PO II - EAI Field Agent

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy: Req.# 219832
Job Posting closes: Monday, March 9, 2026

Agency Information:

Kansas Department of Corrections

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About the Positions: EAI Field Special Agent, Req.# 219832
This position will be based out of the Wichita Parole Office, in Sedgwick County.
Who can apply: Applicants who meet the minimum requirements
Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified Service
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Work Schedule: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation: $64,937.60/Annual ($31.22/Hr.)

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
Position Summary:

This position provides support to the mission of the Department by providing enforcement activity that protects the citizens of the state. This position investigates, arrests and incarcerates parole absconders, violators in Kansas. The officer conducts criminal and administrative investigations, surveillance, and high risk home visits. This activity supports the parole staff and provides them with information to proactively supervise paroled offenders.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

ARRESTS: Effects the arrest of absconders, compact probation and parole violators, escapees and others for violation of the law. Serves arrest warrants on wanted individuals. Works closely with other law enforcement agencies to provide assistance in the arrest of offenders and other when assistance is appropriate. Participates in raids to seize evidence and/or apprehend suspects. Prepares detailed and accurate reports within established time frames. Keeps the Unit Supervisor informed of activities and reportable incidents. Informs parole staff of arrests and circumstances of arrests.

SURVEILLANCE: Conducts surveillance which includes but is not limited to: verification of compliance with special parole conditions, curfew enforcement, monitoring of associates, STG activities and other activities related to compliance with conditions of supervision. May conduct surveillance in conjunction with criminal or administrative investigations of departmental employees, contract staff and volunteers.

HIGH RISK FIELD CONTACTS: Upon request works closely with parole staff to coordinate home visits and other field contacts in areas of high crime or high risk. Keeps detailed and accurate written records, observation and shares information with appropriate staff. Conducts home and or field contacts with recently released high risk offenders.

INVESTIGATIONS: Conducts investigations of parole violations, parolee activity, criminal and administrative investigations. Establish and maintain an on-going professional relationship with criminal justice agencies and act as a liaison with these agencies for the purpose of sharing information regarding offender activities. Assist when requested by parole staff in the investigation of high-risk parolees. Conducts criminal record checks on parolees.

Conducts interviews with victims, witnesses and suspects to obtain relevant case information in accordance with rules of evidence and applicable warnings of rights. Collects and preserves documents and related evidence relevant to investigative cases maintaining an established chain of custody. Prepares appropriate administrative and investigative reports and forms required by the Kansas Department of Corrections and any other reports necessary for prosecution.

WORK COORDINATION: Coordinates with other special agents, parole staff and law enforcement agencies (local, county, state and federal) along with other community agencies in locating and apprehending parole absconders, violators, escapees and other wanted individuals. Works with or serves on various federal and state crime task forces. Provides assistance to criminal justice agencies when requested as time and circumstances permit. Maintains familiarity with information regarding offenders and inmates and shares the information as appropriate with other criminal justice agencies. Confers with prosecutors for preparation and presentation of evidence in courts of law and other legal proceedings; presents evidence in order to obtain subpoenas, search and arrest warrants. Appear and testify in administrative and legal proceedings. Communicate and share intelligence and other information in a comprehensive manner with other Special Agents in both facility and field operations, Central Office staff, facility staff, parole staff and other law enforcement agencies. Establish and maintain an on-going professional relationship with other criminal justice agencies.

OTHER DUTIES: Conducts other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

Four years direct experience in criminal justice, social sciences, or behavioral sciences and one year of experience working with offenders in corrections, parole, or law enforcement.

Preferred Qualifications:

Within one year of employment in the position, the incumbent must successfully complete a training program approved by the Secretary of Corrections. If not already KLETC certified they must attend a KLETC approved law enforcement officer basic academy.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must pass a criminal history records check and be eligible for Law Enforcement Certification.

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Alyssa Cabello

Human Resources - Recruitment Manager

Email: Alyssa.Cabello@ks.gov

Name: Daniel Cline

Human Resources - Recruitment Coordinator

Email: Daniel.Cline@ks.gov

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

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Tax Clearance Certificate
College Transcripts (if applicable)
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

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Cover Letter
Resume

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Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate Required: Each applicant (even non-residents) applying for a State of Kansas job vacancy must obtain a valid Kansas Certificate of Tax Clearance within 10 days following the offer of employment by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's website. In the event that an individual who has been offered employment cannot provide proof of a tax clearance certificate, the individual will be required to enter into a payment plan with KDOR and remain current on such payment plan or make other arrangements with KDOR to achieve the tax clearance required under Executive Order 2004-03. A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. A Tax Clearance expires every 90 days. All applicants, including current state employees, are responsible for submitting a valid certificate to the hiring agency. If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact 785-296-3199.

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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 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

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How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

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PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be scanned and emailed to Gustavo.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.