Barber County Sheriff's Office is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill a vacancy for a full-time law enforcement officer. Our agency is looking for a professional, motivated person with strong moral character, who has an interest in protecting and serving the residents of a small community. Applicants should possess a community-oriented policing mindset and desire, and should possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Benefits:

• KPERS
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision and Dental
• Vacation and sick time
• Take home car

Responsibilities:

• Enforce traffic laws, state laws, and federal laws.
• Investigates and prepares reports on traffic collisions and criminal offenses.
• Make arrests in accordance with state laws and proper apprehension techniques.
• Provide emergency aid as needed, including responding to medical and fire calls.
• Complete appropriate reports, forms, logs, and other paperwork as required.
• Operates a patrol vehicle for the prevention of crime.
• Responds to calls for service.
• Testify in court when subpoenaed.
• Serves and protects the citizens of Barber County.

This work schedule will require weekends, holidays, shift work, some overtime, and court appearances.

Salary: $18.00-$20.00 an hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, at least 21 years of age, possess a valid Driver's License, possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. and have no Felony, serious misdemeanor, or Domestic Violence convictions. Applicants must pass an extensive background investigation and an oral interview. Applicants must be able to legally possess a firearm to carry out duties needed to perform this job.

Closing Date: Until filled.

Please email your resume to the following:
rgarza@barber.ks.gov 
smccann@barber.ks.gov 
hfisher@barber.ks.gov 

Questions: call 620-930-2590 or email above emails.