Job Openings

The Mission Police Department is soliciting highly motivated individuals for the full-time position of Police Officer. Those selected will enforce local, state and federal laws, traffic regulations and will investigate crimes and traffic accidents and will assist the public and serve a department that embraces the community policing philosophy.

State certified officers are preferred but when applicants are not certified, full training will be provided, when selected. Qualified applicants must have above average written and verbal skills.

All uniforms and equipment are furnished. A generous benefits package is included with paid holidays, sick and vacation time.

Starting salary: $54,112 DOQ

Applicants must be 21 years of age at the time of the application and have a high school diploma or equivalent with a clean criminal record and vision correctable to 20/20. Applicants must pass a written test, physical agility test, psychological test, medical/physical and drug screen. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required upon hire. Work schedule requires weekend, holidays, rotating shift work, overtime and court appearances. Applicants must live within a 30-mile radius of the Mission Police Department within one year of hire date.

Certified law enforcement applicants must not have any Brady/Giglio material in background to be eligible for hiring.

Benefits: The City of Mission offers a comprehensive total compensation package including competitive wages, exceptional benefit package, paid leave time, and retirement options. More details are available here.

How to apply: Submit cover letter and resume to resumes@missionks.org. Questions, contact Captain Ron Ruhulessin at 913.676.8328.

Position is open until filled. EOE

Job Type: Full-time

The Mission Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a team-oriented individual to join our team as a seasonal worker. The employee will perform a variety of maintenance duties landscaping and playground maintenance that include but are not limited to: 

• Clean and maintain pavillions, restrooms, playgrounds and other facilities
• Pick up debris and litter
• Empty various containers into trucks and receptacles
• Load, dump and pack landscaping materials
• May operate trucks and empty truck loads as directed
• Pull weeds, lay sod, plant flowers, prune trees and shrubs
• Perform major landscaping duties such as operating ride-on and walk-behind lawn mowers, string trimmers, edgers, sod cutters, aerators, fertilizer spreaders, tractors and other equipment related to park and group maintenance
• Assist in cleaning and maintaining tools and equipment
• Assist other crew members as needed/directed and perform other related duties as assigned
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines

Pay Range: $11.00-$16.00 DOQ

A full job description is available here.

Background Check: Hiring is dependent on successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

How to apply: Download the application here and return it to the Powell Community Center, 6200 Martway Street, Mission, KS 66202 or resumes@missionks.org. Please make sure the job title is listed on your application and/or in your email if you submit it electronically.

Job Type: Seasonal

Open until filled. The City of Mission is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Under the supervision of the Recreation Coordinator, the Camp Director will coordinate and manage the Mission Summer Camp (Ages K-12). Employment will run early June through early August (this includes training). The Camp Director shall provide supervision and direction to assistant camp directors, group leaders, assistant group leaders, volunteers, guests, and participants. The Camp Director shall work independently to ensure that policy and procedures are executed and that a safe and organized environment is established.

Number of positions: 2

Minimum Qualifications:
1. A minimum of a four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
2. Is 18 years of age or older.
3. Has 12 months of job-related experience.
4. Demonstrates administrative ability, knowledge of regulations governing school-age programs, and the skill to
supervise the business operation of the program.
5. Must be certified in CPR and First-Aid.
6. Must have the capability to foster positive, healthy relationships with children and youth.
7. Must possess the skill to supervise the business operation of the program by completing all paper work on time.

Download the application here and return to the Powell Community Center 6200 Martway Street, Mission, KS.

Job Type: Full-time, seasonal.

Pay Rate: $14-$16.00/hour

The City of Mission is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

More Information:
For more information on these positions for the Mission Parks & Recreation Department, please contact Misty Town, Recreation Program Coordinator, at 913.722.8223 or at mtown@missionks.org.

The Assistant Camp Directors will assist the Camp Directors in implementing the Mission Summer Camp (Ages K- 12).
Employment will run early June through early August (this includes training). The Assistant Camp Directors shall provide
supervision and direction to group leaders, assistant group leaders, volunteers, guests, and participants. The Assistant
Directors shall help set up and supervise all activities during all hours participants are present.

Possible open positions: 1-3

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Must be 18 years of age: or older.
2. Taken 60 academic credit hours at a college or university level.
3. Or, has a combination of 30 academic credit hours and six months of job-related experience.
4. Demonstrates administrative ability, knowledge of regulations governing school-age programs, and the skill to supervise the business operation of the program.
5. Must demonstrate administrative ability to schedule and supervise 10-15 staff members; schedule group rotations; plan and lead activities; and conduct positive relations with parents, participants, and other personnel.
6. Must possess the skill to supervise the business operation of the program by completing all paper work on time.
7. Must have the skill and ability to carry out the program activities.
8. Must have the capability to foster positive, healthy relationships with children and youth.
9. Must be certified in CPR and First-Aid.

Download the application here and return to the Powell Community Center 6200 Martway Street, Mission, KS.

Job Type: Full-time, seasonal.

Pay Rate: $14-$16/hour

The City of Mission is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

More Information:
For more information on these positions for the Mission Parks & Recreation Department, please contact Misty Town, Recreation Program Coordinator, at 913.722.8223 or at mtown@missionks.org.

Overview:
Head Counselor positions are needed for the City of Mission Parks & Recreation Department this summer. Employment will run early June through early August (this includes training). Available positions for the Mission Summer Camp (Ages K-12). This is a full-time seasonal position. Shifts will be scheduled between 7:00am and 6:00pm.

Possible Number of Positions: 4-6.

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Must be 16 years of age or older.
2. Must have job-related experience working with school-age children.
3. Must have the skill and ability to carry out the program activities.
4. Must have the capability to foster positive, healthy relationships with children.
5. Must be certified in CPR and First Aid.

Download the application here and return to the Powell Community Center 6200 Martway Street, Mission, KS.

Job Type: Full-time, seasonal.

Pay Rate: $13-$15/hour

The City of Mission is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

More Information:
For more information on these positions for the Mission Parks & Recreation Department, please contact Misty Town, Recreation Program Coordinator, at 913.722.8223 or at mtown@missionks.org.

Overview:
Counselor positions are needed for the City of Mission Parks & Recreation Department this summer. Employment will
run early June through early August (this includes training). Available positions within the Mission Summer Camp (Ages
K-12 y/o). Shifts are scheduled between 7:00am and 6:00pm.

Possible Number of Positions: 14-20.

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Must be 16 years of age or older.
2. Must have job-related experience working with school-age children.
3. Must have the skill and ability to carry out the program activities.
4. Must have the capability to foster positive, healthy relationships with children.
5. Must be certified in CPR and First Aid.

Download the application here and return to the Powell Community Center 6200 Martway Street, Mission, KS.

Job Type: Full-time, seasonal.

Pay Rate: $12-$14/hour

The City of Mission is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

More Information:
For more information on these positions for the Mission Parks & Recreation Department, please contact Misty Town, Recreation Program Coordinator, at 913.722.8223 or at mtown@missionks.org.

Overview:

The City of Mission Parks + Recreation is seeking lifeguards at Mission’s indoor and outdoor aquatics facilities. Under the supervision of the Aquatic Facility Manager, this position is primarily responsible for supervising patrons in a safe manner. Lifeguard staff provide first aid, rescue assistance, and emergency assistance as necessary. Employees should possess excellent supervisory, communication, and public relations skills.

Applicants are expected to work the shifts they are assigned, be on time for all shifts and sub for coworkers as needed.

Certification:

The City of Mission will cover the costs of training and certification if needed, including CPR training.

Salary:

Position starts at $14.00/Hour with a $250 Sign-On Bonus

Minimum Qualifications:

-Must be 15 years of age or older

– Must be able to work nights and weekends

– Must possess Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or have the ability to attain certification through City training

– Must have the skill and ability to maintain a safe environment for all patrons

– Must successfully pass a background check and drug screening

Job Duties, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

– Has the ability to enforce pool rules to all patrons

– Able to swim 300 meters without stopping

– Able to provide safe supervision of all aquatic related areas, rescue and first aid assistance and emergency response assistance as required

– Assists in maintaining a clean and well-kept facility

– Performs related tasks as assigned including water quality checks, pool maintenance, cleaning of locker room facilities and other associated duties

– Assists in the supervision and instruction of swimming programs when qualified

– Follows department policies and procedures

– Follows safety procedures and practices

How to Apply

Fill out the Application Form and return to the Powell Community Center.

For questions, contact Jenna Dickman, Aquatics Facilities Manager at 913.722.8207 or jdickman@missionks.org.

The City of Mission is seeking a highly motivated professional for the full-time position of Budget and Finance Manager. This position plans, manages, organizes, directs and personally performs budget and finance activities including the annual budget process, financial analysis and reporting including the annual audit, and general finance duties.

Salary Range: $71,387-103,512 DOQ

A full job description is available here.

Benefits: The City of Mission offers a comprehensive total compensation package including competitive wages, exceptional benefit package, paid leave time, and retirement options. More details are available here.

How to apply: Submit cover letter and resume to resumes@missionks.org.

Review of resumes will be reviewed as received. (Job posted April 7.) Open until filled. EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Overview:

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator, this position is primarily responsible for teaching students how to swim in a safe manner at the Mission Family Aquatics Center. Swim Instructor staff also provides updates to patrons, schedule private lessons, and teach group lessons. This employee should possess excellent supervisory, communication, and public relations skills.

Salary:

Position starts at $12.00/Hour.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must be 16 years of age; or older.
2. Must be able to work either T/Th evening and/or Saturday morning
3. Must be able to teach 5 to 10 hours of private lessons a week
4. Possess Red Cross Water Safety Instructor or have the ability to attain certification through city training.
5. Must possess Red Cross CPR/AED/ and First-Aid or have the ability to attain certification through city training.
6. Must have the skill and ability to maintain a safe environment for all patrons.
7. Must successfully pass a background check.

Job Duties, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Follows safety procedures and practices.
2. Teach infants, toddlers, and children water safety skills
3. Maintain paperwork and update swim lessons as needed
4. Work with minimal supervision during assigned class times
5. Maintain all equipment used during swim lessons
6. Be able to communicate effectively with parents and guardians about students needs
7. Keep control of a class size of no more than 6 for toddlers, 8 for teenagers, and 10 for parent infant.
8. Be able to teach all swim lesson skills to the standard set by supervisor

How to Apply:

Click here for application, fill out and return to PCC. The recruitment period will stay open until all positions are filled. Interviews will be scheduled after we review your application.

More Information:

For more information on these positions for the Mission Parks & Recreation Department, please contact Jenna Dickman, Aquatics Facilities Manager, at jdickman@missionks.org or at 913.722.8207.

The City of Mission is seeking dynamic and team-oriented individuals to join our Parks + Recreation team at the Powell Community Center. This position interacts with patrons and participants throughout the facility, providing excellent customer service and encouraging patrons to use the facility properly. The job duties include verfying patron membership, following department policies and procedures, following safety procedures, providing assistance to instructors and staff upon request, responds to onsite injuries or incidents. Occasionally, the job will include assisting with special events or maintenance projects, scheduling use of the facility, rooms or equipment, and performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.

Qualifications

• Six months of similar or related experience is preferred. Employees are expected to have acquired
• High school diploma or GED preferred. American Red Cross/First Aid/AED/CPR Certification within the first 6 months of employment.
• The ability to read and interpret written instructions, manuals and other documents as required.

Read the full position description here.

Download the application here and return to the Powell Community Center 6200 Martway Street, Mission, KS.

Job Type: Part-time.

Pay Rate: $11.00/hour

After successfully completing 30 days of employment, employees will be eligible for an individual membership to the Powell Community Center for a discounted rate of $15/month.

The City of Mission is an Equal Opportunity Employer.