Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting closes: August 13, 2026
Required documents uploaded by: August 13, 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.
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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:
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Pay Range:
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Geology Trainee - $25.30 per hour
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Geology Associate - $27.89 per hour
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Professional Environmental Geologist - $32.30- $35.60
- 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 (K0229183)
Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Program Manager - Underground Injection Control Class I
Applicants holding a BS in Geology or related sciences.
Perform as lead worker in the planning, coordination and oversight for the implementation of the Underground Injection Control Program within the Geology and Well Technology Section. Responsible for assuring consistency, developing, modifying and implementing quality assurance/quality control, fairness, and following all agency/bureau/section guidelines and policies for all program elements. Plans and conduct surveillance, permitting, monitoring and inspection activities for well construction and abandonment for all UIC Class I facilities and UIC wells. Conduct and evaluate geological and hydrogeological studies of geologic formations to determine environmentally sound and protective criteria for well construction, operation and abandonment. Reviews and evaluates complex geologic and hydrogeologic work plans, proposals and reports for completeness, accuracy, and technical adequacy. Provide technical guidance for complex, highly specialized projects requiring advanced professional experience and a license in geology. Includes analysis and interpretation of complex geological and other technical data to identify and develop solutions to complex environmental problems. Ensures State/EPA commitments are met. Prepares reports as required by the EPA Underground Injection Control Program.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Assists with the review of UIC Class I permit applications, projects and proposals. Evaluate groundwater and geologic conditions and hazards to determine feasibility, location and safe development of projects. Prepares and provides comments concerning deficiencies and initiates appropriate follow-up with industries, well-known owners or consultants to address noted deficiencies. Assist with reviews of facility submissions detailing brine solution rates, injection fluid rates, injection pressures, cavern dimensions, disposal zone capacity and characteristics, logging data, surface elevations and plugging procedures/records for abandoned Class I UIC wells to determine whether cavern development procedures could cause collapse or subsidence or injection procedures can overpressure or allow the escape of injected fluids into the environment. Review and prepare surface geology and hydrogeologic maps, maps of the extent and configuration of water producing zones and geologic cross-sections of water bearing zones, confining intervals and disposal intervals to determine protective requirements. Assimilates and interprets geologic and groundwater data. Develop groundwater contour maps and geologic cross sections. Prepares technical reports and provides hydrogeologic support to other programs within the Bureau of Water. Provide hydrogeologic and technical support to the Underground Hydrocarbon Storage and Water Well Programs.
Support career development, communicate effectively, stimulate productivity and provide a creative working environment. Follow all appropriate federal, state, agency guidance, policies, regulations and statutes to accomplish the goals and objectives of the UIC Program and the Unit. Responsible for setting and tracking deadlines for document review or technical oversight of facilities and submittal by facilities. Create and revise procedure documents, forms and guidance for use by UIC Operators.
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
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Minimum Qualifications:
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Word, Excel, PowerPoint
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Attention to detail, proofreading, editing
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Ability to use personal protective equipment
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Preferred Qualifications:
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Four years’ experience in Geology, oil and gas drilling, underground injection control, petroleum geology
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Professional geology license recognized by the Kansas Board of Technical Professions
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:
Must pass physical which certifies the individual can work in the necessary personal protective equipment. Job requires physical activities involved with essential functions of the job. 40 hour HAZWOPER training sessions will be provided if necessary.
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: Tracey N. Benson
Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612
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Transcripts
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
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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 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.
