Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Job Posting closes: September 21, 2026 Required documents uploaded by: September 22, 2026

Agency Information:

Ellsworth Correctional Facility, 1607 State Street, Ellsworth

KS 67439

About the Position Who can apply: Those who meet the minimum qualifcations

Classified/Unclassified Service:

Classified Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Regular/Temporary:

Regular Work Schedule:

40 hours weekly Eligible to

Receive Benefits:

Yes Veterans' Preference Eligible:

Yes Compensation:

Pay Grade 31; Step 10; $28.59/hourly, $59,467.20/annually Offered salary will be determined by experience, qualifications, and skill set that the candidate brings to the position. Please contact Recruitment Coordinator for further details. Employment Benefits Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage Sick & Vacation leave Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually) Fitness Centers in select locations Employee discounts with the STAR Program Retirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information… Position Summary & Responsibilities Works under the Direction of the Special Agent Supervisor of the Enforcement, Apprehensions, and Investigations (EAI) Division in the facility's investigation section. Investigate incidents which may include major infractions of facility policy, departmental regulations, or state law, to include major crimes. Employ standard investigation techniques to determine involvement in those infractions and/or criminal activities. Protect and process complex crime scenes by securing and managing the scene, and identifying and collecting physical evidence. Conduct arrests as appropriate. Job Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Use legally accepted methods to collect, evaluate and disseminate intelligence information acquired from staff, inmates, and concerned citizens. Evaluate security threat group activities and membership to determine risk to the facility operations and the safety and security of the facility. Maintain a contact network of Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC), local, state, and federal law enforcement, as well as related intelligence organizations for the purpose of acquiring ongoing intelligence information and educational knowledge. Conduct interviews with victims, witnesses, and suspects to obtain relevant case information in accordance with rules of evidence and applicable warnings of rights. Collect and preserve documents and related evidence relevant to investigative cases, maintaining an established chain of custody. Prepare appropriate administrative and investigative reports and forms required by the KDOC. Confer with prosecutors for preparation and presentation of evidence in courts of law and other legal proceedings; present evidence in order to obtain open subpoenas, search and arrest warrants. Participate in raids to seize evidence and/or apprehend suspects. Appear and testify in administrative and legal proceedings. Communicate and share intelligence and other information in a responsive and understandable manner with other Special Agents in both facility and field operations, Central Office staff, facility staff, contract staff and other law enforcement agencies. A full Position Description and required Essential/Event Driven Physical Functions for this classification can be obtained by contacting the recruiter listed below.

Qualifications Education:

High school diploma or

GED Licensing & Certification:

Have valid driver's license and completion certificate for the

Corrections Officer Training Program Minimum Qualifications:

Must meet all minimum qualifications for COI (A); be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment; have two years of relevant experience in the field of corrections or in the detention of convicted offenders; and have successfully completed the Corrections Officer Training Program (COTP). At the discretion of the agency, relevant college coursework or completion or corrections officer training in another jurisdiction may be substituted for come or all of the required COTP.

Preferred Qualifications:

Three years of experience in the field of corrections or detention work. Previous investigation and law enforcement experience. Ability to effectively deal with individuals under restraint. Knowledge of procedures and practices of supervising inmates confined to an adult correctional institution. Higher education completion by Associate of Arts or Associate of Science Degree in criminal justice or related field.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

Must pass background check and drug test

Selection Process:

Applicants selected for an interview will be evaluated by an interview panel using performance/behavior-based interview questions. The interview panel will make recommendations to the Warden for final approval. A second interview may be conducted. Applicants will be subject to background check and criminal history investigation; must pass a drug screen and a TB test unless promoting, transferring, or demoting from another safety sensitive position within the same agency; and possess a valid Driver's License.

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate:

A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law. If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue

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Recruiter Contact Information Name :

Christine Orr Email :

christine.orr@ks.gov

Phone :

785-472-6295

Mailing Address :

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Upload or delete and replace if needed: Educational Transcripts DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference) Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov : "How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents" How to Claim Veterans Preference Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under

K.S.A. 73-201

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Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN:

Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator Office of Personnel Services Docking State Office Building 915 SW Harrison Ave, Suite 260 Topeka, KS 66612 Equal Employment Opportunity The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.