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Position Description
Agency Information:
As the state's leading economic development agency, the Kansas Department of Commerce strives to empower individuals, businesses and communities to achieve prosperity in Kansas. Commerce accomplishes its mission by developing relationships with corporations, site location consultants and stakeholders in Kansas, the nation and world. Our strong partnerships allow us to help create an environment for existing Kansas businesses to grow and foster an innovative, competitive landscape for new businesses. Through Commerce's project success, Kansas was awarded Area Development Magazine’s prestigious Gold Shovel award in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024, and was awarded the 2021 and 2022 Governor's Cup by Site Selection Magazine.
Learn more at kansascommerce.gov
About the Position
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Who can apply: External (Open to Anyone)
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Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
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Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
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Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
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Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
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Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
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Job Posting closes: June 16, 2026
Compensation: $65,000.00 to $85,000.00 annually
- Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.
Employment Benefits
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Position Summary & Responsibilities
Position Summary:
Supports the administration and development of broadband grant programs by managing the full grant lifecycle, including application review, contract administration, fund disbursement, compliance monitoring, and contract closeout. Provides technical assistance to grant recipients to ensure adherence to state and federal requirements. Researches and pursues funding opportunities to support and expand broadband initiatives, while collaborating with stakeholders and participating in meetings, workshops, and outreach activities to promote program success and achieve strategic objectives.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
- Supports the broadband director in developing the Broadband Grant Program.
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Reviews applications, manages contracting, reviews and approves requests for funds disbursement, closes out contracts and fulfills any other duties necessary to administer grant funding.
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Monitors grants and ensures completion of contractually mandated reporting requirements.
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Researches grant opportunities for the purpose of developing additional funding resources
and securing funding to maintain and enhance the initiative’s services and/or programs. -
Serves to ensure data integrity in the recording of grant information in the department’s Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) system and other databases in the department.
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Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars for internal and external customers for the purpose
of conveying and/or gathering information to perform functions.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Four years of experience in business, finance or public administration
Education may be substituted for experience in grant compliance and reporting, grant monitoring and or grant management as determined relevant by the agency.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience equivalent to three years of grant management, program management
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Five years of grant management experience with state or federal programs
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:
Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a state job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law. If you have a missing tax return(s) or owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions
Recruiter Contact Information
Name: Angie Krahe
Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address: 915 SW Harrison Street Topeka, KS 66612
Job Application Process
Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How to Apply for a Job – Instructions” and “How to Search for a Job – Instructions"
Required Documents for this Application to be Complete
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Transcripts
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
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 determined by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference
How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference
Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference
PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to [email protected], or can be mailed/delivered in person to:
ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Rm 401
Topeka, KS 66612
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.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
