Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting closes: August 3rd, 2026
Required documents uploaded by: August 3rd, 2026
Applicants from prior postings are still being considered and need not reapply
- Are you passionate about supporting the health and wellness of SE Kansas communities?
- Do you have the skills to assist local grantees and coalitions to create tobacco-free environments, promote tobacco prevention and treatment, and expand healthy food access and active living?
This position requires a minimum of 2 days/week in the KDHE Frontenac office, 4033 N Parkview Drive, Frontenac, KS 66763. (CRAWFORD COUNTY)
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: $22.16-$26.29
- 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:
The position (K0247604)
Serves as the point-of-contact and provides technical assistance to local organizations within assigned region that are receiving KDHE grants, such as Chronic Disease Risk Reduction (CDRR). Conducts bimonthly progress meetings, site visits, and provides grantees with resources and pertinent information to support community initiatives. Ensures grantee accountability, quality progress reporting and alignment of approved work plans. Participates in CDRR application process, technical reviews, and supports Community Health Promotion program goals.
Assists communities with identifying and leveraging resources to advance community health promotion work, build capacity and encourage the development of local coalitions for the prevention of chronic disease. Works with supervisor and state-level chronic disease prevention staff to identify state resources (organizations, universities, funding, etc.) that are available to assist the local coalitions. Assists with promotion of programs in assigned region. Serves as the lead on special topics as needed and assigned by supervisor.
Contributes to CDC and other progress reports, summarizing outcomes from grantees in assigned region. Provides updates and maintains records regarding the implementation of policy, systems and environment strategies. Shares regional program information as needed with staff and partners.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Organizes and conducts training for grantee and partners working in specific areas of chronic disease prevention and assists with the annual Chronic Disease Risk Reduction Annual Summit. Contributes to Community Health Promotion Section quality improvement work. Provides trainings on tobacco prevention, worksite wellness, farmers market programs, etc. within region, as assigned.
Represent KDHE and the Bureau of Health Promotion at regional meetings or at state meetings as assigned. Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with officials in the region; meets with the key organizations or individuals to further the development of health promotion programs.
Qualifications
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Education:
- 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:
- Four years of experience planning, developing, implementing, coordinating and/or providing social or human services to the public or community. A Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Social Services or a related degree program may be substituted for the required experience.
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Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Public Health, Community Health, Public Administration, or related field
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Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
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Proofreading, editing, attention to detail
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Communication and collaboration
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Experience in research, analyzing and/or gathering public health data
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Experience facilitating and/or coordinating diverse groups
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Experience developing and writing materials and/or publications
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Experience giving presentations
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Experience delivering customer service to the public
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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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First Sign in or register as a New User.
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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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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
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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.
