Neosho County Job Openings

Detention Officer

The Neosho County Sheriff's Office has a male detention officer position open.  Starting wage is $14.50 per hour with a 5% wage increase after successful completion of the probationary period, and a $.40 night shift differential.  These will likely be night shift positions once trained, and successful completion of probation would be $15.65/hr. 

Detention Officers onlu work 7/14 days.  First week: Mon, Tues, Friday, Sat, and Sun. Second week: Wed, Thurs. 12 hour shifts. 

Benefits include KPER's retirement, health insurance, dental, vision, paid vacation time, sick time, tuition programs, etc.

No experience is necessary as we provide on the job training. Many of our previous jailers were college students that were able to obtain their degrees while working, or used the experience and on the job training to move on to better careers.  Many have gone into law enforcement. 

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, have a H.S. diploma or GED, and a valid driver's licence, and pass a background check. 

Many of our deputies got their start in the law enforecement profession by working in the jail and proving their work ethic.  Good reading comprehension, writing, and computer skills are helpful. 

Applications and position descriptions are available at the Neosho County Sheriff's Office; 402 East State, Erie, KS 66733.  The hiring process will remain open until the positions are filled. 

 

Neosho County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Facilities Maintenance Manager

Neosho County is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Manager.  The Facilities Maintenance Manager is responsible for the ongoing maintenance and repair of all Neosho County buildings and facilities.  Position requires a working knowledge of general building skills including, but not limted to HVAC, mechanical repair, plumbing, painting, and general building and facility repair.  Successful candidates must be adept at using a variety of hand and electrical tools, as well as basic computer knowledge.

Basic qualifications: Completed high school or GED. Completion of vocational technical formal training in HVAC, building trades, plumbing, or electrical maintenance.

Must have and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License. 

Applications and position descriptions are available at the Neosho County Courthouse; 100 South Main, Erie, KS 66733 in the Human Resources Office or available for download on the Neosho County Website www.neoshocountyks.org.  To submit application for position to hr-neosho@outlook.com or can be mailed or dropped off at the Neosho County Courthouse at 100 South Main, Erie, KS 66733.

Truck Driver/Equipment Operator

The Neosho County Road and Bridge Department is seeking a full-time truck driver/equipment operator. Must have CDL.  Benefits include KPERS retirement, health, dental, and vision insurance, sick leave and paid vacation.  

To learn more about this position contact the Road and Bridge Department at (620) 244-3855.

Neosho County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

911 Communications Officer

The Neosho County Communications Center is accepting applications for a full-time and part-time 911 Communications Officer. The Neosho County Emergency Operations Center is a state-of-the-art facility.  We are looking for a career minded individuals.  No prior experience nexessary, as we provide an extensive training program.  This position has a starting wage of up to $14.00 per hour. Duties will include answering administrative and 911 phone calls and dispatching emergency services.  This position is an excellent opportunity for entry level into the law enforcement field.  Applicants may required to pass a written test, listening test, typing test, drug test and background investigation  Shift work will be required for this position.  Please apply through the website or send your resume to Communications Director, 402 East State, Erie, KS 66733.