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Life In Wallace County, Kansas

Wallace County, Kansas: Simple. Grounded. Genuine. The county offers an authentic slice of the High Plains where wide open spaces meet a deep sense of local pride. Situated right on the Colorado border, this western Kansas community is defined by its sweeping prairie landscapes and rich frontier history. Newcomers will find quiet, safe towns like Sharon Springs and Weskan, where neighbors still know each other and community life revolves closely around local schools... 

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Local Employers
Greeley County Health Services

Headquartered in Tribune, Kansas, Greeley County Health Services (GCHS) is a comprehensive rural health system dedicated to improving the quality of life across the region. Boasting a 25-bed critical access hospital, a 16-bed long term care facility, and two family practice clinics, GCHS provides exceptional, community centered care while offering a warm, collaborative work environment where your skills are valued and professional growth is encouraged.


See Open Roles →


Career opportunities include:

  • Nursing & Clinical Care – Registered Nurses (RNs), LPNs, and Clinic Medical Assistants
  • Patient Care & Support – Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) for long-term care and clinical assistants
  • Medical Providers & Therapy – Family Practice Physicians, Physical Therapists, and Occupational Therapists
  • Allied Health & Administration – Radiologic Technologists, business office representatives, registration clerks, and facility maintenance

Team member benefits may include:

  • Competitive wages with annual increases, plus shift differentials for weekend or night schedules
  • Cost shared medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance, along with a retirement plan featuring a 3% employer match
  • Generous paid time off, paid holidays (including your birthday!), and tuition reimbursement
  • Employer funded life insurance, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Outstanding local perks like "Little Doc's" Daycare, reduced childcare rates, gym memberships, and hospitality housing options

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Brandt Electric

Brandt Electric is a trusted electrical contractor providing critical residential, commercial, and agricultural services throughout the community. Known for high-quality workmanship and reliability, the company offers stable, rewarding career paths for licensed electricians, service technicians, and apprentices in a supportive, small-team environment.


See Open Roles →


#employers

CHS United Plains Ag

Backed by a massive national network, CHS United Plains Ag is a leading agricultural cooperative serving producers across Wallace County. The co-op offers high-demand, highly stable careers in agronomy, grain elevator operations, energy logistics, and custom application, providing competitive compensation and excellent advancement for agribusiness professionals.


See Open Roles →

#employers

E&H Farms

Representing the backbone of the local private farming sector, E&H Farms is a family-owned agricultural enterprise operating right in the heart of Wallace County. Offering both administrative and hands-on careers managing crop production and operating modern machinery, it is an ideal workplace for hardworking individuals passionate about agriculture, operations, and heavy equipment.


See Open Roles →


#employers

Helena Agri-Enterprises

Helena Agri-Enterprises is a national leader in agronomy solutions with a key operational branch in Wallace County. Supporting western Kansas growers with crop protection products, seed distribution, and precision technology, Helena offers long-term, dynamic career growth in agronomy sales, custom application, logistics, and branch management.


See Open Roles →


#employers

USD 242

Anchoring the Weskan community, USD 242 is known for its small class sizes and deep local support. Weskan Schools offer a personalized teaching environment where staff members are treated like family, providing excellent career opportunities in K-12 education, student support, facilities maintenance, and district transportation.


See Open Roles →

#employers

Greeley County Health Services

Headquartered in Tribune, Kansas, Greeley County Health Services (GCHS) is a comprehensive rural health system dedicated to improving the quality of life across the region. Boasting a 25-bed critical access hospital, a 16-bed long term care facility, and two family practice clinics, GCHS provides exceptional, community centered care while offering a warm, collaborative work environment where your skills are valued and professional growth is encouraged.


See Open Roles →


Career opportunities include:

  • Nursing & Clinical Care – Registered Nurses (RNs), LPNs, and Clinic Medical Assistants
  • Patient Care & Support – Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) for long-term care and clinical assistants
  • Medical Providers & Therapy – Family Practice Physicians, Physical Therapists, and Occupational Therapists
  • Allied Health & Administration – Radiologic Technologists, business office representatives, registration clerks, and facility maintenance

Team member benefits may include:

  • Competitive wages with annual increases, plus shift differentials for weekend or night schedules
  • Cost shared medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance, along with a retirement plan featuring a 3% employer match
  • Generous paid time off, paid holidays (including your birthday!), and tuition reimbursement
  • Employer funded life insurance, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Outstanding local perks like "Little Doc's" Daycare, reduced childcare rates, gym memberships, and hospitality housing options

#employers

Brandt Electric

Brandt Electric is a trusted electrical contractor providing critical residential, commercial, and agricultural services throughout the community. Known for high-quality workmanship and reliability, the company offers stable, rewarding career paths for licensed electricians, service technicians, and apprentices in a supportive, small-team environment.


See Open Roles →


#employers

CHS United Plains Ag

Backed by a massive national network, CHS United Plains Ag is a leading agricultural cooperative serving producers across Wallace County. The co-op offers high-demand, highly stable careers in agronomy, grain elevator operations, energy logistics, and custom application, providing competitive compensation and excellent advancement for agribusiness professionals.


See Open Roles →

#employers

E&H Farms

Representing the backbone of the local private farming sector, E&H Farms is a family-owned agricultural enterprise operating right in the heart of Wallace County. Offering both administrative and hands-on careers managing crop production and operating modern machinery, it is an ideal workplace for hardworking individuals passionate about agriculture, operations, and heavy equipment.


See Open Roles →


#employers

Helena Agri-Enterprises

Helena Agri-Enterprises is a national leader in agronomy solutions with a key operational branch in Wallace County. Supporting western Kansas growers with crop protection products, seed distribution, and precision technology, Helena offers long-term, dynamic career growth in agronomy sales, custom application, logistics, and branch management.


See Open Roles →


#employers

USD 242

Anchoring the Weskan community, USD 242 is known for its small class sizes and deep local support. Weskan Schools offer a personalized teaching environment where staff members are treated like family, providing excellent career opportunities in K-12 education, student support, facilities maintenance, and district transportation.


See Open Roles →

#employers

Greeley County Health Services

Headquartered in Tribune, Kansas, Greeley County Health Services (GCHS) is a comprehensive rural health system dedicated to improving the quality of life across the region. Boasting a 25-bed critical access hospital, a 16-bed long term care facility, and two family practice clinics, GCHS provides exceptional, community centered care while offering a warm, collaborative work environment where your skills are valued and professional growth is encouraged.


See Open Roles →


Career opportunities include:

  • Nursing & Clinical Care – Registered Nurses (RNs), LPNs, and Clinic Medical Assistants
  • Patient Care & Support – Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) for long-term care and clinical assistants
  • Medical Providers & Therapy – Family Practice Physicians, Physical Therapists, and Occupational Therapists
  • Allied Health & Administration – Radiologic Technologists, business office representatives, registration clerks, and facility maintenance

Team member benefits may include:

  • Competitive wages with annual increases, plus shift differentials for weekend or night schedules
  • Cost shared medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance, along with a retirement plan featuring a 3% employer match
  • Generous paid time off, paid holidays (including your birthday!), and tuition reimbursement
  • Employer funded life insurance, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Outstanding local perks like "Little Doc's" Daycare, reduced childcare rates, gym memberships, and hospitality housing options

#employers

Brandt Electric

Brandt Electric is a trusted electrical contractor providing critical residential, commercial, and agricultural services throughout the community. Known for high-quality workmanship and reliability, the company offers stable, rewarding career paths for licensed electricians, service technicians, and apprentices in a supportive, small-team environment.


See Open Roles →


#employers

CHS United Plains Ag

Backed by a massive national network, CHS United Plains Ag is a leading agricultural cooperative serving producers across Wallace County. The co-op offers high-demand, highly stable careers in agronomy, grain elevator operations, energy logistics, and custom application, providing competitive compensation and excellent advancement for agribusiness professionals.


See Open Roles →

#employers

E&H Farms

Representing the backbone of the local private farming sector, E&H Farms is a family-owned agricultural enterprise operating right in the heart of Wallace County. Offering both administrative and hands-on careers managing crop production and operating modern machinery, it is an ideal workplace for hardworking individuals passionate about agriculture, operations, and heavy equipment.


See Open Roles →


#employers

Helena Agri-Enterprises

Helena Agri-Enterprises is a national leader in agronomy solutions with a key operational branch in Wallace County. Supporting western Kansas growers with crop protection products, seed distribution, and precision technology, Helena offers long-term, dynamic career growth in agronomy sales, custom application, logistics, and branch management.


See Open Roles →


#employers

USD 242

Anchoring the Weskan community, USD 242 is known for its small class sizes and deep local support. Weskan Schools offer a personalized teaching environment where staff members are treated like family, providing excellent career opportunities in K-12 education, student support, facilities maintenance, and district transportation.


See Open Roles →

#employers

Preserving the Frontier Past
History of Wallace County

Awards & Press

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#1 in Kansas for Healthcare Access, Top 10 for Safety

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Wallace County High ranking 12 out of 318 Kansas High Schools

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Wallace County Schools rank in the top 5% of all Kansas districts for overall performance and reading proficiency, and in the top 10% for math

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Outdoor Activities

High Plains Geography and The Great Outdoors
Serene landscape with a winding river, lush greenery, and tall trees, evoking peace and tranquility under a clear sky.
Serene landscape with a winding river, lush greenery, and tall trees, evoking peace and tranquility under a clear sky.
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Local places, culture, and events

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#employers

Greeley County Health Services

Headquartered in Tribune, Kansas, Greeley County Health Services (GCHS) is a comprehensive rural health system dedicated to improving the quality of life across the region. Boasting a 25-bed critical access hospital, a 16-bed long term care facility, and two family practice clinics, GCHS provides exceptional, community centered care while offering a warm, collaborative work environment where your skills are valued and professional growth is encouraged.


See Open Roles →


Career opportunities include:

  • Nursing & Clinical Care – Registered Nurses (RNs), LPNs, and Clinic Medical Assistants
  • Patient Care & Support – Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) for long-term care and clinical assistants
  • Medical Providers & Therapy – Family Practice Physicians, Physical Therapists, and Occupational Therapists
  • Allied Health & Administration – Radiologic Technologists, business office representatives, registration clerks, and facility maintenance

Team member benefits may include:

  • Competitive wages with annual increases, plus shift differentials for weekend or night schedules
  • Cost shared medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance, along with a retirement plan featuring a 3% employer match
  • Generous paid time off, paid holidays (including your birthday!), and tuition reimbursement
  • Employer funded life insurance, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Outstanding local perks like "Little Doc's" Daycare, reduced childcare rates, gym memberships, and hospitality housing options

#employers

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