Jones v. Kansas State University

Greene, J.:

Gary F. Jones appeals from the district court’s order affirming the decision of the Civil Service Board (Board), which upheld the termination of Jones’ employment as a police officer with Kansas State University (KSU) for gross misconduct or conduct grossly unbecoming a state officer pursuant to K.S.A. 75-2949f(a). We reverse and order Jones’ reinstatement.

Factual and Procedural Overview

Gary F. Jones was employed as a police officer with the KSU Police Department (Department) since January 1997. On August 26, 2001, Jones stopped a vehicle driven by Gretchen Esping for speeding. At…