Job Openings

Lyon County, Kansas

Application Forms

Employment Application – form must be printed out and delivered to the HR Department. [PDF][E-Form]

Lyon County, Kansas prefers Kansas Work Ready certificates. Candidates can attain this at their local Kansas Works office.

Veterans Preference Application

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We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

Openings

November 21, 2023

Maint Tech I

LYON COUNTY FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE DEPT. is seeking a full-time MAINT TECH I to perform a variety of preventative maintenance functions, assist in repairs and installations, and assist in establishing and maintaining schedules and records for County systems. This employee is also responsible for maintaining the Lyon County Fairgrounds during mowing season including mowing, weed eating, trimming, spraying, and fertilizing as well as other duties as required by the Facilities Manager. This position’s salary ranges from $17.00 to $20.00 per hour depending on experience and is classified as non-exempt.

The individual must possess a valid Driver’s License and pass background, work screen, drug, and physical tests.  High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent required, as well as at least one year of general mechanical maintenance experience. Formal training in plumbing, heating, and air conditioning and/or one year of prior experience in plumbing and electrical at the commercial level. Candidates must be able to operate a motor vehicle and all other equipment relating to maintenance duties. Complete job descriptions may be obtained at the HR Department at the Lyon County Annex, 402 Commercial, Emporia, KS 66801 or online at www.lyoncounty.org.

Lyon County EOE | Women | Minorities | Disabled | Veteran

Disclaimer: The above information 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 employees assigned to this job.

MAINT TECH I

Lyon County EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION CENTER

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER II

 

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As a Lyon County Communications Officer II, you will provide the link between those requesting public safety services, both emergency and non-emergency, and evaluating and dispatching the required resources as needed. In this position, you will handle communication relay for law enforcement, fire, emergency medical services, and other emergency and non-emergency calls for service utilizing multiple forms of technology to provide lifesaving instructions. Communications Officers will be expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job within acceptable standards after six months in this position, and will be required in an additional six months to demonstrate competency and proficiency.

This position operates on a shift schedule and may involve working long hours, weekends, holidays and/or scheduled days off. Communications Officers have continual contact with the general public, and must be able to maintain a calm, professional demeanor while effectively gathering information necessary to provide needed assistance to all citizens.  Other duties as assigned.  Non-exempt position with a solid base pays $18.44/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!

 

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Public safety communications experience is desirable.
  • Ability to speak and read English fluently is required. The ability to speak and/or read additional language(s) is helpful.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Must pass a background check, pre-employment physical, drug screening and work screen.
  • High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent required.
  • Emergency Telecommunicator, Emergency Medical Dispatch and Emergency Fire Dispatch certification is required to be obtained during the training period. Recertification is required throughout employment. Employees not passing initial testing, and not meeting the minimum initial score to be eligible for re-testing, necessitating a second attendance through the full course, shall not be retained.

 

Serious applicants only need apply.

Application and job description may be obtained at the Human Resources Department or online 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.

Communications Officer II

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As the Lyon County Bridge Foreman, you will be responsible for the supervising, daily planning and inspecting the work of 4+ employees engaged in the construction, maintenance and repair of bridges and RCB culverts in Lyon County.   Must be capable of running a lattice boom crawler crane in a safe and efficient manner.  Must be willing and capable of working in extreme weather conditions.  The Bridge Foreman position requires a high level of problem solving, decision making, supervisory and people skills to effectively and efficiently maintain a high level of Lyon County’s infrastructure.  Other duties as assigned.  This is a Non-exempt position with a solid base pay of $28.00/Hr. to $32.50/Hr., depending on qualifications and experience.  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:

  • Mechanical background desirable.
  • Crane certification desirable.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Two years progressive experience in public works maintenance, construction and repair projects required. Equivalent experience may be accepted.
  • Experience and knowledge of proper techniques used to construct, repair and maintain bridges and RCB culverts.
  • Must be capable of training and motivating employees to perform effectively and efficiently.
  • Must possess, or obtain within 90 days, a Class A Kansas Commercial Driver’s License and must pass a background check, a pre-employment physical, a 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.

Bridge Foreman

LYON COUNTY ATTORNEY – is seeking an Assistant County Attorney. This is an exempt position with starting wage based upon previous job experience. This position represents the State of Kansas in court at all hearings regarding criminal cases; prosecuting juvenile, traffic, misdemeanor and felony cases as assigned. This position will require a dedicated interest and ability in writing and appellate argument, trial and jury experience, and prosecution involvement in the community through multi-disciplinary teams. A willingness to relocate to Lyon County or an adjacent county and to work in excess of 40 hours per week as necessary is required. This position is to start immediately.

Qualifications:
• Requires current Class C driver’s license. Must possess all current legal or department certification or license.
• Must be admitted to the Kansas Bar.
• Two years of experience in criminal prosecution desired. Expected to be performing at a competent level after one year in this position.
• Must have a law degree from a certified school of law. Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Kansas.
• Must have the ability to receive, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions. Required to read, write and speak English fluently with the ability to speak a foreign language helpful. Must have knowledge of the statutory requirements regarding the office of County Attorney.
• Extensive problem solving exists in this position. Requires the ability to evaluate alternatives to resolve disputes. Must have the ability to interpret applicable statutes, regulations and policies and take appropriate action.
• May be required to work overtime and subject to call-in for emergencies.
• Must be able to pass drug screen, physical, background check, work screen and other testing.

LYON COUNTY offers a great work environment and also a competitive compensation commensurate with experience. Full Job Description and application are available at Lyon County Courthouse, 430 Commercial, Emporia, KS 66801 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|DISABLED|VETERAN|MINORITY

E.O.E. – LYON COUNTY strongly encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job 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.

Assistant County Attorney

Community Corrections Transport Driver
Part-time, on call, not-exempt positions with no benefits. This position is responsible for transporting youth and adult both in secure and non-secure custody to designated placements. The position pays $13.00 an hour.
Applications may be found online at www.lyoncounty.org and at Lyon County Human Resources, 402 Commercial Street, Emporia, KS 66801. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. E.O.E.

Transport Driver

Lyon County Highway Department

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As a Lyon County laborer, you will assist the construction, maintenance and repair of roads and bridges.  Must be safety minded willing and capable of working in extreme weather conditions and is labor intensive. 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 $16.48/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 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.

Laborer

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 $17.66 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) pass psychological testing; 6) be free of any physical or mental condition which adversely affects the ability to perform the essential functions of a food preparer under the umbrella of law enforcement; 7) be at least 21 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.

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.

Food Preparer

Lyon County Area Transportation- Bus Driver (Part-Time/On-Call)
Part time- No Benefits
$14.00 per hour

JOB SUMMARY: This is a part-time non-exempt position, responsible for the operation of public transit vehicles. Work hours are flexible, and you may be required to drive long distances for regional trips. Occasional work outside of weekly schedule set by LCAT Transportation Manager and Saturday work may be required. This is an on-call position, you must be available by phone not text message.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
a. Operate vehicles for the public transit deviated fixed route system.
b. Operate vehicles for the demand response service (i.e. boarding to destination).
c. Collect fares and sell bus passes to riders.
d. Fuel bus at the end of shift every night.
e. Cleaning and disinfecting vehicle during downtime and at the end of every shift.
f. Documents required procedures and vehicles operating reports (i.e. incident reports).
g. Fill out completed deficiency reports and turn into Maintenance Coordinator.
h. Attend / Complete required transportation training and educational seminars as needed.
i. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, the general public, fellow coworkers and management. Being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
j. Must be reliable, responsible, dependable, and fulfill obligations.

III. QUALIFICATIONS:
a. Requires a driving record approved by the agency insuring the public transit vehicles.
b. Must be able to pass a pre-employment DOT-CDL transportation physical examination.Must have a valid Class C driver’s license with passenger endorsement.  A current Commercial Kansas driver license with passenger endorsement is desirable but not necessary.  Must be bondable.Within a reasonable time after hire, employee must acquire a Commercial Kansas Drivers License with Passenger Endorsement.
c. EDUCATION: High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent required.
d. EXPERIENCE: Prior experience driving buses is a plus but will train.

Part Time – Bus Driver

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 $23.18 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.

Sheriff Deputy

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 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 $22.04 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.

Detention Officer

Lyon County LCAT

Is seeking Part-Time and On Call (PRN) Bus Drivers.  The LCAT Public Transportation covers various Demand, County and Deviated Fixed Routes for the public.  This position works closely with Management and Dispatch to coordinate, develop and engineer a better customer experience for the public. Requires interaction and communication with the public as well as some interaction with applicable state and federal agencies (KDOT) to provide input from the front line to Management on cost effective programs that meet the needs of residents served by the department.

This is a part-time non-exempt position responsible for the operation of public transit vehicles.  Work hours are flexible and may range from 15 – 29 hours per week. Occasional Saturday work may be required.

Requires a driving record approved by the agency insuring the public transit vehicles. Must be able to pass a pre-employment KDOT transportation physical examination.

Must have a valid Class C driver’s license with passenger endorsement.  A current Commercial Kansas driver license with passenger endorsement is desirable but not necessary.  Must be bondable.

Within a reasonable time after hire, employee must acquire a Commercial Kansas Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement, an American Red Cross First Aid / CPR card or equivalent and obtain a certificate of National Safety Defensive Driving Certificate.

Applications may be picked up 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|DISABLED|VETERAN|MINORITY

 

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.