Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting closes: August 28, 2026
Required documents uploaded by: August 28, 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.
http://www.kdhe.ks.gov/
About the Position
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Who can apply: Anyone (External)
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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:
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Hourly Pay Range: $21.34 - $23.54
- Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.
Employment Benefits
Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
Sick & 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
Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…
Position Summary & Responsibilities
Position Summary:
Eligibility Operation Field Specialist (K0229317)
Are you looking for a great team to work with? Are you a curious person who likes to learn? Do you want to do meaningful work? Do you have a passion for helping those in your community? We would love to meet and talk with you about our opportunity to help applicants and community partners with the KanCare process. Please apply: https://jobs.sok.ks.gov/
Kansas Department of Health and Environment is seeking enthusiastic candidates to apply for the Eligibility Operation Field Specialist at the Emporia DCF Office in Emporia, Kansas. The successful candidate must be flexible, willing to learn and ready to provide quality customer service. This position requires frequent travel and some overnight stays. The Eligibility Operation Field Specialist is responsible for determining Medicaid eligibility for applicants, conducting outreach to communities, and providing direct assistance to community partners such as Area Agencies on Aging, county health departments, and Managed Care Organizations. This role involves processing applications, educating the public on Medicaid (KanCare) services, and assisting walk-in clients at community events and partner locations to ensure eligible individuals and families receive necessary healthcare coverage.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
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Uses active and reflective listening skills, non-judgmental attitude and understanding of human behavior, especially in terms of how poverty and other special barriers affect behavior, in order to establish a positive working relationship with customers and community partners.
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Creates an atmosphere where human dignity is preserved.
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Accommodates and is sensitive to any special circumstances the consumer may face, such as citizenship and language preference.
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Determine eligibility for all medical assistance programs (Family Medical and Elderly and Disabled).
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The determination is accomplished by analyzing, interpreting and applying numerous complex policies and regulations to the consumer’s situation. Investigation of the customer’s circumstances through the use of available computer information systems, researching records provided by customer and others provide the basis for such decisions.
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:
- One year of experience in planning, implementing, monitoring and determining eligibility in a Family Medical (FM) or Elderly and Disabled (E&D) unit or other related Medicaid eligibility/customer service experience.
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Preferred Qualifications:
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
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Proofreading, editing, attention to detail
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Customer service
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Analytical skills
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Ability to apply policy
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Working knowledge of the Family Medical and Elderly and Disabled Medicaid eligibility processes.
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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: Whitney Uthe
Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612
Job Application Process
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First Sign in or register as a New User.
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Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
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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 them 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
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
Transcripts
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application
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 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.
