Court Liaison Officer- Sheriff's Office

Unified Government of Wyandotte County

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Courthouse Until 9/28/2026 First posted July 30, 2026 Last posted July 30, 2026
Job description

As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer criminal history background check, physical examination and drug screen. All employees must also submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:  Responsible for liaison duties between the local Municipal Courts and the Wyandotte County Adult Detention Center to include: Ensure jail inmates are transported to appear in Municipal Court as scheduled. Attend all Municipal Court sessions. Case disposition data entry in BluHorse. Monitor and report compliance with court orders and commitment orders. Coordinate with shift commanders and Court Clerk personnel as needed on docket and paperwork needs. Monitor inmate housing location and upcoming court dates. Monitor for warrants issued after the booking date and cases not booked in on. Ensure ticket court dates are entered into BluHorse. Maintain monthly statistics and reports on jail and court activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED and considerable experience in detention, correctional and technical clerical work including supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the duties of the jobs such as those listed above. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams,Zoom and Skype. Familiarity with BluHorse is preferred. Knowledge of detention center rules, practices, the hazards and safety practices inherent to working in a secured facility, court and probation procedures, and correctional principals and methods. Excellent oral and written communications skills.


Salary range: $22.53 - 24.25 per hour

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values an inclusive workforce.

If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please call (913) 573-5660 or email jobs@wycokck.org.

Company: Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS

About this role

Summary

Coordinate between courts and detention center, manage inmate transport and court documentation

Job title

Court Liaison Officer- Sheriff's Office

Experience level

none

Industry

government

Location requirements

On-site at courthouse, no remote work allowed

Salary

$2k–$2k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Microsoft WordExcelTeamsZoomSkypecommunicationcriminal history check

Preferred skills

BluHorsedetention center rulescorrectional principles

Specializations

court proceduresdetentionclerk operationsWybHorsereporting
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site