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Openings
June 21, 2019
LYON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE has Openings for Food Preparer (i.e. Cook) Positions:
The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for full-time non-exempt Food Preparer position with overtime paid. Starting pay of $11.66 per hour, or determined by the Sheriff with prior experience. This position involves the preparation of food for inmates according to a schedule, and the cleaning and sanitizing activities of the kitchen.
Requirements: You must: 1) be a United States citizen; 2) have no felony convictions of any kind; and no conviction of certain misdemeanors, including domestic violence; 3) be a high school graduate, or the equivalent thereof; 4) be of good moral character; 5) be at least 18 years of age.
Preferred qualifications: Prior Food preparer experience and working toward an Associate Degree in culinary arts.
Applicants must fully complete a truthful application. Complete polygraph testing, pass background screening, pass physical test screenings, and alcohol and drug testing.
This position will remain open until filled.
Application and complete job description may be obtained at the HR Department at the Lyon County Courthouse, 430 Commercial, Emporia, KS 66801 or online at www.lyoncounty.org . E.O.E. – LYON COUNTY strongly encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings.
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Disclaimer: The above information on this announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employee assigned to this job.
LYON COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT is hiring a seasonal temporary part-time person as a laborer for $12.00/hour. This is a non-exempt position and involves 40-42.5 hours per week, labor intensive and works in all climates. Must possess a valid Kansas driver’s license and pass drug/physical tests. Serious applicants only need apply. Applications may be obtained on line at www.lyoncounty.org or at the Human Resources Department in the Lyon County Courthouse. E.O.E.
THE LYON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Has a Full-Time opening for a Sheriff Deputy. This is a non-exempt, 40 hour per week position that starts at $18.18 per hour with Full County Benefits! Deputies will assist in all aspects of the operations of the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office; including all duties of jail operations, service of the process of the courts, criminal and traffic law enforcement and any other tasks assigned by their supervisor to promote the public’s safety. Appointment of this position requires successful completion of pre-employment background, oral interview, Polygraph, background investigation, and interview with Command Staff. If successful a conditional offer of Employment followed by Job Fitness Physical, Psychological Testing, Physical Exam, Drug and Alcohol screen.
Application and complete job description may be obtained at the HR Department at the Lyon County Courthouse,
430 Commercial, Emporia, KS 66801 or online at www.lyoncounty.org .
Lyon County EOE | Women | Minorities | Disabled | Veteran
Lyon County, Kansas is seeking a CUSTODIAN with a full-time benefits package. Hours will be from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00p.m. Monday through Friday. Prior custodial and floor equipment experience preferred, but will train. High school diploma or GED required. Starting pay is $11.75/hr. Application and complete job description may be obtained at the Lyon County Courthouse, 430 Commercial, Emporia, KS or online at www.lyoncounty.org. E.O.E.
LYON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE has an opening for Detention Officer:
The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for full-time non-exempt Detention Officer Positions with overtime paid. Starting Pay $14.60 or determined by the Sheriff with prior experience.
The detention officer position works in the Correctional Institution environment, where security is always a priority and there is regular contact with inmates and inmate trustees. It does require regular entry into the secure areas of the jail. Appointment of this position requires successful completion of pre-employment background, physical and polygraph examinations and participates in the random drug and alcohol screening program. This position allows you to learn our inventory and systems and helps qualify you for advancement. You will work with a team to ensure that all daily, weekly and monthly goals are met. Solid base pay and benefits including, paid time off (accounts credited at 10 hours vacation and 8 hours sick per month worked), vendor discounts, health, dental and vision insurance and much more! We equip and promote exceptional Detention Officers!
This position will remain open until filled.
Application and complete job description may be obtained at the HR Department at the Lyon County Courthouse, 430 Commercial, Emporia, KS 66801 or online at www.lyoncounty.org . E.O.E. – LYON COUNTY strongly encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings.
Lyon County EOE | Women | Minorities | Disabled | Veteran
Disclaimer: The above information on this announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employee assigned to this job.
Lyon County Highway Department laborer
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As a Lyon County laborer on the asphalt crew, you will assist the construction, maintenance and repair of asphalt roads. Must be willing and capable of working in extreme weather conditions and is labor intensive. Will assist with flagging of traffic in construction zones and will be required to complete KDOT flagger program. Must be safety minded. This position will involve occasionally responding to call-outs (potentially at all hours) during nights and weekends. Other duties as assigned. Non-exempt position with a solid base pay $12.00/hr and benefits including, paid time off (accounts credited at 10 hours vacation and 8 hours sick per month worked), vendor discounts, health, dental and vision insurance and much more! We equip and promote exceptional employees!
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in road construction desired.
- Knowledge of relevant equipment, machines and tools, including their uses, repair and maintenance is desired.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Must possess Class C (CDL a plus) Kansas Driver’s License and must pass a background check, pre-employment physical, work screen that measures various physical abilities and drug screening.
- High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent required.
Serious applicants only need apply. Position open until filled.
Application and job description may be obtained at the Human Resources Department or online at HRePartners.com or at www.lyoncounty.org.
Lyon County EOE | Women | Minorities | Disabled | Veteran
E.O.E. – LYON COUNTY strongly encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our position openings.
Disclaimer: The above information on this announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employee assigned to this job.