Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting closes: July 2, 2026
Required documents (as listed in Qualifications and Required Documents sections) must be uploaded by close date. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Agency Information
Kansas Department for Children and Families | www.dcf.ks.gov
Personnel Services
Kansas City Region / Negotiable within Kansas City Region
About the Position
Who can apply: External
Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
Compensation: $37,980.90 Annually. $18.26 hourly. Salary may be dependent upon the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Employment Benefits
In addition to the starting salary, the State of Kansas offers a significant benefits package that is available the first day of employment. All benefits eligible, full-time employees may elect to enroll in:
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Health Insurance including medical, dental, vision (plus optional partner/dependent coverage at reduced cost)
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Creation of and contribution to your personal KPERS defined Retirement benefit
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9-10 paid, annual holidays
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12 paid, annual vacation days
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12 paid, annual sick days
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1 paid Discretionary Day
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Your personal life insurance policy equal to 150% of your starting salary
- This benefits package represents additional annual compensation.
Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information.
Position Summary & Responsibilities
The Kansas Department for Children and Families is hiring innovators and leaders. If you believe people have the capacity to progress, succeed, grow, and do well in life, you can discover your purpose here! Find more than just a job with DCF. You can be part of the growth and opportunity for our team to help serve the individuals and families in your community. Thrive With Us and find your career and purpose!
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Human Resources Professional to manage day-to-day HR operations and support the entire employee lifecycle. This versatile role involves managing personnel programs, administering benefits, processing employee transactions, and providing general personnel support to foster a productive and positive work environment while ensuring legal compliance
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Qualifications
Education: General
Minimum Qualifications: *If a driver’s license is required, a copy must be sent to your recruiter following the interview.* One year of experience in planning, directing, organizing, managing or administering personnel or human resource functions. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency. Maintain a Valid Driver’s license.
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:
Security Clearance: A background check (KBI - criminal background, welfare fraud, driver's license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) as a condition of employment, which may include fingerprinting and FBI check. Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF. Must maintain security clearance throughout employment.
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
Please reference Job ID Number: 220994
Job Application Process
First Sign in or register as a New User.
Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page
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
Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page
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State of Kansas online application
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Resume
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Cover letter
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Legible copy of valid driver’s license (if driver’s license is required)
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Transcripts** (if educational requirements are listed for this position)
**If degree is a requirement listed, transcript must show proof of graduation or degree obtained. -
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
- Required documents must be uploaded by close date. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents”.
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 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. 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.
E-Verify: DCF participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Full Position Description:
No. Each Task and Indicate Percent of Time
The person in this position has access to protected health information (PHI) under the provisions of the Heath Information Portability Act of 1996 (HIPPA) Privacy Rule. PHI must be treated in accordance with the provisions of the HIPAA Privacy Regulation including the requirements for safeguarding, releasing and recording the release of such information. The person will receive training in the provision of the HIPAA Privacy Regulations as they relate to the duties of this position and has signed a confidentiality agreement.
In addition to the tasks listed below, the incumbent is expected to communicate the Mission, Vision and Guiding Principles of the agency to peers, clients and the public; identify personal strengths and developmental needs to increase job performance and long-term career growth. Continually analyze work processes, seek new approaches and make recommendations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the agency. Works in a harmonious and cooperative fashion with other staff to provide efficient and effective customer service. Uses free time as available to assist other staff in the completion of work assignments. Contributes to a positive work environment through a positive, helpful, courteous demeanor towards staff, clients, and the general public. Adheres to appropriate standards of conduct regarding the use of leave and reports to work on time.
Personnel Program Management:
Assists the KC Region Personnel Director in the day-to-day management of the KC Region Personnel Services program through oversight of KC Region Service Centers. Assures all actions are in compliance with existing statutes, regulations, agency and regional policies, Department of Labor laws, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), workers compensation and other applicable laws. Communicate effectively to all KC Region employees on all facets of personnel services.
Benefits Management
Provide day-to-day benefits administration services to include KPERS, Optional Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Shared Leave, Deferred Compensation, Heath Quest, MAP, Infant at Work, Parental Leave, etc… Monitors the Membership Administrative Portal (MAP) which is the State Employee Health Plan (SEHP) official benefits enrollment and maintenance site for all state employees’ health insurance tracking. Assist employees in completing benefits related forms, applications, and other Personnel related paperwork and data, assist in uploading necessary documentation as needed, process changes and terminations. Work with SEHP and DCF Administration to communicate employee issues/concerns to include completing communication forms in MAP and work to a resolution.
Serves as a designated signer for KPERS portal. Assist employees with any KPERS retirement questions to include service credits, buybacks, withdrawals, disability, death benefits, beneficiaries and assist employees with any necessary paperwork and other general benefits questions as needed for retirement. Deliver excellent customer service when assisting employees with questions, paperwork, claims, or payment of fees. Benefits specialist for processing enrollments, changes and terminations of participants in all benefit plans and programs in KPERS portal.
Assists with scheduling annual open enrollment meetings and answering questions regarding benefit changes. Provide timely and accurate information regarding the state’s benefits to employees. Back-up presenting benefits overview for new employees.
Employee Transactions:
Enters all new employees intoSHARP. Enters employee/position changes. Enters and documents employee movement in official personnel records in SHARP: Reclassifications, Promotions, Demotions, Salary changes, Terminations. Coordinate any incoming transfers within DCF and other agencies.
Works with employee when terminating to inform of the end of benefits and options. Provides Exit Interview information
General Personnel Support:
Maintain employee personnel files for Lawrence, Atchison, and Leavenworth to ensure files are current and information is easily accessible. File documents and reports so that all Personnel records and files are current, and information is easily retrievable by Personnel department staff.Sends Reimbursement of License to DCF Payables as received. Backs up the Payroll Administrator with new employee orientation. Provides oversight of the payroll processing. Backs up the Personnel Director when she is on leave or when she requests assistance with special projects. Other duties as assigned.
Other dutiesas assigned by Kansas CityPersonnel Director.
Back-up for recruitment, payroll and otheradministrative HR tasks.
