The City of Garnett Police Department is looking a dedicated officer to join their team!
Police Officer, Garnett Police Department
The City of Garnett is looking for an intelligent, self-motivated, and community-oriented individual with excellent communication and problem-solving skills and a high level of integrity to join our Police Department as a full-time Patrol Officer. The Garnett Police Department has a strong relationship with the community. Members of the police department are committed to providing quality service to our community through integrity, fairness, and open communication.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties and responsibilities include enforcing all federal, state and local laws and ordinances; taking calls for service; patrolling business districts and residential neighborhoods to deter and detect crime; investigating complaints; citing and/or arresting law violators; following up on pending reports and cases; preparing and/or serving civil law processes; protecting person(s) or property; and securing and protecting prisoners. When not responding to calls for service, department members are expected to use self-directed work time in an efficient manner by self-initiating work on those tasks identified by supervisory personnel as priorities for this job position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The applicant must be a United States citizen, 21-years of age at time of appointment, must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent, must possess a valid Kansas driver’s license, must be able to legally own, carry and use a firearm in accordance with the Gun Control Act of 1968.
Criminal record: Must not have committed, been convicted of, had a conviction expunged for or have been placed on diversion or deferred judgment by any state or federal agency for a felony crime or a misdemeanor of domestic violence or offense that reflects on the honesty, integrity or competence of the applicant. Must not be currently charged with or under indictment for any criminal activity other than minor traffic violations. Must not be currently on probation.
Must not have any possession, sales, distribution, manufacturing or transporting of any illegal drugs. Must not have any felonious drug(s) use within the last 10 years
Must not have been convicted, plead guilty, plead no contest or been diverted on a serious traffic violation (DUI, reckless driving, hit and run, vehicular homicide, transporting open container of alcoholic or cereal malt beverage, eluding a police officer or negligent homicide) within the past three years.
The applicant must be able to pass written aptitude test, polygraph, extensive background check, interview board, drug screen, physical fitness test, and psychological testing.
SALARY & BENEFITS
Take home vehicle up to 30 miles once probation is completed.
Patrol officers pay scale is $24.50-36.00.
The starting wage for this position is $24.50-$30.00 depending upon qualifications. With a $.50 raise after the probationary period. The city of Garnett offers an excellent benefit package including vacation, and sick leave, paid holidays, gym membership, medical. Dental, and vision insurance paid 100% by employer for employee and $450.00 a month for family, and KP&F retirement.
A $3,500 housing bonus for living in the City Limits of Garnett. Paid yearly on anniversary of hire date. Must reside in the City Limits for a full year and provide proof of residence.
Patrol officers work 12 hours shifts and have every other Friday through Sunday off regardless of seniority level. There are opportunities for advancement including supervisory positions, investigative positions and slots on a multi-jurisdictional tactical team that covers six different counties.
The City of Garnett is an equal opportunity employer.
The position is open until filled.
Complete an On-line Application at: https://www.PoliceApp.com/Entry-Level-Garnett-KS-Police-Officer-Jobs/2807/
Please direct questions regarding this position to Chief Kurt King at kking@garnettks.net
Water repairs are in progress on Warren St. Water in this area will be intermittently shut off throughout the afternoon and evening, but all service should be restored this evening once repairs are completed. Thank you for your patience!
Parkwood Day School of Garnett IS HIRING! They are growing fast, and need more staff to grow with them! If you have a love for education and watching little minds grow then we might be just the place for you. "My favorite thing about working for Parkwood Day School is the family-like team that we have built and watching these kids giggle and laugh everyday. " Not only are they a child care facility but they also teach preschool and teach curriculum in all four classrooms. They take pride in their curriculum and love giving these kids a hands-on experience at learning. Apply today on INDEED https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Parkwood-Day-School-Garnett/jobs?jk=17ccdc3e2cb54d0a&start=0&clearPrefilter=1#cmp-skip-header-mobile
Spring Town Talk is here! View online at the link below:
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There is a Make a Payment button on the homepage of our website. You can also click utilities, and that page gives you the Make a Payment option as well. You can also make a payment through the app for Garnett, KS which can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or the Apple Store.
As of January 1, 2025, camping reservations can be made at Campspot.com-the process is more user friendly, and more streamlined, so less time spent on reservations, and more time enjoying camping!
Holiday Trash Routes for Christmas and New year!
City Hall and all departments will be open for regular business on Monday, December 23, 2024. City Hall and all departments will be CLOSED on Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25 in observance of the holiday. There will be NO REFUSE SERVICE on December 24-25. We will reopen on Thursday, December 26, 2024 for regular business.
City Wide Brush Cleanup week has begun. Crews have started on the north side of town and will proceed until all brush and yard debris has been picked up. Thank you for your cooperation.
Check out the new additions to our Bulletin Board! If you don't see your event flyer, send it to us! Email info@garnettks.net.
The Anderson County Flywheelers Antique Tractor and Engine Show is in full swing! Today 550 students from area schools participated in Education Day, enjoyed the sunshine and Tractor Parade, as well as lunch! If you missed it today, come on out tomorrow and join in the fun!
Check out the new website! We are live!
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The City of Garnett website is temporarily down while we go live with the new website. We appreciate your patience during this time, and will keep you updated. If you need to make a payment, click the link below:
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The Garnett Farmers Market runs every Thursday from 4:30-7 p.m. on Main Street in downtown Garnett. Pop in to see what goodies are waiting!
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The City Commission will meet on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 6 p.m. in the Commission Room at City Hall. The public is welcome to attend or watch the live stream vis Facebook. It is an opportunity for citizens to let their voice be heard on topics relevant to the community. Meeting documents can be found at the link below.
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The North side of the Cedar Valley Reservoir is now open. The South side remains closed while cleanup continues. We appreciate your patience and cooperation while crews are cleaning up the storm debris.
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