATION: Maintains communication with internal and external stakeholders such as Board of Education, Educational Agencies, Federal/State/Local agencies, teachers, other school personnel, parents/guardians, businesses, and community to enhance cooperative action which will meet the educational needs of students. Compiles data for statistical purposes. Maintains confidentiality regarding district records. Ability to speak clear and concisely in written or oral communication. Includes giving instructions, assignments, or directions to subordinates or assistants as needed to carry out duties. 

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or composite characteristics of data, people, or things. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Functions of the job include: pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations; personnel processes; curriculum adoption process; program planning and development; and learning styles and curriculum models. Ability is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate to significant. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, stand and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.? The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and is a standard acceptable level for this environment. 

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 261 days 

SALARY: Level 14

Classified Salary Schedule

https://www.kckschools.org/hr/classified-salary-schedule-work-page

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt  

REPORT TO:  Chief of Police

EVALUATION:  Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with Board of Education policy. 

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  The individual holding this position performs additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.   

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  KCKPS is an equal opportunity employer and shall not discriminate in its employment practices and policies with respect to hiring, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex/gender (to include orientation, identity, or expression), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The City of Ulysses is seeking conscientious, motivated applicants for the position of Police Officer. The Ulysses Police Department is a modern, well equipped agency that serves a population of approx. 6000. Our Department has the opportunity to advance to positions such as Sergeant, Detective, SRO & K-9 Handler.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
The City of Ulysses is an equal opportunity employer.

TYPE:  Full Time

SALARY: 

• Non-Certified Full Time Patrol Officer $20.00 /hr starting pay
• Certified Full Time Patrol Officer pay based on experience and qualifications

BENEFITS:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance. Optional AFLAC, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and AD&D Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
• KP&F (Kansas Police and Fire Retirement Program).
• Paid vacation and sick leave, 11 paid Holidays, free golf membership, free gym membership.
• Take home Patrol Vehicle equipped with patrol rifle and shotgun.
• Uniforms and equipment are all provided, including Taser, Duty Weapon with red dot optic, AXON Bodycam, and department issued laptop. Boot reimbursement is done on a yearly basis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be a legal US Citizen
• Must possess a valid KS Driver's License or ability to obtain a KS Driver’s License upon hire
• Have a High School diploma or GED
• Possess good moral character
• Cannot have any felony convictions
• Cannot have serious misdemeanor convictions
• Residency within the City of Ulysses within 30 days of employment

OBTAINING AN APPLICATION:  

Applications can be printed from the City of Ulysses Website http://www.cityofulysses.com/police-officer-description.htm, contacting Ulysses City Hall @ (620) 356-4600, or Sgt. Mike Hernandez at (620) 356-3500

Applications along with resumes can be mailed / delivered to Ulysses City Hall in care of Chief Ronald Vagher.  115 W. Grant Avenue, Ulysses, KS 67880.

CLOSING DATE:  12/31/2026

The Colby Police Department is currently seeking applications for the position of Police Officer I or II. We are a growing community in Northwest Kansas along I70 and are looking for motivated individuals who want to serve the community. We are a 24 hour agency with at least two officers on per shift. 

Duties would include patrol, response to calls for service, and criminal investigations. 

Applicants must be a US Citizen, twenty-one (21) years of age, and meet the Department standards in the following categories: background investigation, written testing, interviews, psychological test, drug screening and physical agility testing. Other requirements include a valid Kansas Driver’s license, high school diploma or equivalent and residency requirements. 

The City of Colby is an equal opportunity employer and provides employees with an optional health (low deductible) and life insurance packages, sick leave, vacation, KPERS retirement benefits, short-term disability, fitness center and gym reimbursement, overtime provisions, uniforms, equipment and training. Starting salary will depend on qualifications and there is potential for high yearly merit increases. Starting salary depending on qualifications and experience. Police officers work rotating 12-hour shifts, to include nights and weekends. Officers do have every other three-day weekend off. 

Applications are available through the City of Colby website https://cityofcolby.com/292/Apply-for-a-Job  or from the Colby Police Department, 275 N. Court, Colby KS 67701. (Phone: 785-460-4460). EOE

Applications accepted until position filled. 

The City of McLouth, KS is accepting applications for a full time Police Officer. Chosen candidate should be self-motivated, community oriented, able to work with limited supervision and have the highest level of integrity and good moral character.

Qualifications for this position:

• Must be 21 years of age and be a U.S. Citizen
• Possess a high school diploma or GED, have a valid driver’s license
• Be able to pass a background check, drug screen and psychological exam
• No Giglio/Brady issues
• No domestic violence related convictions

• No felony or disqualifying misdemeanor convictions

• KLETC certified or eligible for reciprocity preferred but not required for the right candidate.

The City of McLouth offers a competitive wage, KPERS retirement, generous paid holiday schedule, and excellent family insurance. 

Submit an application and resume to the McLouth Police Department at 110 North Union Street, McLouth KS 66054, or email chieftaylor@cityofmclouth.org. You can retrieve an application at the City of McLouth website. 

The Goddard School District Police Department is seeking professional, highly motivated, problem-solving, community-oriented individuals for a full-time Police Officer position. The Department is a model agency dedicated to the service and protection of our students, faculty, patrons, and facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Enforce all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances
• Respond to calls for service
• Patrol schools to deter and detect crime
• Investigate complaints
• Cite and/or arrest violators of the law
• Follow up on pending reports and cases
• Prepare appropriate local and state reports
• Protect life and property

When not responding to calls for service, department members are expected to use self-directed work time efficiently by initiating work on tasks identified by supervisory personnel as priorities for this position.

Applicants must be able to perform these duties and responsibilities in a race- and ethnicity-neutral manner.

Position Information

• Full-Time, 12-month position
• Hours and days of work may vary
• Overtime is highly likely
• Starting salary: $23.50 per hour, dependent upon qualifications and prior law enforcement work experience

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 21 years of age at time of appointment
• No criminal record
• Valid Kansas driver's license
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and physical examination

Preference will be given to applicants who are currently KLETC certified and possess a college degree with an emphasis in criminal justice or education.

Application Process

Internal and external applicants must complete the online application located on the school district website:
www.goddardusd.com

Questions regarding this position should be directed to Chief Joe Camp at 316-794-4000 or jcamp@goddardusd.com.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Wellington, the County Seat for Sumner County, Kansas, is known as the “Wheat Capital of the World”, located in south central Kansas approximately 20 miles north of the Kansas/Oklahoma borders.  Wellington is the largest city in Sumner County.    

As a Wellington Police Officer, you must be a person of honor, integrity, possess strong communication skills, and be able to render sound decisions under pressure.  Most of all, you must be committed to public service, which includes participating in community service events/activities, assisting our citizens, and investigating/solving crimes.

Salary Range: $20.77-$32.83 DOQ

Qualifications:  Minimum qualification includes, high school or GED diploma, 21 years of age at time of appointment, no Felony, domestic violence or serious misdemeanor offenses.  Selection process includes a written exam, oral board interview, psychological examination, Health/drug screen, physical agility test, and background investigation.  Twenty-minute response time for call backs.  Current certified law enforcement officer preferred, but not required.   

Applying: Visit www.cityofwellington.net to apply or contact the City of Wellington/Human Resource Office at 620-326-2811.   

Closing Date:  Open until Filled

For additional questions/concerns, contact Chief Tracy A. Heath at 620-326-3331.

The Goddard Police Department is accepting applications to fill (1) Evening Patrol Sergeant position to primarily work the hours of 7:00pm through 5:00am, Tuesday-Friday. We seek to hire individuals who exemplify the highest standards of integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. Candidates must be well-organized, self-motivated, and punctual. Candidates must have a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, strong work ethic, adaptive personality, and capability to function efficiently under stressful situations. With a population 7,200, Goddard is a rapidly growing community with a small-town atmosphere. The Goddard Police Department is well respected by city staff and heavily supported by our elected officials. Under supervision of the Chief of Police and Police Lieutenant, the Sergeant position performs the following essential functions, but is not limited to:

Essential Functions

• Patrols the city to preserve law and order; to prevent and discover crime; and enforce laws and regulations.
• Answers calls for assistance and complaints from citizens.
• Schedules police personnel to provide adequate police staffing for shifts, special events and court duty.
• Provide the first review of cases worked by Police Officers ensuring accuracy, correctness, legality and best practices.
• Coordinate field training for new officers and retraining for current officers.
• Conducts frequent reviews of digital media obtained from in-car video and body cameras.
• Conducts preliminary investigations, locates witnesses, and makes arrests and prisoner transports.
• Conducts both moving and stationary surveillance and monitoring as required for investigations.
• Prepares operation plans for the execution of warrants; performs forcible entry into the structure under warrant if necessary and arrests defendants; searches premises for secreted persons and contraband; identifies, collects and packages contraband and evidence.
• Testifies as a witness in court.
• Prepares and maintains records, reports and case files.
• Locates, processes, identifies, collects, and preserves physical evidence.
• Attends classes, conferences, or seminars, as assigned and deemed to be in the best interests of the city and department.
• Remains educationally current on legislative or industry standardized policies and procedures upcoming and/or approved changes. 
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other city employees and the public using principles of good customer service including responding to questions, complaints and concerns in a prompt, professional, respectful manner. 

RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT

Goddard Police Department members should live within a 30-minute drive to Goddard.

SALARY RANGE

$38.00-$40.00 Hourly DOQ

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants preferred for this position should have at least seven years of law enforcement experience with time spent in supervision or investigative assignments.

BENEFITS

• 40-Hour work week consisting of 4, 10-hour shifts
• • 1900-0500hrs
• Health Insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• • Secondary Insurance through Freedom Claims Insurance
  • City pays 100% officer premium & approximately 80% spouse/dependents.
• Optional Dental Insurance available
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Active Military 10-days Paid Leave
• EMPAC Wellness Program
• Kansas Police & Fire Retirement Program
• Optional 457 Tax Deferred Retirement                         
• Shift Differential Pay up to $1.00/hour
• Paid local health club membership and discounted family membership
• All Uniforms, Weapons, and gear provided
• Monthly allotment training ammunition provided
• Take-Home Vehicle
• Assigned Patrol Rifle
• Paid annual KPOA membership
• Recruitment Bonus $1000 per hired city employee

HOW TO APPLY

https://www.goddardks.gov/jobs.aspx or email LBeagley@goddardks.gov

The Goddard Police Department is accepting applications to fill openings for Police Officer. With an allotted agency size of 15 commissioned personnel, we seek to hire individuals who exemplify the highest standards of integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. Candidates must be well-organized, self-motivated, and punctual. Candidates must have a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, strong work ethic, adaptive personality, and capability to function efficiently under stressful situations. With a population 7,200, Goddard is a rapidly growing community with a small-town atmosphere. The Goddard Police Department is well respected by city staff and heavily supported by our elected officials. Under supervision of a Sergeant, Lieutenant and Chief, officers perform the following essential functions, but not limited to:

Essential Functions

• Patrol areas of the city either by patrol vehicle, bicycle, or on foot to preserve law and order, to prevent and discover the commission of crime, and to enforce motor vehicle and parking regulations and correct traffic hazards.
• Answer calls and complaints received by radio, telephone, or in person involving emergency, disorder, and crime.
• Interview people with complaints or inquiries, take statements and tend to proper disposition of the information or direct them to proper authorities.
• Conduct preliminary investigations, gather evidence, and locate witnesses.
• Make arrests and/or take prisoners to jail.
• Appear in court to present evidence and/or testify as required.
• Conduct police-related community awareness and public relations work.
• May administer basic first aid.
• Conduct preliminary investigations, locate witnesses, affect arrests.
• Interview people with complaints or inquiries and make proper disposition or direct them to proper authorities.
• Conduct preliminary investigations of major crimes or felonies.
• Serve criminal processes including warrants and subpoenas, testify as a witness in court.
• Maintain records, prepare reports and perform other clerical duties.
• Locate, process, identify, collect, and preserve physical evidence.
• Ensure prisoners are charged and transported to proper facilities.
• Process crime scenes for latent fingerprint and palm print impressions and photograph all pertinent evidence.
• Attend classes, conferences, or seminars as assigned, deemed necessary to the best interests of the city and department.
• Attend training to retain certifications.
• Ensure 40 hours of in-service training is completed each year of employment.
• Perform related work as required and directed.
• The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive. The City of Goddard reserves the right to assign additional duties as needed.

RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT

Goddard Police Department members should live within a 30-minute drive to Goddard.

Pay starts at $25.50/hourly equaling $53,040/annualy. Commissioned experience can be taken into consideration for increased pay rate at the discretion of the Chief of Police. Candidates recommended for hire will be required to successfully complete a fitness assessment, pre-employment drug screen, deception testing, psychological exam, and physical exam.

BENEFITS:

• Health Insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield: City pays 100% of insurance premiums for employee and approximately 80% of insurance premiums for spouse and dependents
• Optional Dental Insurance available
• Paid Vacation/Sick leave
• KP&F (Kansas Police and Fire Retirement Program)
• Uniforms, weapons, gear provided
• Monthly allotment of practice ammunition provided
• Optional 457 Tax Deferred Retirement
• Paid local health club membership
• 40hr work week consisting of four, 10-hour shifts
• Shift Differential Pay $0.50/hr for evening and $1.00/hr overnight shifts
• Take-Home vehicle issued upon completion of probation
• Assigned patrol rifle for each commissioned department member
• 30-minute residency requirement from Goddard

HOW TO APPLY

https://www.goddardks.gov/jobs.aspx or email LBeagley@goddardks.gov

The Hodgeman County Sheriff's Office is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the open position  for a full-time Deputy Sheriff.

Benefits Include:

• Single and Family paid insurance
• KPERS Retirement
• Paid Vacation and Sick leave
• Uniforms, equipment provided by the agency
• Take home patrol vehicle

Minimum Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizen
• At least 21 years of age
• Possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• No Brady/Giglio Disqualifiers
• Valid Driver's License
• No felony or serious misdemeanor convictions
• Pass psychological and drug testing
• Must be able to obtain certification from KLETC

Hourly pay rate for this position is between $19.50 to $21.00 per hour depending on qualifications.

To obtain an application email: sheriffwalker871@gmail.com