HELP WANTED – FULL-TIME

Applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff are now being accepted by the Edwards County Sheriff's Office. 

Minimum requirements:

·         Applicant must be at least 21 years of age.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.

·         Applicant must have high school diploma or equivalent / GED.

• Applicant must successfully pass a criminal background check with no felony or major misdemeanor convictions.
• Pre-employment drug testing, physical, and psychological testing are required.

·         Applicant must be willing to work varying shiftwork /weekends / holidays.

• Applicant must be able to communicate proficiently.
• Applicant must be of good moral character
• Applicant should have a good working knowledge of computers, technology, and maps.
• Applicant will be required to attend KLETC for Training if applicant does not have Current KSCPOST Certification

Pay

• Starting pay is $20.75/hour

Benefits:

·         Paid vacation /sick time.

·         Overtime is paid at the rate of time and a half beyond 40 hours per week.

·         Family medical insurance package is fully paid for by the county

·         Kansas Public Employee Retirement System (KPERS) pension benefits.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications can be obtained by calling the Edwards County Sheriff’s Office, 620-659-3012; or in person at 312 Massachusetts Avenue Kinsley, Kansas Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM and ask for:

·         Sheriff Bryant Kurth

·         Undersheriff Charles Wheaton

Edwards County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.