About the job
Job Posting
Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting closes: October 5, 2026
Required documents uploaded by: October 5, 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 .
About The Position
- Who can apply: Anyone (External).
- 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:
- Hourly Pay Range: $27.61 - $30.46
- 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 Project Manager position (K0221842) is responsible for developing and maintaining project charters, project plans, communication plans, and schedules; Coordinate project team meetings and working sessions; Track milestones, dependencies, critical path items, and deadlines; Identify resource constraints; Coordinate with management to resolve conflicts; Maintain project risk, issue, action, and decision logs; Proactively identify risks and develop mitigation strategies; Escalate critical risks and issues; Provide timely and accurate project status reporting; Coordinate decision-making and ensure documentation of key decisions; Coordinate transition to operational support teams; Facilitate lessons learned and project close out activities.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
- Coordinate project activities involving external vendors.
- Monitor vendor deliveries, timelines, and contractual obligations.
- Track vendor performance against project commitments.
- Facilitate review and acceptance of vendor deliverables.
- Escalate vendor performance concerns through appropriate channels.
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:
Minimum 3 years of project management experience
Experience managing cross-functional projects
Experience working with vendors and partners
Preferred Qualifications:
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
Proofreading, editing, attention to detail
Project Management Methodologies
PMO Process Compliance
Project Planning and Scheduling
Vendor Deliverable Management
Stakeholder Communication
Risk and Issue Management
Documentation and Reporting
Knowledge of Medicaid, Health Reform, HealthCare Systems and/or Health Information Technology/Exchange
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:
Must pass the State of Kansas Project Management Certification within 1 year.
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
- 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 them 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
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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 pageTranscripts
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov : “How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents”How To Claim Veterans PreferenceVeterans' 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 PreferenceApplicants 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 OpportunityThe 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.
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