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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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 peryear
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce.
If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please call (913) 573-5660 or email jobs@wycokck.org.
Company: Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS
Kansas City, Kansas is the third largest city in the state of Kansas and is the county seat of Wyandotte County. It is part of a unique consolidated city-county government known as the Unified Government (UG). We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Located on the eastern border of the State of Kansas, we are part of a greater metropolitan area of nearly two million people that includes Kansas City, Missouri, and suburbs on both sides of the state line. The city is situated at Kaw Point, which is the junction of the Missouri and Kansas rivers.
Unified Government Of Kansas City, Kansas and Wyandotte County is located at 701 N 7th St, Kansas City, Kansas, 66101.
Click here for a listing of open positions - http://www.wycokck.org/jobs/.
All positions require that the applicant be a resident of Wyandotte County or willing to relocate within 12 months from the date of hire. As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer physical examination and drug screen. Public law requires all new appointees to submit proof of identity and employment eligibility. The Human Resources Department provides several options for you to choose from when applying for a position with the UG.
Apply by E-mail: Complete the Unified Government Application save application on pc and email as an attachment to jobs@wycokck.org
Apply in Person within the Human Resources Department
Apply by Mail: 701 N. 7th Street, Rm. 646, Kansas City, KS 66101
Apply by fax: (913) 573-5006
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
