Transportation engineer Jobs in Olathe, KS

Overview

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values we provide excellent public service seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits retirement plans wellness incentives a great organizational culture and much more! If youre searching for something more than just a job something akin to a calling then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

This posting will remain open until November 19 2025. The final review of applications will be on November 20 2025.

Job Description

Transportation Officers (TOs) interact with clients from various backgrounds with criminal records ranging from misdemeanor to felony convictions. Our population consists of high-risk offenders in need of substance abuse treatment mental health services employment / technical skills education and basic life skills. Our overriding objective is to establish a stable foundation for re-entry back into the community. The ARC consists of three components to meet the specific needs of the clients : Problem-Solving Bed Work Release and Therapeutic Community. The Problem-Solving Bed component serves justice involved individuals who do not have steady housing and / or employment; the Work Release component serves county and state inmates transitioning back into the community from jail or prison; and the Therapeutic Community provides intensive substance abuse treatment for clients with extreme substance abuse issues. ARC has an open campus environment that is different than traditional correctional facilities because clients work in the community and reside at the ARC until their release.

TOs do not carry lethal or less-than-lethal weapons and do not physically engage clients / inmates unless it is for the purposes of self-defense or the defense of others. The ARC is a 24-hour operation and shift work and overtime is required. As a TO you will have the opportunity and responsibility to help shape behaviors and create lasting change in each client you interact with.

Working directly with clients is expected in order to :

• Build healthy relationships serve as a role-model for appropriate prosocial behavior and attitudes;
• Teach and model basic expectations and provide frequent positive reinforcement;
• Seek opportunities to teach new behaviors coping skills de-escalation techniques and emotion regulation; and

It takes a special and unique person to work in this environment. We are looking for :

The job is demanding and challenging at times but it is also incredibly rewarding.

JOB DUTIES

Job Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements :

High school diploma or its equivalent is required. Applicant must submit to and pass a pre-employment post-offer drug screen prior to employment. A valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record is also required. The starting wage for this position without experience will start at the minimum of the grade.

Preferred Qualifications :

One (1) year of relevant experience is preferred

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1