Senior Deputy Director

Job PostingImportant Recruitment Information for this vacancyJob Posting closes:November 4, 2025Required documents uploaded by:November 4, 2025Kansas 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 PositionWho can apply: Anyone (External).Classified/Unclassified Service: UnclassifiedFull-Time/Part-Time: Full-TimeRegular/Temporary: RegularWork Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)Location: Topeka/ Shawnee CountyEligible to Receive Benefits: YesVeterans' Preference Eligible: YesSponsorship: KDHE does not provide sponsorship for this position.Compensation:Annual Pay Range: $95,000 - $103,321Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.Employment BenefitsComprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverageSick & Vacation leaveWork-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leavePaid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)Fitness Centers in select locationsEmployee discounts with the STAR ProgramRetirement and deferred compensation programsVisit the Employee Benefits page for more information…Position Summary & ResponsibilitiesPosition Summary:KDHE is hiring a Senior Deputy Director (K to support the Division of Environment (DOE). This position will report to the Deputy Secretary of Environment and assist in managing DOE programs. This includes planning and organizational leadership, budgeting and fiscal management, legislative efforts, policy and regulatory decision-making, and coordination with stakeholders.This position aids the Director of Environment for planning and organizing the Division of Environment program activities to ensure work objectives are met. Responsibilities include supervising Environment Bureau Directors to ensure consistency in implementing environmental regulatory programs within the Agency.Providing assistance to the Director of Environment in managing fiscal resources for the Environment Division. Monitors spending and tracks spending against budgeted funds. Helps in the preparation of the division's budget, identifies overall fiscal needs and helps with preparing budget documents.Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:Duties will include coordinating new legislative proposals, determine fiscal impacts and providing testimony or follow-up meetings with legislators.Provide support to the Division Director for policies, quality improvement initiatives, regulatory changes or other matters that are needed by the Division Director.Helps the Director of the Environment and coordinates meeting assignments for the Division. Serves as KDHE representative at meetings with EPA, other state agencies, state associations and the general public.QualificationsEducation:High School, GEDLicensing & Certification:Minimum Qualifications:Five years of experience; three years of supervisory experience.Preferred Qualifications:Four to Six years of experience with Natural Science or Legal Degree.5 years of program management experience and 3 years of supervisory experience.Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AccessProofreading, editing, attention to detailPost-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 Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked QuestionsValid 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.Recruiter Contact InformationName:Melody HazardEmail:Mailing Address:1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612Job Application ProcessFirst 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 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 pageNotifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications pageHelpful Resources at:"How to Apply for a Job – Instructions" and "How to Search for a Job – Instructions"Required Documents For This Application To Be CompleteUpload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page**TranscriptsDD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job ApplicationResumeCover LetterHelpful Resources at:"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 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 PreferenceHow 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 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 PreferencePLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference shouldnotbe 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 , scanned and emailed to , or can be mailed/delivered in person to:ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference CoordinatorOffice of Personnel ServicesLandon State Office Building900 SW Jackson, Rm 401Topeka, KS 66612Equal 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.