Morton County is seeking an Undersheriff to assist in administration of the department. This person will support the department goals and vision set by the Sheriff. 

The current Sheriff was appointed by the governor to finish the current term following a vacancy of office earlier this year. The current Sheriff will not serve past this term. For the right candidate this is an opportunity to earn the confidence of the community and advance into an elected Sheriff career.  

This is a high-visibility leadership role that requires strong ethical character, critical incident command abilities and a proven record in law enforcement. This is not an entry level position. 

All sworn positions of the department, including Undersheriff, provide traditional uniformed patrol, traffic enforcement, accident response and investigation, civil and criminal proceedings, criminal investigation, and enforcement of federal, state, and local laws. 

Morton County is a rural economy driven primarily by agriculture, with traditional rural/ag based community values. The candidate should have the ability to lead by genuine ethical and moral behaviors, while forming and maintaining positive interpersonal relationships within the community. 

Sheriff officers also provide patrol and first line law enforcement response upon the 108,000 acres of Cimarron National Grasslands, managed by the National Park Service. 

Qualifications:

• No Felony or misdemeanor disqualifying crimes, or crimes of integrity.  

• No Giglio/Brady impairments

• Must be a U.S. citizen 21 years of age

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

• Possess a high school diploma or GED, & valid driver's license

• Current KLETC certification or the ability to pass KLETC training within first year of employment or be eligible for reciprocity

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and application of Kansas statutes. 

• Law Enforcement supervisory and leadership experience

Pay and benefits:

• This is a salaried position of $59,280 per yr. 

• Uniforms and equipment furnished

• Take home patrol vehicle

• Health, Dental, and Life insurance 

• KPERS retirement 

For an application or to learn more, contact Sheriff Tom Thrall at 620-697-4313 or tom.thrall@mtcoks.gov. 

The positions will remain posted until filled.

The Morton County Sheriff's Office is an Equal-Opportunity Employer.