Environmental Program Administrator I

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

• Job Posting closes: May 20, 2024
• Required documents uploaded by: May 20, 2024

Kansas Department of Health and Environment:

Our agency is led by Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Gov. Kelly in Dec 2021. KDHE is comprised of three divisions: Public Health, Environment, and Health Care Finance (which includes the State’s Medicaid program, KanCare). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof which allows us to take a holistic approach to improving and protecting the health and well-being of all Kansans.

http://www.kdhe.ks.gov/

About the Position

• Who can apply: Anyone (External)
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation:

• Hourly Pay Range: $28.31 – $31.22

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick &amp Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary &amp Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The position (K0156810)

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has an Environmental Program Administrator I opening in Topeka. This position will supervisor staff in the Voluntary Cleanup Unit as assigned by the Section Chief. This includes making work assignments, setting performance standards, conducting personnel evaluations, setting staff priorities, providing performance feedback to staff, rewarding staff performance appropriately, supporting career development, communicating effectively, stimulating productivity and providing a creative working environment. Follow all applicable federal and state statutes and regulations as well as agency policies and guidance to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Section.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

Performs as a unit manager and supervisor to plan, coordinate and oversee the execution of the statewide Voluntary Cleanup Unit in the Remedial Section. Oversees the preparation of technical projects, designs, plans, estimates, calculations, inspections, testing, and collection of data for soil and groundwater remediation projects. This includes but is not limited to, program development guidance, public relations, policy development, technical oversight, geologic oversight, tracking of various program elements, dissemination of public information to the public, ranking of priorities, program updates, project tracking, staff assignments, and budgeting. Assist the Section Chief in administration of the program. Responsible for assuring consistency, QA/QC, fairness, and following all agency/bureau/section guidelines and policies for all program elements. Responsible for setting and tracking deadlines for document review or technical oversight of sites to staff as defined by the Section Chief.

Assist Section Chief on daily operations including internal planning and policy development of assigned programs makes policy and procedural recommendations to the Section Chief. Prepares internal tracking and program reports as assigned by Section Chief. Prepares reports (oral and written) regarding various activities of program administration. Interfaces with other programs and sections within the bureau to ensure that program goals are being met and program guidelines are being followed. Provides interpretation to professional and field staff of federal and state statutes, regulations and administrative policies and procedures consistent with program objectives. Develops and prepares information, proposed rules and regulations, and other policy and technical information for presentation through the department for consideration by the legislature regarding program activities as directed by the section chief. Updates project specific fact sheets on a quarterly basis (minimum) to characterize progress on projects. Communicates and provides briefings to Section Chief, Bureau Director and other levels of management as requested.

Qualifications

• Education :
  • Bachelor’s degree in environmental, agricultural or natural sciences/resources.
• Licensing &amp Certification:
  • Valid Drivers License – Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid drivers license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.
• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in environmental, agricultural or natural sciences/resources.
  • One year of experience in an environmental program/project area.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrogeology or earth science.
  • Geology experience.
  • Professional geologist licensure recognized by the Kansas Board of Technical Professions.
  • Experience in conducting environmental investigations and cleanups.
  • Two years of supervision.
  • Proofreading, editing, attention to detail.
  • Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
• Post -Offer, Pre-employment Requirements :
  • Within the probationary period, incumbent must pass a physical which certifies the individual can work in the necessary protective gear.

Recruiter Contact Information

• Name: Ashley Webb
• Email: Ashley.webb@ks.gov
• Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

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• Transcripts
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

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• Resume
• Cover Letter

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How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a veteran under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

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