Kansas Law Enforcement Related Job Opportunities

The City of Garden Plain is seeking applicants for police officers.  Located on the west side of the Wichita metro area, the community is a growing suburb bedroom community, home to approximately 1,000 residents and the award-winning Renwick School District. 

The ideal candidate will be a professional, proactive, and community-oriented individual.  Preference given to certified, experienced officers.  Must be 21 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, valid drivers license.  Subject to background checks and other testing as deemed necessary by the City.  

Competitive salary range depending on experience.  Benefits include 11 paid holidays, health, dental, vision and life insurance, KPERS and KPERS 457-B retirement plans and paid time off and vacation leave.  The full job description and application materials can be found on the City’s website: https://gardenplain.com/business/employment/ or by contacting Garden Plain City Hall: 316-531-2321, in person at 505 N. Main Street, or by emailing cityclerk@gardenplain.com. Consideration will be given to both full time and part time applicants.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

Smith County, Kansas Sheriff's Office has 3 immediate openings for the position of Sheriff's Deputy.

• Applicant must be 21 years of age or older.
• Have at least a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass a thorough background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Must be a Smith County resident or willing to relocate within 90 days of hire.
• Must possess a valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts (Pitman Schedule), nights,  occasional holidays, and every other weekend.  
• Must be honest, trustworthy, have good moral character, and be a team player! 

Current CPOST Certification is preferred but not required - willing to train the right candidate.  Deputies are paid while attending Basic Training at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center.  

Starting pay depends on experience.

Great benefits:

• Health Insurance by BCBSKS and Freedom Claims, both paid for by County.
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental coverages also available.
• Paid Holidays
• KPERS Retirement

If interested, please apply in person at the Smith County, Kansas Sheriff's Office, located at 217 S. Jefferson Street,  Smith Center, Kansas.  

Alternatively, send résumé and request for Application to smithcountykssheriff@gmail.com.

Taking applications until positions are filled. 

The Scott County Sheriff’s Office has a rare opportunity available; we currently are accepting applications for highly motivated individuals to fill a Deputy Sheriff position. Scott County has a population of approximately 5150, covering 718 sq. miles. Scott City is conveniently situated at the crossroads of U.S. Highway 83 and K-96.  We are 35 miles north of Garden City, 90 miles northwest of Dodge City, and 110 miles southwest of Hays.  

Scott County is in the heart of Western Kansas, Scott City is a thriving and welcoming community known for its strong sense of hometown pride, excellent quality of life, and rich agricultural heritage. 

One of the standout features of Scott City is Lake Scott State Park, a true oasis on the plains.  Just a short drive north of town, this picturesque park offers hiking, fishing, camping, and historic sites, including the remains of the El Quartelejo Pueblo, the northernmost pueblo ruins in the U.S. 

Education is a top priority in Scott City, with Unified School District 466 (Scott County Schools) providing outstanding learning opportunities for students from preschool through high school. The district is known for its strong academic programs, dedicated teachers, and successful extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics and award-winning fine arts programs. 

The local economy is rooted in agriculture, agribusiness, and a growing industrial sector, with many opportunities for employment and entrepreneurship. As a regional trade center, Scott City supports a variety of businesses, including retail, manufacturing, and professional services. Local industries continue to evolve, making Scott City a stable and forward-thinking community for career growth. 

Another key asset to our community is Scott County Hospital, a state-of-the-art medical facility offering comprehensive healthcare services to residents of Scott County and surrounding areas. With a team of skilled professionals, the hospital provides emergency care, specialty clinics, and wellness programs, ensuring high-quality healthcare close to home. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Must be 21 years of age or older. 

• Have a valid Kansas Driver’s License 

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent 

• Must be physically and mentally able to perform law enforcement duties 

• Must not have been convicted of a crime of domestic violence, certain misdemeanor crimes, or any felony. You must not have any Brady-Giglio issues, and possess good moral character

Benefits: 

• Blue Cross and Blue Shield health insurance

• KPERS Retirement 

• 12 Paid Holidays and 2 Discretionary Days

• 8 hours of Sick Leave and Vacation accrued at the end of each month

• All equipment provided, uniforms, duty gear, duty weapons, patrol rifles and tasers 

• Take home patrol vehicle 

• Up-to-date equipment to include AXON body cameras and new 800 MHZ Motorola Radios 

• Offer progressive training 

• Officers work 9-hour shifts with scheduled overtime and are eligible for on-call time. 

• Competitive pay (DOQ) Starting at $19:00 hr.

We are a progressive law enforcement agency that employs (5) full-time sworn Sheriff Deputies, (5) Correction Officers, (1) part-time civilian employee. There are many opportunities within the department for specialized training, firearm instructors, defensive tactic instructors, less lethal instructors, Taser Instructor, field training officer(s), and many others. 

Patrol duties include enforcing federal, state, and local laws and ordinances, investigating crimes and accidents, and providing public assistance. 

Final candidates will be required to pass an extensive background investigation. A conditional job offer requires applicants to pass a psychological evaluation and physical and drug screen.

OBTAINING AN APPLICATION: Applications can be picked up at the Scott County Sheriff’s Office. 

Applications and resumes can be submitted by Email to jpounds@scottlec.org or dropped off/mailed to the Scott County Sheriff’s Office 602 West 5th Scott City Ks. 67871, c/o Sheriff Jeffrey Pounds or Undersheriff Michael McEachern.

Scott County is an equal opportunity employer.

Closing date: June 15, 2025  

The City of Great Bend is currently recruiting Non-Certified and Certified police officers to fill Police Officer 1 & 2 position(s).

The Great Bend Police Department is always looking for qualified applicants who want to join us in our mission of providing our community with professional and dedicated law enforcement services. Our department and town are small enough that you won't get "lost in the crowd", but large enough to offer officers various opportunities. We are a progressive department that is always exploring new ways to better serve our community. For more information on the duties and responsibilities refer to the “Job Details” tab at www.greatbendks.net.

Minimum Requirements
Position Salary and Benefits

Police Officer 1:

Police Officer 2:

Work Schedule

Bi-monthly Night/Day rotations, where officers work 12-hour shifts for 7 days in a 14-day period. Including every other 3-day weekend off.

Applying:

Applications can be submitted online at www.greatbendks.net under the “Jobs” tab until position(s) is filled. For an in-person application or additional questions contact the Great Bend Human Resources Department.

• Closing Date: July 31, 2025, 11:59 p.m. OR until position is filled.

Hiring Process

Standardized written test (unless certified), physical agility test, oral board interview, extensive background investigation, psychological evaluation, range of motion test, and drug screening.

Human Resources:

620-793-4111

rkeasling@greatbendks.net  

City of Great Bend
1209 Williams St
Great Bend, KS 67530

The City of Yates Center KS is currently taking applications for Full Time (84 hours every two weeks) Police Officer to fill open positions within the department. The department is a four-officer department, with a family friendly environment.

Yates Center is a city of approximately 1,300 people located in Woodson County, KS. Yates Center Police Officers may be required to work 12-hour shifts, holidays, nights and weekends as assigned.

TYPE:  Full Time

SALARY:  Entry level Police Officers can start at approximately $19.00/hr. with raises after graduation from KLETC, and a 90 probation, post-graduation.
Starting salary for Lateral entry Police Officers is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The City of Yates Center provides, as a sampling, the following benefits for full-time employees:

• Paid Vacation Time after 1 year of full-time employment
• Paid Sick Leave Time
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 1 Paid Discretionary Day - Birthday Holiday
• Health and Dental Insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield paid for the employee, with dependent options available
• KPERS Retirement Program
• $100 towards your water bill if a city resident using city water

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  No previous experience necessary.
Must have or be able to graduate KLETC within one (1) year of employment.

Education: High School diploma or GED. Possession of a valid driver’s
license is mandatory.

Applicants must be 21 years of age.
Applicants must be able to pass a criminal background check with no felony
or major misdemeanor convictions.
Applicants must be able to communicate proficiently.
Applicants must be able to pass a drug screen.

Applicants must pass a physical exam.

Applicants must be clear from any Brady Giglio issues.

OBTAINING AN APPLICATION:  Applications are available at Yates Center City Hall located at 117 E Rutledge Street, Yates Center, KS 66783 or can be sent by email please contact Chief Michael Strode at  mstrode@yatescenter.gov or call (620) 625-2118

Please include RESUME with Application.

The City of Yates Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The McPherson County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for a Full-time Deputy Sheriff,   12-hour shift position. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Providing general law enforcement services to those within the jurisdictional limits of the agency, preserving public peace, protecting life and property, preventing crime as well as the constitutional rights of all citizens encountered. 

All work equipment will be supplied, including a take-home vehicle. McPherson County offers competitive benefits and paid time off. Hourly non-certified people starting at $23.30 and certified people starting at $24.24 + DOQ. 

Position requirements include but are not limited to: United States Citizen, high school diploma or equivalent, 21 years of age, valid Kansas driver's license, good moral character and no felony or domestic violence convictions. 

Applicants must successfully pass a criminal background investigation, psychological examination, drug and alcohol screening, a written test and physical agility examination. 

If interested, please apply online at www.mcphersoncountyks.us or in the Personnel Office of the McPherson County Courthouse. Please attach/include a resume. McPherson is an equal opportunity employer.

The position will remain open until filled. 

The City of Holton, 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. 

The City of Holton is the county seat for Jackson County, KS. With a population of over 3,300 residents.  The city and surrounding area are home to 3 casinos, Holton’s Prairie Lake and Banner Creek Reservoir, offering plenty of opportunities and activities.  Holton is a bustling city on the US Highway 75 corridor about 25 minutes from Topeka.  

 Qualifications for this position:  Must be 21 years of age, 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, KLETC certified or eligible for reciprocity preferred but not required for the right candidate.

Residency requirement is as follows:  Must be willing to live or move within 30 minutes of the city of Holton.  For officers living within the city’s electric grid, roughly a 3-mile radius around the city, a take home car is available. 

 Benefits include Blue Cross Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance,  supplemental insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, 1 paid discretionary day, birthday, KPERS retirement.  Free use of the city pool for employee, spouse and children under 18 who live in the home, and free use of the city lake camping facilities.  Starting salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. 

Submit application and resume to the Holton Police Department 301 W 4th ST Holton, KS. 66436.  Applications available online at www.holtonkansas.org or can be picked up at Holton City Hall, 430 Pennsylvania Ave. Holton, KS. 66436

Applications accepted until position is filled. EOE

THE CITY OF ONAGA, KANSAS, is accepting applications for the full-time or part-time position for Chief of Police.  The Chief performs a variety of routine and complex police work.  This employee must have excellent communication, organizational, reasoning and public relation skills.  The employee in this position enforces all federal, state, and local laws in accordance with departmental rules and regulations.  Duties include but are not limited to enforcing traffic laws, investigation of crimes and accidents and providing public assistance. 

Qualifications:  Must be 21 years of age or older; a U.S. citizen; have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record, a high school diploma or equivalent; be in good physical condition; and have a good criminal record free of any serious traffic, misdemeanor, or felony convictions.  Must provide current Kansas law enforcement certification from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center OR upon successful completion of the application process, you will be required to attend the basic course at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC).  Employees must successfully complete a 6-month probationary training and assessment period from the date of employment.  County residency preferred. Salary will be based on education and experience.  The City of Onaga offers a competitive benefit package.  Applicants should send cover letter, application, resume, salary history and three professional references to City of Onaga, PO Box 298, Onaga KS.  66521.  Call 785-889-4456 or email onagaclerk@bluevalley.net with any questions.

Application deadline: May 31, 2025.  EOE

The Belle Plaine Police Department is accepting applications for a full-time Police Officer. The open position is for a night shift which is typically 5pm -5am. Applicants must be 21 years of age, US citizen, High School diploma or GED equivalent, valid Kansas Driver’s License, no Felony or serious Misdemeanor arrests, and be of good moral character. Must be able to pass a written exam, oral interview, physical exam/drug screen and an extensive background check.

Benefits

include paid time off, employee and family health insurance currently paid by employer, holiday pay, etc. Uniforms and equipment provided. Starting wage for full time no experience/uncertified is $20.00 per hour. State certified and experienced officers would be considered for a higher hourly rate of pay depending on experience and qualifications. Work schedule consists of; 12 hour shifts, 84 scheduled hours for two week pay period. A current State of Kansas certification is preferred, but not required. Applications available in person at 419 N Logan Street or requested via email from cdivoll@bpks.org and may be returned via email to cdivoll@bpks.org

Applications can also be completed and faxed to 620-488-2561 or delivered in person at 401 N Merchant St. or 419 N Logan Street in Belle Plaine, KS.

Applications will be accepted until December 31, 2025. EOE, Drug-Free Workplace

Point of Contact: Asst. Chief of Police Craig Divoll

Belle Plaine Police Department

Belle Plaine, Kansas

(620) 488- 2787

cdivoll@bpks.org

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 5 th grade students (10 weeks) and 4 to 5 weeks of D.A.R.E Instruction for Kindergarten, 2 nd grade, 4 th 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

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 1, 2025