Deputy Director

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Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes:September 29 th , 2026

Required documents uploaded by: September 29 th , 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. If you are an OPT or STEM OPT applicant, please note that all individuals must maintain valid employment authorization and an unexpired EAD.

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

• Who can apply: State of Kansas Only (Internal)
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
• Sponsorship:KDHE does not provide sponsorship for this position.
  
  

Compensation:

• Annual Pay Range: $82,000 - $84,000
• 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 (K0243252)

Provide executive support to the Bureau Director in planning, implementing, and evaluating Bureau priorities, policies, and operations.Lead Bureau wide administrative processes, including workflow development, operational alignment, and coordination across sections.Serve as Acting Bureau Director when delegated.Ensure Bureau activities align with KDHE policies, state and federal regulations, and agency strategic priorities.Facilitate communication and coordination among Section Directors, program managers, and administrative partners. Advises the Bureau Director and executive leadership on funding opportunities, legislative impacts, policy implementation, organizational risks, and strategic initiatives. Prepares executive briefings, legislative reports, grant reports, presentations, and performance dashboards. Communicates bureau priorities, accomplishments, challenges, and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.

Supervise the Grants & Contracts staff, including grant writers, contract managers, program managers, fiscal monitors, and administrative support staff.Provide coaching, workload management, performance evaluation, and professional development.Establish clear expectations, workflows, and quality standards for grant and contract management functions.Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Oversee the full lifecycle of federal and state grants administered by the Bureau, including application development, budget creation, compliance monitoring, reporting, and closeout.Ensure adherence to federal regulations (e.g., 2 CFR 200), state fiscal policies, and KDHE grant management standards. Establish and maintain systems for tracking grant deliverables, deadlines, expenditures, and performance measures.Provide guidance to program staff on grant requirements, allowable costs, documentation standards, and audit readiness.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

Direct the development, execution, monitoring, and renewal of Bureau contracts, including subrecipient agreements and vendor contracts.Ensure contract scopes, budgets, and deliverables align with program goals and funding requirements.Coordinate with KDHE Procurement, Legal, and Fiscal units to ensure timely processing and compliance with state procurement rules.Implement standardized processes for contract monitoring, documentation, and performance evaluation.

Collaborate with KDHE Fiscal to ensure grant budgets, expenditures, forecasts, and reimbursements align with federal and state requirements.Support development of Bureau administrative systems, including procurement processes, reporting structures, and documentation standards.Review and approve grant budgets, contract scopes, and fiscal documentation as delegated by the Bureau Director. Represent the Bureau in meetings with federal partners, contractors, community organizations, and other stakeholders. Coordinate with internal and external partners to ensure effective communication, compliance, and program alignment.Provide high level guidance to staff and partners on grant and contract requirements, Bureau priorities, and operational expectations.

Qualifications

• Education:
• High School, GED
• Licensing & Certification:
• 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:
• Must currently be a Section Director or equivalent and four years of experience in planning, organizing and directing the work of a department, program or agency.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Masters Degree in Public Health/Administration, Family Studies, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
• Proofreading, editing, attention to detail
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with supervisors, subordinates, and partners
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
• Ability to provide effective coaching, mentoring, and professional development.
• Grants management including fiscal management and action planning.
• Two years of experience working with partners to develop priorities and goals, implement plans, and
• Experience working with maternal and child health populations, families, and consumers.
• Experience working with internal and external cross-functional teams.
• Four years of progressively responsible leadership experience in public health, gov or nonprofit
• 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: kyle.sanders@ks.gov

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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• Resume
• Cover Letter
  
  

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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.

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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 Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, 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.