Kansas Law Enforcement Related Job Opportunities

The Cloud County Sheriff’s Department is seeking to fill two full-time Corrections  Officers’ positions. Starting pay for Corrections Officer Level 1 is $17.50/hr. The Cloud County Sheriff’s Department provides very competitive insurance through Blue  Cross Blue Shield. Vacation days are accrued from the start of employment and are  available for use at the 6-month mark of employment. All applicants must complete a  5-day jail academy training course. 

Minimum qualifications must include: 

• High school Diploma/GED 

• KS Driver's License 

• No Felonies or Domestic Violence Convictions 

• Pass Pre-Employment Drug Screening 

• Pass O.C., Taser, and Firearm Qualifications 

Qualities Cloud County are looking for include: 

• Highly Motivated Individuals 

• Attention to Detail 

• Dependable 

• Punctual 

• Honest 

Cloud County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all  positions without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, age, the  presence of a non-job-related medical conditions or disability or any other legally  protected status. 

To apply for the open positions please pick up an application at the Cloud County  Sheriff’s Department. If an application needs to be emailed to you call 1-785-243- 8164 and ask for CPT Nevins. You may also fill out our application online at  cloudcountyks.org .

The Cloud County Sheriff’s Department is seeking to fill a full-time Deputy Position.  We aim to hire those with a willingness to work with the community. Cloud County is  an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without  regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, age, the presence of a non-job related medical conditions or disability or any other legally protected status. 

Minimum qualifications must include: 

• High school Diploma/GED 

• KS Driver's License 

• No Felonies or Domestic Violence Convictions 

• Must be a US Citizen 

• Ability to Work Nights, Weekends, & Holidays 

• Pass a Written Test 

• Pass a Physical Agility Test 

• Pass Pre-Employment Drug Screening 

• Pass O.C., Taser, and Firearm Qualifications 

Qualities Cloud County are looking for include: 

• Highly Motivated Individuals 

• Good Moral Character  

• Attention to Detail 

• Dependable 

• Punctual 

• Honest 

If hired, applicants who are not certified will be required to complete the 14-Week  law enforcement training academy. The starting pay for a Deputy Sheriff who is not  certified is $18.50/hr., more for experience, with an increase upon successfully  completing field training. The Cloud County Sheriff’s Department provides very  competitive insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield. Vacation days are accrued  from start of employment and are available for use at the 6-month mark of  employment. 

To apply for this position please go online to cloudcountyks.org or pick up an  application in person at the Cloud County Sheriff’s Department, 2090 Ft. Kearney St,  Concordia, KS. Please call 785-243-3636 with any questions.

The City of Ellsworth (pop 3000+) is now accepting applications for the position of Police Officer.  Ellsworth is conveniently located only 7 miles from I-70, and 35 minutes from Salina and Great Bend, along with only a 30 min drive to two Kansas reservoirs (Wilson and Kanopolis).

This position will be responsible for conducting law enforcement duties to include but not limited to patrol, investigations, as well as other assigned duties.  The Ellsworth Police Department covers the community 24 hours a day, seven days a week utilizing 12-hour shifts.  Shift schedules are normally comprised of two days on, two days off, then three days on which reverse every week.  The Ellsworth Police Department is comprised of 7 F/T Officers (including Chief) and 1 Court Clerk.        

Hours: Full Time

Salary: Starting salary for a non-certified law enforcement officer (Police Officer 1A) is $17 per hour. Starting salary for a certified law enforcement officer is dependent on qualifications. 

Police Officer IA $17-$20

Police Officer 1B $18-$22+

Police Officer II $18-$22+

The Ellsworth Police Department participates in the KP&F retirement system.  The City of Ellsworth has 8 paid holidays in addition to giving 2 personal paid holidays each year.  The Department provides uniforms and equipment for each officer.

Minimum requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent, valid Kansas driver's license or ability to obtain one, no residency requirement however ability to respond in a decent time is required.  KLETC certification is preferred but not mandatory as we will train the right person.  Must pass a background, medical check along with a drug screen.  Applicants must meet all requirements with KSA: 74-5605. The COE is an EOE.

For questions, please call the Ellsworth Police Department at (785)-472-5110.

To obtain an application and information packet email ewkspd1@ellsworthks.net or chaxton@ellsworthks.net 

Position open until filled.

The city of Kechi is a suburb of Wichita. It sits east of Park City and north of Bel Aire. The Police Department is charged with protecting and serving the citizens of Kechi. The Department enforces federal, state, and municipal laws while protecting all citizens’ civil rights. Officers respond to calls and concerns of citizens, enforce traffic laws, assist outside agencies, provide routine patrol of the community, along with other duties.

The applicant is expected to have a high school diploma or equivalent, a current driver’s license with a good driving record; applicants must be 21 years of age and able to pass a background check.  KLETC certification and prior law enforcement experience preferred but not needed at time of application.

Starting hourly rate: 23.88- 29.82

One time sign on bonus up to $10,000 for certified applicants (given in four payments)

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas- City covers 90% of premium (health, dental and prescription)

10 hours shifts

Retirement: Kansas Police and Fire (KP&F)

For questions call Chief Moore or Lieutenant Smith at 316.744.6611

Send your resume and cover letter to Lieutenant Smith at asmith@kechiks.gov

The Bel Aire Police Department is seeking a motivated community-oriented individual who has strong work ethics, morals and the desire to serve and help others to fill the position of Police Officer. Join an agency with a positive culture and opportunities to exceed.

The Bel Aire Police Department is a 16-sworn member, with strong community commitment, and high integrity standards. Officers enjoy state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, external vest carriers, grooming standards that allow for beards and visible tattoos (no hand, neck or facial tattoos), and no residency requirement. Officers also enjoy excellent benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, KP&F retirement, vacation, holidays, sick leave, personal leave and $700/year uniform allowance.

CPOST Certified Preferred.

Certified Officer Pay Range is $24.89 to $35.17 per hour.
Kansas Police & Fire (KP&F) Retirement

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The Police Officer position protects and serves the citizens of the City of Bel Aire by enforcing all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

• Works under the general supervision of the Police Chief and other supervisory personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enforces all federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
• Performs routine patrol duties and responds to traffic control duties.
• Makes arrests and issues traffic citations.
• Responds to emergency situations and calls for police service.
• Prepares reports and official documents.
• Interviews witnesses, suspects, and victims.
• Executes warrants and serves legal documents.
• Responsible for cleaning and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Cooperates with other public safety agencies and City departments as needed.
• Acts as departmental liaison with other law enforcement and governmental agencies at the request of the Police Chief.
• Investigates crimes and accidents.
• Testifies in court.
• Assist with the enforcement of health and zoning ordinances.
• Seizes, preserves evidence; provides security to City facilities, personnel, and operations.
• Ensures the effective operation of equipment and vehicles and ensures department compliance with applicable governmental rules and regulations.

DESIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED. College Degree Preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• No Felony convictions or disqualifying criminal history.
• U.S. Citizen.
• This position requires 40 hours of continuing education annually.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to operate basic law enforcement equipment such as radios, computers, and radar; Intoxilyzer certification is preferred.
• Must be able to periodically qualify with firearms.
• Familiar with the applicable laws, ordinances and department rules and regulations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.89 - $35.17 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• Are you at least 21 years of age?
• If the local media conducted a “background” check in order to discredit your candidacy for this position, what would they find? Please explain potentially negative things in your background:
• Have you ever been terminated or asked to resign from any employment? If yes, provide employer’s name, phone number and explanation.
• Have you ever failed to successfully complete a probationary period with a law enforcement agency? If yes, explain the reason.
• Have you ever been suspended or served an “Intent to terminate” by any employer? If yes, explain the reason.
• Have you ever been convicted (plead guilty or no contest) of any offense, domestic violence, or violation of any statute, ordinance, law, or regulation by any civil or military authority, either in this country or any other country? (Include detentions as a juvenile or minor by court adjudication of guilt. Include all situations, even if expunged). If yes, explain.
• How many times have you been convicted of, pled guilty to, or plead no contest to misdemeanor charges? Explain.
• How many times have you been convicted of, pled guilty to, or pled no contest felony charges? Explain.
• Have you ever been the subject of a court order of protection or injunction prohibiting harassment? If yes, explain.
• Are you now, or have you ever been, a member of any foreign or domestic organization, association, movement, group, or combination of persons which is totalitarian, fascist, communist, or subversive, or which has adopted or shows a policy of advocating or approving the commission of acts of force or violence to deny other persons their rights under the Constitution of the United States or the State of Kansas or which seeks to alter the form of Government of the United States or the State of Kansas by any unlawful or unconstitutional means? If yes, explain.
• Did you ever lie or commit perjury in court testimony or any official proceeding, including an internal affairs investigation? If yes, explain.
• Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from a law enforcement position after the probation period? If yes, explain.
• Are you currently CPOST Certified?

Ability to Commute:

• Bel Aire, KS 67226 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bel Aire, KS 67226: Relocate before starting work (Required)

To apply, visit https://www.indeed.com/job/police-officer-f3e0ffa4d776a92b

Closing date: 12/31/2025

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 18 sworn officers and 7 civilian employees, as well as its own communications and detention centers.  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.  State certified officers are preferred but not required.

Salary Patrol Officer starting at $24.99.  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.

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.

Qualified individuals may pick up an application or request one from: Vicki Belt, HR Director at the Paola City Hall, located at 19 E. Peoria St. PO Box 409, Paola, KS 66071. Or by calling (913)259-3604 or email: vbelt@paolagov.org. Applications may also be obtained online at www.cityofpaola.com. All applications must be returned to the City of Paola HR department for processing. For more information, contact Captain Jenkins at (913)259-3633, or at ejenkins@paolagov.org.

The City of Paola is an equal opportunity employer.

Closing: Open Until Filled

Introductory Statement about the Position – The Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC) is seeking applicants to serve as role players. Following a script, role players serve as victims, witnesses, or suspects in training scenarios for Basic Training students. In addition to extra income, role players have the opportunity to assist with the training of the next generation of Kansas law enforcement officers.

Position Salary/Benefits -- $15.00 / hr

Minimum Requirement for Position – Current or former law enforcement officers preferred.

Instructions on How to Apply for the Position – Apply through the University of Kansas Human Resources at Job Posting - POOL - Law Enforcement Role Players (Part-time temporary)

Closing Date:  Ongoing

Contact Information if Desired – Lane Mangels 620-694-1433 or lamangels@kletc.org

The Morton County Sheriff's Office, Elkhart KS, is currently accepting applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff. Our Office is looking for a proactive and dedicated individual. This position is responsible for performing uniformed patrol duties and enforcing all federal, state, and local laws. Serve Court documents for civil and criminal proceedings. Aid the public daily. All other duties as assigned by the Sheriff. Applicant must be able to live and work in a rural community. Morton County has Highways K-27, K-51, and US-56.

Minimum qualifications:

• No Felony or disqualifying convictions

• Must be a U.S. citizen

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• Pass a pre-employment background investigation and interview, able to pass a drug test, and pre-employment physical

• No Brady/Giglio issues

• Possess at least a high school diploma or GED

• Possess a valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current Law Enforcement Officer certificate from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center or the ability to pass Kansas Law Enforcement Training within first year of employment or be eligible for reciprocity.

• Uniforms and equipment furnished

• Health Insurance

• PTO Leave

• KPERS Retirement

• Take home patrol vehicle

Pay:

• Pay is dependent on qualifications

For application contact Sheriff Thad Earls at 620-697-4313 or email thad.earls@mtcoks.gov or Undersheriff Josh Hull at 620-697-4313 or email joshhull@elkhart.com

The position will remain posted until it is filled. The Morton County Sheriff's Office is an Equal-Opportunity Employer.

About our Community:

Decatur County is located in Northwest Kansas, bordering Nebraska on the north and 71 miles from the Colorado border.  We are 990 square miles of Kansas prairie with agriculture being the primary revenue source.  The county is home to approximately 2700 people, with 1700 living in the county seat of Oberlin and the balance scattered across the county or in outlying communities.  

Decatur County has an excellent school system, providing K-12 from the District campuses in Oberlin.  We have a small Christian school in Oberlin, and there are home-schooled families in the community as well.  There are several daycare providers in Oberlin, including a county-operated daycare center.

Are you looking for a nice rural community in which to raise your family, away from the perils and hubbub of the big city?  We may be what you are looking for! 

About the Office:

The Sheriff’s Office has four full-time Law Enforcement Officers, several part-time LEO’s, one reserve deputy, and one full-time Jail Administrator.  All full-time sworn LEO’s have assigned vehicles and cover call as needed.  Part-time LEO’s, once fully signed off for solo patrol, can cover shifts or call as needed.  The Sheriff’s Office also maintains a 12-bed jail facility in the courthouse.  It is strongly preferred that deputies with the Sheriff’s Office live within the County or immediately adjacent to the county border for on-call coverage and emergency callout needs.  Outside residency requests will be considered by the Sheriff on a case-by-case basis.

The city of Oberlin has a four-person police department, while the Sheriff’s Office provides law enforcement services for the rest of the county, including the smaller cities.  The Sheriff’s Office and the Oberlin Police Department enjoy an excellent working relationship, and currently all city PD officers are also sworn deputy sheriffs with authority throughout the county.

About the Job:

This is the senior non-elected administrative position within the Sheriff’s Office and is responsible for (under the direction of the Sheriff) supervising operations of all major divisions of the Office, including patrol and corrections. The Undersheriff assumes command of the Office in the absence of the Sheriff.  Those duties are varied, but include supervision of Patrol and Corrections staff, assisting the Sheriff with administrative duties within the Office, including but not limited to reviewing reports, Field Training with new deputies, acting as the on-call supervisor for the Sheriff’s Office on a rotating schedule, assisting with writing and implementing policy, and coordination and interaction with allied agencies.  A full job description is available upon request.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 21 years of age

• Meet all standards and qualifications to be a certified Law Enforcement Officer in the State of Kansas

• Possess a Kansas CPOST Full-Time LEO certificate, or out-of-state equivalent with the ability to challenge the Kansas State certification process.

• Be in good standing with KS CPOST if currently certified in Kansas

• Five years’ experience as a law enforcement officer handling a wide variety of cases and calls.

Preferred:

• Ten years’ experience as a law enforcement officer, with experience as a line supervisor in a law enforcement agency.

• Experience required is negotiable based upon type and quality of prior experience.  

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary $55,000/year, plus: 

- Monthly jail stipend

- Overtime after 43 hours per week

• Full Medical/Dental/Vision benefits paid by the County for the employee

- Family benefit plans available at additional cost.

• County cafeteria plan available 

• County Sick Bank available for voluntary participation

• MASA Ambulance transport insurance plan offered by County 

•  Paid Life Insurance policy provided by the County

• KPERS Retirement

• $3000 moving incentive for outside hires, payable over two years.

• Uniforms and Safety Equipment provided except for footwear

• Assigned Take-Home Vehicle provided

• Modern equipment and technology

- Modern patrol fleet of Durangos, Tahoes, and Pickups

- AXON Body and Fleet cameras

- Modern Radar equipment

- Modern radio equipment on the state 800mhz radio system

- CAD and RMS/JMS system brought online in 2023

- In-Car laptops with CAD and RMS access

- In process of purchasing digital citation software

We are looking for someone with sufficient law enforcement experience to have the ability to interpret statutes and evaluate situations to resolve conflicts to the benefit of the community.  Many of our LEO’s in the county (all agencies) are young officers with five years or less of patrol time, and you will be expected to be an example and mentor to those officers as we mold the next generation of LEO in Decatur County.  If you are a senior patrol officer or supervisor looking to move into management in a low-pressure environment, we might be worth a look.

If you are interested in our slice of paradise, or have further questions, please contact Sheriff David Wachendorfer at DCSheriff@dccoks.org or (785) 475-8100.

Decatur County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Council Grove Police Department is accepting applications for a full time Police Officer that is proactive and possesses a good work ethic.

The Police Department consists of a Chief, Lieutenant, Sergeant, four full time officers, including a K9 Team, and three part time officers.

The city of Council Grove is the county seat of Morris County, Kansas, with a population of over 2,000 residents. It is home to the Council Grove City Lake, the Council Grove Federal Reservoir, and 13 sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places. There are several local eateries, a twenty four hour convenience store, a Dollar General, and several small businesses including a local grocery store.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a United States citizen
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• No domestic violence related convictions
• No Brady/Giglio material
• No felony convictions
• Must live within 20 minutes of the city limits of Council Grove
• 6 month probation period
• Must be able to pass a thorough background check, physical, psychological test, and a drug/alcohol test is required.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Starting wage $20.00-25.00 (certified) DOQ
• KPERS, health insurance, dental, vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.

Please pick up an application at the Council Grove city hall located at 205 N. Union Street or email citycg@tctelco.net

Resume is required when turning in application.

Contact Police Chief Shawn Wangerin at swangerin@tctelco.net