The Wellsville Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer.

Wellsville is a community with a population of appx. 2000 and growing. The Wellsville Police Department strives to provide for the safety and security of our citizens. This agency is staffed with 7 full-time Law Enforcement Officers and 1 civilian staff member and 1 Court Clerk. We are looking for individuals who possess the following strengths.

• Ethical & accountable - Integrity is your foundation.
• Team-oriented – Our department works as a team - you support others and value being part of something more than yourself. As a team we build a stronger department.
• Willing to grow - You’re open to learning and committed to ongoing development.
• Approachable & trustworthy – You understand that real impact comes from building relationships, interacting with Citizens, Business Owners and Schools.
• Community-minded – Commitment to the community – believing in service with the people and active participation in community events and other activities.

Duties & Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Chief of Police and Sergeant, the Police Officer Protects the life and property of citizens within the City of Wellsville by enforcing all federal, state and local laws and ordinances.

• This position requires the use of judgement, knowledge and skills in law enforcement procedures and policy.
• Duties include taking calls for service; patrolling business districts and residential neighborhoods to deter and detect crime; investigating complaints; citing and/or arresting law violators; following up on pending reports and cases; preparing and/or serving civil law processes; protecting person(s) or property; and securing and protecting prisoners. When not responding to calls for service, department members are expected to use self-directed work time in an efficient manner by self-initiating work on those tasks identified by supervisory personnel as priorities for this job position.
• Must be willing to work a highly flexible schedule based on case load and needs of the department.
• This position requires working Days, Nights, Weekends and Holidays.
• Shift rotation between day/night.
• Officers work 12 hour shifts with every other 3 day weekend off for a total of 7 days/84 hours in a 14 day period.
• Must reside within 30-mile radius of Wellsville within 90 days of hire.

Minimum qualifications:

• High school or GED diploma.
• United States Citizen
• 21-years of age at time of appointment
• KLETC certified officers preferred, but not required. We will train the right person
• No Felony, domestic violence or serious misdemeanor offenses
• Possess a valid Kansas driver's license

Selection process includes an oral board interview, extensive background check, drug screen, physical, and psychological testing.

Benefits Include:

• Take home Vehicle assigned after completion of probation.
• Uniform and equipment provided
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, & Sick Leave
• KPERS Retirement
• Employer paid Medical & Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance Options available for employee purchase. – VSP Vision, AFLAC, Additional Life.

The City of Wellsville is an equal opportunity employer. Closing date: Open until Filled

Position may close to applications without notice.

To submit a resume and request an application please contact:

Wellsville Police Department
Attn: Chief D. Hackler
704 E. 7th St.
Wellsville, Ks 66092

785-883-4425

Email address: dhackler@cityofwellsvilleks.com