PURSUE YOUR CAREER
If you dream of a fulfilling career while enjoying a slower pace of life, Smith County Kansas is the perfect place for you. Here, you can balance professional success with the tranquility of rural living. From healthcare to education, manfucaturing, agribusiness, remote work and more. With employers eager to train, and incentives to sweeten the deal...
CHOOSE SMITH COUNTY. WHERE SUCCESS MEETS COMMUNITY.
LARGEST EMPLOYERS
CHECK OUT A FEW OF OUR COUNTY'S LARGEST EMPLOYERS
Applequist
MANUFACTURING
Applequist manufactures a broad range of ag & industrial equipment and utilizes up-to-date manufacturing technology, which optimizes productivity & quality. They aim to provide a great workplace for their employees and play a leading role in developing strong rural communities.
SMITH COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
HEALTHCARE
Smith County Memorial Hospital is a Critical Access Hospital, with an attached Rural Health Clinic located in Smith Center. SCMH takes pride in its connection to the community and is dedicated to investing in its employees and promoting their professional growth.
SMITH CENTER USD 237
EDUCATION
From pre-k through high school, the Smith Center school district provides quality education by creating life-long learners through comprehensive academic, athletic, cultural, and extra-curricular opportunities. USD 273 has an approximate enrollment of over 450 students in grades PK, and K-12.
Thunder Ridge USD 110
EDUCATION
Thunder Ridge Schools is a highly-rated, public unified school district with schools located in Kensington and Agra, KS. They believe that with open communication and mutual respect, the district will be one that provides an outstanding education in a safe and challenging environment.
TRINITY AG
AGRICULTURE
Trinity Ag, LLC is the collaboration of three administrations: Rangeland Cooperative, Pro Ag Marketing, and Central Plains Coop. Trinity Ag, LLC works to provide their customers with valuable information, programs, and resources to support and maintain their ag-based businesses.
LIVE WHERE WE WANT & STILL BE SUCCESSFUL
Kaden, and his wife Emily, love raising their two children in rural Smith County.
"One of the most important things in business they tell you is location, location, location. But in the world we live in today it doesn't have to be that true. We get to live where we want to live and raise our family where we want to raise our family and still have a very successful business. We're reaching people all the way across the country, be we've also exported pork to Japan and that's really fun to say when you've been here in little ol' Lebanon, Kansas."
- Kaden & Emily Roush, R Family Farms
LIVE WHERE WE WANT & STILL BE SUCCESSFUL
Kaden, and his wife Emily, love raising their two children in rural Smith County.
"One of the most important things in business they tell you is location, location, location. But in the world we live in today it doesn't have to be that true. We get to live where we want to live and raise our family where we want to raise our family and still have a very successful business. We're reaching people all the way across the country, but we've also exported pork to Japan and that's really fun to say when you've been here in little ol' Lebanon, Kansas.
- Kaden & Emily Roush, R Family Farms
FREEDOM & OPPORTUNITY
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SAFETY & SENSE OF COMMUNITY
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WIDE OPEN SPACES
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COME HOME TO SMITH COUNTY
Whether starting fresh or advancing in your field, Smith County, Kansas, welcomes you! With various opportunities across multiple industries, employers committed to your growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact, Smith County is the perfect place to take the next step in your professional journey. Whether you've been gone for a while, or coming to Kansas for the first time you have the opportunity to become a part of our community. Find your future in a place where work and life come together seamlessly. Come home to Smith County, Kansas.
INCENTIVES & RESOURCES
KS INCOME TAX WAIVER
RELOCATION INCENTIVE
Receive a 100% Personal State Income Tax Credit as a new resident of Kansas. As an ROZ Community, residents relocating to Smith County are eligible for this program and may claim this credit for up to five consecutive years following the establishment of their domicil.
LOCAL CHAMBER
CONNECTION RESOURCE
Sometimes all you need is a connection. The Smith Center Chamber of Commerce is a great place to start. From community events to local job openings connect with the Chamber. If nothing else, they should be able to point you in the right direction to other local resources and Economic Dev. initiatives.
BUSINESS EXPANSION & DEV.
REVOLOVING LOAN FUND
The Business Expansion & Dev. Revolving Loan Fund allows the SCED to offer business loans to expand an existing business, start a new business, purchase an existing business, or relocate a business to Smith Center. Payments are made with 0% interest for the first two years and 5% for the remainder of the loan.
JUMP START PROGRAM
NEW BUSINESS GRANT
The Jump Start grant is a conditional grant to assist new or relocating businesses during the first 24 months of operations. This grant may be used to subsidize rent, utilities, marketing, or other expenses. Businesses much remain inside the city limits of Smith Center to qualify.
Nex-Gen. Round up
STUDENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Nex-Gen. Round Up for Youth's mission is to educate students about local career opportunities by providing and supporting programs in career development, entrepreneurship, and internship to help foster a sense of community and encourage youth to remain or return home to prosper.
WORK REMOTE
In today's day and age, you no longer have to choose between professional success and living in a place that feels like home. With over 650 miles of state-of-the-art fiber optics, Smith County Kansas is able to support your remote working needs, while providing peaceful surroundings and strong community connections. Here, you can focus on what matters most, with the flexibility to work wherever you choose. Not to mention, Smith County is currently offering up to $5,750 in cash and relocation incentives for remote workers. High-speed internet and a lower cost of living make for a perfect pair. If you can work from anywhere, why not choose Smith County?
COME HOME TO SMITH COUNTY
Whether starting fresh or advancing in your field, Smith County, Kansas, welcomes you! With various opportunities across multiple industries, employers committed to your growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact, Smith County is the perfect place to take the next step in your professional journey. Whether you've been gone for a while, or coming to Kansas for the first time you have the opportunity to become a part of our community. Find your future in a place where work and life come together seamlessly. Come home to Smith County, Kansas.
WORK REMOTE
In today's day and age, you no longer have to choose between professional success and living in a place that feels like home. With over 650 miles of state-of-the-art fiber optics, Smith County Kansas is able to support your remote working needs, while providing peaceful surroundings and strong community connections. Here, you can focus on what matters most, with the flexibility to work wherever you choose. Not to mention, Smith County is currently offering up to $5,750 in cash and relocation incentives for remote workers. High-speed internet and a lower cost of living make for a perfect pair. If you can work from anywhere, why not choose Smith County?
PURSUE YOUR CAREER
If you dream of a fulfilling career while enjoying a slower pace of life, Smith County Kansas is the perfect place for you. Here, you can balance professional success with the tranquility of rural living. From healthcare to education, manfucaturing, agribusiness, remote work and more. With employers eager to train, and incentives to sweeten the deal...
CHOOSE SMITH COUNTY. WHERE SUCCESS MEETS COMMUNITY.
