Kansas Law Enforcement Related Job Opportunities

Start Your Journey With Us - Hiring Incentive $3000

We are actively seeking individuals who aspire to be police officers. Are you ready to make a difference? Your role as a Police Officer will be crucial in shaping the future of Park City.

It is an exciting time for the city as we are experiencing unprecedented growth and development.  Our future is bright and yours is too - we’re offering a $3,000 sign-on bonus, exceptional benefits, and we have just revamped our pay plan and increased our wages to attract highly qualified professionals

Successful candidates will receive top notch training at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center and from the professional team of law enforcement officers for the city of Park City.

A non-certified officer will receive a Hiring Incentive of $3000 and the base starting pay will be a combination of the following factors:

• $26.63 per hour
• 2% increase in starting pay for prior military experience
• 1% increase in starting pay for an associate’s degree
• 1% increase in pay for a Bachelor’s degree

Perks and Benefits:

• Health Insurance: City pays 100% of the employee premium.
• Health Reimbursement Account: Offsets insurance deductible, coinsurance, and copays.
• Additional Coverage: Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, LegalShield, AFLAC, Three-in-One Supplemental.
• Retirement Plans: KP&F Retirement and KPERS 457 Deferred Compensation.
• Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and 11 paid Holidays.
• Differential Pay: Shift, Weekend, and Instructor Differential Pay.
• Bilingual Pay
• Professional Development: Training opportunities and $2,500/year college tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness: On-site fitness facility, discounted membership to YMCA or area fitness club, and wellness initiatives.
• Support: Employee Assistance Program for counseling and education for employees and their families.

  How to Apply:

• Complete application on ks.govjobs.com
• Personal History Statement: Complete and submit the form available on the Park City Website https://www.parkcityks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2281/Personal-History-Questions?bidId= 

Apply now and be part of our dedicated and skilled team in Park City!

Once the Personal History Statement has been completed someone for our Police Department will contact you. 

Exciting time to Join our Team

Hiring Incentive $10,000

Your role as a Police Officer will be crucial in shaping the future of Park City. It is an exciting time for the city as we are experiencing unprecedented growth and development. As our city expands, so does the need for professional and dedicated certified police officers like You!

Our future is bright and yours is too - we’re offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus, exceptional benefits, and we have just revamped our pay plan and increased our wages to attract highly qualified professionals.

Starting Pay for a  certified officer will depend upon experience and qualifications:

• $29.29 - $31.55 for 2 to 5 years of applicable experience
• $31.55 - $33.14 for 5 to 7 years of applicable experience
• $33.14 - $35.69 for 7 to 10+ years of applicable experience

Perks and Benefits:

• Health Insurance: City pays 100% of the employee premium.
• Health Reimbursement Account: Offsets insurance deductible, coinsurance, and copays.
• Additional Coverage: Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, LegalShield, AFLAC, Three-in-One Supplemental.
• Retirement Plans: KP&F Retirement and KPERS 457 Deferred Compensation.
• Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and 11 paid Holidays.
• Differential Pay: Shift, Weekend, and Instructor Differential Pay.
• Bilingual Pay
• Professional Development: Training opportunities and $2,500/year college tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness: On-site fitness facility, discounted membership to YMCA or area fitness club, and wellness initiatives.
• Support: Employee Assistance Program for counseling and education for employees and their families.

How to Apply:

• Complete application on ks.govjobs.com
• Personal History Statement: Complete and submit the form available on the Park City Website https://www.parkcityks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2281/Personal-History-Questions?bidId= 

Apply now and be part of our dedicated and skilled team in Park City!

Once the Personal History Statement has been completed someone for our Police Department will contact you. 

The City of Hill City, Kansas seeks a dedicated, energetic individual who demonstrates a high level of integrity, to serve as a police officer for The Hill City Police Department.  The department presently operates with four full-time sworn officers, and 2 part time officers, who serve the city’s approximately 1,500 residents.

The City of Hill City is the county seat, located at the intersection of Highway 283 and Highway 24, in Graham County Kansas.  Hill City is approximately 45 minutes north and west of Hays, Kansas (58 miles) and approximately 4 hrs. and 30 minutes east of Denver, Colorado. (299 Miles)

The ideal candidate for this position will demonstrate a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work as a team.  The ideal candidate will understand the challenges associated with law enforcement in a western Kansas rural community.  The ideal candidate is willing to engage with the community, and work effectively with others to continuously improve community relations. 

Essential Job Requirements:

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Possess or able to obtain a valid Kansas Driver’s License. 

Be a U.S. Citizen, 21 years of age or older by the date of hire.

Capable of gaining a certification through The Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center.

Successfully pass a background investigation, a drug test, psychological examination, physical examination, and be able to legally carry a handgun.

Be willing to participate in a discussion with an interview board.

To reside within The Hill City Limits after a reasonable amount of time after date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college.
• Current fulltime law enforcement officer certificate from The Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center, or the ability to pass a reciprocity class.

Pay and Benefits:

• Pay is dependent on qualifications.  Benefits package includes: BCBS health insurance, KPERS retirement, paid sick/ vacation time, overtime, call outs/ stand by, all uniforms/ equipment provided, plus a take home vehicle.      

Applications:

Those interested in applying can call The Hill City Police Department at 785-421-2244, The Hill City Hall at 785-421-3438, or email Chief Smee  at hcpdchief@ruraltel.net or  Assistant Chief Thomas at  hcpd204@ruraltel.net. Copies of the application packet are also posted on our Facebook page. 

The position is open until filled.

Completed applications can be either emailed to the above addresses, or by postal service at

Chief Chris Smee
C/O Police Officer Applications
205 N. Pomeroy
Hill City, KS 67642

The Derby Police Department is looking for civic-minded men and women who have a desire to serve and protect and are willing to build relationships with businesses and residents. Exceptional career advancement opportunities are available. Derby offers training opportunities for officers to join specialized units such as School Resource Officers, bike patrol, investigations and Special Operations Team.

• Pay range $23.69 to $32.06/hour (additional pay for experienced officers).
• 21 years of age (you can begin the application process when you are 20)
• U.S. citizen, High school diploma or equivalent, Background and physical requirements, Polygraph and psychological tests, Good moral character

Visit https://derbyks.com/675/Job-Openings

 to apply.

Position closes September 30, 2024

Questions may be emailed to jobs@derbyweb.com.

The Haskell County Sheriff's Office is currently taking applications for the position of PATROL DEPUTY.  Haskell County is in Southwest Kansas and provides contract law enforcement to the Cities of Sublette and Satanta. Benefits include full family health insurance, KP&F retirement, paid holidays, paid vacation and sick time accumulated upon employment. All duty equipment is provided by the department.

In addition to the Sheriff and Undersheriff, we offer the advancements of two sergeant positions, detective, K-9 handler, and two SRO positions. Patrol deputies currently work 12.5-hour shifts on a rotating schedule that normally allows for a 3-day weekend every other weekend.

Salary: $20.01 per hour for noncertified law enforcement officers, and $21.01-26.01 per hour for certified law enforcement officers. Pay raises will be given with completion of the academy and time of service with the office

Minimal Qualifications: 21 years of age, US Citizen, high school diploma or equivalent, ability to obtain a valid Kansas driver's license, and no felony or major misdemeanor convictions.

Applicant must be able to live and work in a rural community, pass a thorough background investigation, drug screening, medical evaluation, and psychological evaluation.

Obtain an application by contacting the Haskell County Sheriff's Office at 620-675-2289. Applications can also be picked up at the sheriff's office located at 300 South Inman in Sublette, Kansas, or found online at www.haskellcounty.org. Under Departments > Sheriff > Deputy Sheriff Application.

Completed applications can be either faxed (620-675-2638), or mailed to the below listed address:

Haskell County Sheriff's Office

300 South Inman, PO Box 853, Sublette, Kansas, 67877

Closing Date: Until Filled

Haskell County is an equal opportunity employer.

Position: School Resource / D.A.R.E 

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.

Description & Details

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

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: December 31, 2024

Do you like to eat donuts? We do!

Do you like to turn on lights and sirens? We do!

Do you like to get told what to do by Dispatchers? That’s our favorite thing here to do!

If any of these interests, you please continue to read the following:

Ness County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking a dedicated and skilled individual to join our law enforcement team. As a Sheriff’s Deputy, you will play a crucial role in maintaining public safety, enforcing laws, and protecting the community we serve. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our county and uphold the principles of justice and integrity. 

To qualify for the position the following you will need to have/be able to:

• A Valid Kansas driver’s license, or be able to obtain one prior to employment 

• Be 21 years of age

• A United States citizen, who has never been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude. 

• Be able to pass a pre-employment background investigation 

• Be able to pass a drug testing, pre-employment physical, and psychological testing. 

• Must live in our wonderful county of Ness County, KS or move here within 6 months of employment

Essential Functions of our Sheriff’s Office include but not limited to the following: 

• Keeping and preserving the peace in our wonderful county and suppress all riots and unlawful assemblies

• Enforce the laws of the State of Kansas

• Serve Court documents for civil and criminal proceedings

• Transport prisoners

• Aid the public daily

• Enforce traffic laws and assist stranded motorists. Remember “Click It or Ticket It”

• Attends and completes all training requirements as required by KSCPOST

• All other duties as required by our favorite Sheriff

Pay varies! Uncertified Deputies will start out at $17.71 per hour. Certified Deputies starting pay is $18.16 per hour with lateral eligibility with years of service. $500 per month on call pay for certified Deputies. Other benefits include KPERS, Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, take-home vehicle, holiday pay, and more!

If you have made it this far, please obtain an application by emailing bmitchell@nesscoso.org, or calling the Ness County Sheriff’s Office at (785) 798-3611. If you are really interested stop on by the Sheriff’s Office at 221 W Main St, Ness City Kansas 67560. 

The Russell County Sheriff’s Office is seeking to fill the position of  Emergency Management Director. This is a full-time position, under  the general supervision of the Russell County Sheriff. This position is  responsible for the operations of the Emergency Management  Department for Russell County. Performs comprehensive emergency  management program activities, which include mitigation,  preparedness, response and recovery. May lead or assist with  projects in many program areas including disaster exercises,  planning, public education, operations, public information, logistics,  technology and equipment support, homeland security and  training. Applicant must possess strong communication, public  relations, organizational and supervisory skills. Enforce and maintain  compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and  ordinances. Field questions, concerns and complaints from public. 

Required Education and/or Experience: Kansas Certified  Emergency Manager certification preferred but not required. Must  possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Experience and/or  education in Emergency Management and/or any of the emergency  services fields is preferred but not required. 

Resume may be mailed to the Russell County Sheriff’s Office, PO Box 825, Russell, KS. 67665. 

Russell County is an EOE employer.

The Harper County Sheriff’s Office has an opening for a full-time Deputy Sheriff position.  Our Office is looking for a professional, motivated person with strong moral character, who has an interest in protecting and serving the residents of Harper County.  Applicants should possess a community-orienting policing mindset, and should possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Familiarity with Microsoft word and basic typing skills are preferred but not required. 

The Harper County Sheriff’s Office consists of the Sheriff, Undersheriff, Sergeant, K-9 Deputy, School Resource Officer, two sworn Deputies, one part time Deputy, and one Reserve Deputy.  Our Office also employs 5 Detention Deputies in the Harper County Detention Center. Our schedule consists of set 12-hour shifts that allow a 3-day weekend off every other week.  Harper County offers paid health and dental insurance options, employer funded Health Reimbursement Account, KPERS retirement plan, Life Insurance and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit. The department will pay for your attendance at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center if not already certified, and upon completion you will receive the opportunity for further advanced training as you progress in your career as well as a pay increase. 

COMPENSATION

Starting salary for uncertified Deputy Sheriff is $18.60/hr., increasing to $19.16/hr. after completion of the police academy and probationary period.  Lateral applicants will be paid dependent on qualifications, years of experience and other certifications. 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Experience: One year of similar experience is preferred. This employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform skills reasonably well within one year of employment.

Education: A high school diploma or GED is required. This position requires graduation from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center, or from a reciprocating law enforcement training center and a valid Kansas Driver’s License.

Technical Skills: A thorough knowledge of all federal, state and local laws, computers, investigative techniques, first aid, and firearms. This employee must be able to efficiently operate, computers, firearms, patrol vehicles, radar, equipment, cameras, and other law enforcement equipment.

Problem Solving and Decision Making: Problem solving and decision making are a factor in this position. This employee encounters problems on a daily basis.  This employee makes decisions about investigation of criminal activity, use of force, making arrests, and performing daily duties in the safest and most efficient manner. 

Applications are available in the Human Resources Office of the Harper County Courthouse, as well as online at www.harpercountyks.gov, and will be accepted until the positions are filled. Harper County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.   

Residency: Residency within Harper County is required. 

Open until filled.

The Paola Police Department is currently searching for motivated individuals for the full-time position of Police Officer.  The city of Paola Is located 18 miles south of Olathe, Kansas and the Greater Kansas City Metro Area.  The Paola Police Department consists of 16 sworn officers and 3 civilian employees.  Those selected to fill this position will be responsible for enforcing local, state, and federal laws, investigating crimes, enforcing traffic regulations, investigating traffic crashes, assisting the public, and serving on a TEAM that takes great pride in serving and protecting its community.

Qualifications

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire, must possess a valid driver’s license, must be in good physical condition, have no felony, serious misdemeanor, or domestic violence convictions, be a US citizen, possess a high school diploma or GED, and must be able to pass a written and oral exam, physical fitness, physical exam, polygraph and psychological exam.

SalaryPatrol Officer starting at $24.50 Additional pay considerations available DOQ (Including but not limited to: college degree, military experience, bilingual, etc.) Other benefits include sick, vacation, and personal leave, furnished uniforms and equipment, health, dental, and life insurance plans, and Kansas Police & Fire (KP&F) retirement.

Miscellaneous Information

Qualified individuals can obtain an application at Paola City Hall (19 E. Peoria St.) or the Paola Justice Center (805 N. Pearl St.).  Applications may also be obtained online at www.cityofpaola.com. All applications must be returned to HR Director Jessica Newton for processing, either in person, by mail, or electronically at jnewton@paolagov.org.  For additional inquiries, contact Captain Jenkins at (913)259-3633, or at ejenkins@paolagov.org. The City of Paola is an equal opportunity employer.

ClosingOpen Until Filled