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THE LEAVENWORTH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE IS HIRING FOR THE POSITIONS OF EMERGENCY DISPATCHER, DETENTION OFFICER, AND CERTIFIED LATERAL PATROL DEPUTY.

CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE AN ONLINE APPLICATION

At the Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office, you will be a part of an organization that values its employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals that are committed to building and maintaining a highly engaged workforce.  Among the benefits of a career with the Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office is the opportunity to grow professionally in a forward-thinking environment fostering teamwork with a focus on public service.  To apply to become a member of our team click here.

 

Leavenworth County is an amazing place to work. We offer competitive pay, and an excellent benefits package, which includes:

 

Retirement:  Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS for civilian employees and KP&F for sworn law enforcement employees)

Vacation: 13 days per year; increasing after five years of service

Sick Leave: 13 days per year

Holidays: 14 paid holidays per year, including one personal holiday

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance: Available at a group rate.  Health Insurance Opt-Out Incentive - already have health insurance?  Employees with alternate health insurance coverage will receive the county monthly contribution. 

Flexible Spending Accounts:  Health Care and Dependent Care  accounts available

Life Insurance:  County-paid insurance valued at 1.5x the annual  salary; County-paid insurance valued at $15,000; additional life  insurance for self and/or dependents is optional at a reasonable employee cost

457 Deferred Compensation Plan Option:  KPERS 457

Aflac:  Accident, Hospitalization, Cancer, Critical Care and Short-  Term Disability plans available

Tuition Reimbursement - Up to $5000.00 per year

College Incentive pay increase

Employee Assistance Program:  Up to 3 sessions available per  situation at no cost to employee

Longevity Bonuses

Additional Training Officer Pay

Annual Leave Sell Back Program

Uniform Allowance - $260.00 per year

  **Opportunity for Advancement**