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Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City lists this Deputy - Sheriff's Office opportunity in kansas city, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job TitleThe 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.QualificationsApplicant 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 ) 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 TestingTesting 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 InterviewsPlease wear tennis shoes and pants.2026 testing opportunities:April 16, 2026May 21, 2026June 18, 2026July 16, 2026August 20, 2026September 17, 2026October 22, 2026November 19, 2026December 17, 2026Salary Range$ 59,488.21 - 98,312.66 per yearThe 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 or email : Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS
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kansas city, KS, 66101, US
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