Qualifications

Below are lists of basic qualifications for each position.  If you have any questions regarding these qualifications or if something would disqualify you, contact Director Robert Sage or Captain Bruce Relph at (316)775-4500.

Public Safety Officer 

  • Be a U.S. citizen
  • Be at least 21 years of age
  • Have a valid Kansas driver’s license
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Be able to pass an extensive background investigation, polygraph, medical exam, psychological test, and drug screen
  • Not have a personal or professional history that would automatically disqualify you for this position to include any felony or some misdemeanor convictions
  • The list of required qualifications, automatic disqualifiers and the screening process is subject to change

Communications Officer, Records Clerk, and Administrative Assistant
  • Be a U.S. citizen
  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Have a valid Kansas driver’s license
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Be able to pass an extensive background investigation, Post Offer Examination Test (POET), and drug screen
  • Not have a personal or professional history that would automatically disqualify you for this position to include any felony or some misdemeanor convictions
  • The list of required qualifications, automatic disqualifiers and the screening process is subject to change