Johnson County, Kansas / Johnson
Agency file
The Johnson is a government agency that delivers public services and programs within its jurisdiction.
In 2025, this agency had 4,297 employees with median total compensation of $67,585; the highest distinct record was $386,317.
What the records show
These summaries compare pay within the agency before listing individual records.
How 2025 total compensation is spread across the 4,297 employees. Each bar is a pay range; taller bars mean more people earn in that range. The amber line marks the median ($67,585) — half earn less, half more. The far-right bar collects the highest earners.
What an average paycheck here is made of — base salary versus overtime, other pay (bonuses, allowances), and benefits. A large overtime or other-pay share means take-home often exceeds base salary.
The pay ladder for this department. Someone at the 90th percentile earns $120,772 — more than 90% of the department; the 10th percentile earns $16,989. The shaded band is the middle half of employees (25th–75th percentile).
The most common job titles in this department by headcount, with the median total compensation for each. Click a title to see everyone who holds it.
Record list
Highest-paid first / page 174
Behavioral Health Specialist/Johnson
Shelby O'Brien is a Behavioral Health Specialist at Johnson. 2023 total compensation came to $10,492.
Civilian Specialist/Johnson
Angelena Fredricks is a Civilian Specialist at Johnson. 2022 total compensation came to $10,490.
Senior Nutrition Data Technician/Johnson
Stephanie French holds the role of Senior Nutrition Data Technician at Johnson. In 2024, their total compensation was $10,467.
Direct Support Professional/Johnson
Barbara Wenski holds the role of Direct Support Professional at Johnson. In 2023, their total compensation was $10,466.
Paramedic/Johnson
Adam Hiatt holds the role of Paramedic at Johnson. In 2022, their total compensation was $10,459.
Master Deputy/Johnson
Jeffrey Newton works as a Master Deputy for Johnson. Jeffrey earned $10,422 in 2023.
Civilian Specialist/Johnson
Connor Hasz is a Civilian Specialist at Johnson. 2022 total compensation came to $10,401.
Youth Correctional Advisor/Johnson
Joseph Sprague holds the role of Youth Correctional Advisor at Johnson. In 2022, their total compensation was $10,394.
Ycsc Behavioral Health Specialist/Johnson
At Johnson, Shawna Fortunato serves as a Ycsc Behavioral Health Specialist. Their 2025 pay totaled $10,380.
Library Clerk/Johnson
Leonor Hutchison is a Library Clerk at Johnson. 2021 total compensation came to $10,362.
Nutrition Food Assistant/Johnson
Janis Lightfoot is a Nutrition Food Assistant at Johnson. 2025 total compensation came to $10,324.
Administrative Assistant/Johnson
At Johnson, Lindsay Wright serves as a Administrative Assistant. Their 2021 pay totaled $10,304.
Direct Support Professional/Johnson
At Johnson, Dustin Ohlmeier serves as a Direct Support Professional. Their 2021 pay totaled $10,302.
Nutrition Center/Food Assistant/Johnson
Wava Klamm holds the role of Nutrition Center/Food Assistant at Johnson. In 2023, their total compensation was $10,290.
Nutrition Center Assistant/Johnson
Janis Lightfoot holds the role of Nutrition Center Assistant at Johnson. In 2023, their total compensation was $10,277.
Nutrition Food Assistant/Johnson
Charmaine Banks is a Nutrition Food Assistant at Johnson. 2025 total compensation came to $10,274.
Direct Support Professional/Johnson
At Johnson, Meghan Roush serves as a Direct Support Professional. Their 2025 pay totaled $10,234.
Library Clerk/Johnson
Julian Desens is a Library Clerk at Johnson. 2024 total compensation came to $10,224.
Floater Direct Support Professional/Johnson
Stormy Cooksey is a Floater Direct Support Professional at Johnson. 2023 total compensation came to $10,204.
Community Prevention Coordinator/Johnson
At Johnson, Megan Clark serves as a Community Prevention Coordinator. Their 2023 pay totaled $10,201.
Customer Service Specialist/Johnson
Alice White holds the role of Customer Service Specialist at Johnson. In 2023, their total compensation was $10,176.
Payroll for Bretton Hays (Security Specialist, Johnson) may cover more than one person; together they account for $10,156 in 2025.
Wic Dietitian/Johnson
Danica Pelzel is a Wic Dietitian at Johnson. 2022 total compensation came to $10,129.
Stormwater Seasonal/Johnson
Carissa Kreeger holds the role of Stormwater Seasonal at Johnson. In 2025, their total compensation was $10,110.
Forensic Scientist Trainee/Johnson
Ernest Harwell holds the role of Forensic Scientist Trainee at Johnson. In 2022, their total compensation was $10,107.
Library Page/Johnson
At Johnson, Kelly Butler serves as a Library Page. Their 2025 pay totaled $10,095.
Motor Vehicle Specialist/Johnson
Kayla Doolittle works as a Motor Vehicle Specialist for Johnson. Kayla earned $10,087 in 2021.
Customer Service Representative/Johnson
Tanya Kirkland holds the role of Customer Service Representative at Johnson. In 2025, their total compensation was $10,079.
Library Page/Johnson
Caitlin Harrison holds the role of Library Page at Johnson. In 2021, their total compensation was $10,073.
Legal Intern/Johnson
Piper Doyle holds the role of Legal Intern at Johnson. In 2025, their total compensation was $10,055.
Detox Monitor/Johnson
Leylah Murad holds the role of Detox Monitor at Johnson. In 2025, their total compensation was $10,043.
Mid-Level Practitioner/Johnson
Jay Geerdes is a Mid-Level Practitioner at Johnson. 2023 total compensation came to $10,042.
Legal Intern/Johnson
At Johnson, Corey Myers serves as a Legal Intern. Their 2025 pay totaled $10,033.
Deputy Sheriff/Johnson
At Johnson, Michael Hayden serves as a Deputy Sheriff. Their 2023 pay totaled $10,032.
Court Services Officer I/Johnson
Kelsi Coble holds the role of Court Services Officer I at Johnson. In 2022, their total compensation was $10,024.
On-Call Grounds Specialist/Johnson
Jason Allen holds the role of On-Call Grounds Specialist at Johnson. In 2025, their total compensation was $10,013.
Airport Buildings & Grounds Trainee/Johnson
Kevin Whitten holds the role of Airport Buildings & Grounds Trainee at Johnson. In 2024, their total compensation was $9,992.
Wastewater Treatment Crew Member I/Johnson
Matthew Ribot is a Wastewater Treatment Crew Member I at Johnson. 2025 total compensation came to $9,970.
Paramedic/Johnson
Adam Sarik works as a Paramedic for Johnson. Adam earned $9,962 in 2025.
Community Employment Specialist/Johnson
Julie Papineau holds the role of Community Employment Specialist at Johnson. In 2025, their total compensation was $9,952.