As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer criminal history background check, physical examination and drug screen. All employees must also submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.

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Job Description:

The day-to-day operation of the county jail and provides charge and custody of the Adult Detention facility. Successful interaction with inmates, enforces the rules and regulations of the Wyandotte County Detention Center, and ensures the rights of inmates are protected under the constitution of the United States. Responsible for transporting prisoners to appear before a judge or stand trial for crimes committed. Housing consists of minimum- and maximum-security levels. The Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office is a full-service law enforcement agency.

Qualifications:

Applicant must possess a High School Diploma or GED, 21 years of age by date of hire. Valid Driver’s license, United States Citizen, no misdemeanor convictions involving moral character, perjury or false statements as outlined in the Kansas Statute (KSA 74-5605) and no chronic record of misdemeanors, felony convictions, or convicted of certain domestic violence related offenses.

Currently the Sheriff's Office does not allow tattoos on the head, face, neck or hands.

Monthly Testing:

Testing for the position of Deputy will be conducted monthly. Applicants sitting for the written examination are required to score 70% or above and pass the physical agility within 1:38 seconds to proceed in the process. Applicants are required to apply along with required documentation prior to the testing deadline to reserve a seat. Seats are limited to 15 per test dates. Confirmation of test location and time will be provided to the applicant at time of application. Testing dates are subject to change. Failure to attend any portion of the testing will result in disqualification.

Written Test, Agility Test, & Preliminary Interviews

Please wear tennis shoes and pants.

2026 testing opportunities:

April 16, 2026

May 21, 2026

June 18, 2026

July 16, 2026

August 20, 2026

September 17, 2026

October 22, 2026

November 19, 2026

December 17, 2026

Salary Range:

$59,488.21 - 98,312.66 per year

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values an inclusive workforce.

If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please call (913) 573-5660 or email [email protected].

Company: Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS