Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting closes: July 26, 2026
Required documents uploaded by: July 26, 2026
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.
Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9. KDHE does not provide sponsorships for this position.
E-Verify: Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please click here. For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here.
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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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Regular/Temporary: Regular
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Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)
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Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
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Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
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Sponsorship: KDHE does not provide sponsorship for this position.
Compensation:
Employment Benefits
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Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
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Sick & Vacation leave
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Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
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Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
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Fitness Centers in select locations
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Employee discounts with the STAR Program
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Retirement and deferred compensation programs
Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…
Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Position Summary:
Kansas Early Childhood Developmental Services is seeking someone comfortable with reviewing federal and state laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to the implementation of Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The successful candidate will review the work of 29 local Part C programs for compliance, help those programs understand relevant federal and state laws, regulations, policies and procedures and review corrective action plans for programs not currently in compliance. They will maintain and update the state Part C Process Manual and make recommendations for changes for state regulations, policies and procedures.
The Coord of Children's Services position (K0244412) will work closely with Compliance Specialist I, dividing responsibilities as appropriate. Independently maintain an up-to-date understanding of relevant federal and state laws and regulations. Manage and oversee annual or special compliance review processes in strict adherence to state and federal guidelines and the established monitoring plan. Monitor all timelines, providing comprehensive written and verbal guidance to programs. Track and address ongoing compliance issues and concerns, employing corrective action plans as necessary. Ensure the accurate compilation and dissemination of annual determinations, promptly issuing findings of non-compliance when warranted. Maintain ongoing oversight of programs with current compliance findings, promptly releasing findings upon successful compliance restoration. Foster direct collaboration with programs, providing dedicated support in resolving compliance-related concerns. Provide constructive written feedback to each program, addressing compliance-related issues. Support the Program Coordinator in the drafting of federal compliance reports and promptly furnish compliance-related documentation to federal and state officials upon request.
Quality Improvement: Drive year-over-year performance improvements as mandated by the Office of Special Education, actively partnering with local programs to achieve defined objectives. Collaborate closely with local programs to develop and update comprehensive and focused continuous improvement plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities and state and federal requirements. Drive quality improvement initiatives in collaboration with the Program Coordinator, Kansas Inservice Training System, and local programs. Monitor and analyze data related to services and child outcomes, with special attention to traditionally underserved populations. Identify inequities in services and child outcomes, across populations and geographical regions, working diligently with state and community partners to ascertain root causes and develop strategies to address these disparities, as mandated by the Office of Special Education.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
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Cultivate and foster cooperative relationships with stakeholders and state/community partners, to mitigate and eliminate service and outcome inequities.
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Monitor incoming formal and informal complaints, ensuring the proper implementation of the dispute resolution process. Stay current on evidence-based dispute resolution techniques and practices and maintain the list of Part C Mediators ensuring their training is current.
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Fiscal Monitoring
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Policy and Process Manuals
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Attend state, regional, and national meetings as assigned, ensuring the prompt and effective dissemination of essential information to Part C staff and local projects.
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Embrace a continuous learning mindset by actively participating in skill-building courses, conferences, seminars, and workshops, thereby enhancing professional development, and fostering growth.
Qualifications
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Education:
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Licensing & Certification:
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Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.
- Minimum Qualifications:
- Seven years of experience in child services. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
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Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
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Proofreading, editing, attention to detail
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Strong communication skills - both written and verba
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Preferred Qualifications:
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Four years of direct experience in Education, Early Childhood Education, Social Work, or related field.
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Understanding of local, state, and federal laws relating to early intervention
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Experience related to program monitoring and continuous improvement
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Experience in development and evaluation of policies and procedures
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Understanding of the related state and federal statutes and regulations.
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Understanding of Early Childhood Education and of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
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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. A 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 you 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 a 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 Kyle Sanders
Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612
Job Application Process
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Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
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Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
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Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
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Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
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Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
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Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page
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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete
Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page
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Transcripts
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DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application
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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.
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 a 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.
