Data Modernization Director

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment is seeking a Data Modernization Director to lead its Data Modernization team. This full-time position involves managing data processes, developing systems and procedures, and assessing information technologies to improve public health data management. The role requires experience in project management and is part of a comprehensive benefits package. The job is located in Kansas and does not offer remote work options.
Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes:June 22, 2025

Required documents uploaded by:June 22, 2025

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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http://www.kdhe.ks.gov/

About The Position
• Who can apply: Anyone (External). KDHE (Agency Only), Internal (State Agencies)
• 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: $80,000-$95,000
• 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…

KDHE is looking for a vibrant, experienced Project Manager to lead our Data Modernization team in Systems and Organizational Improvements. This position is funded by our Public Health Infrastructure grant and is integral in aligning our Systems and Data Management systems for the State of Kansas in Public Health (and Local Health Departments) Environment and Medicaid. Please review the details of the position below and apply today!

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The position (K0245810) Systems and Organizational Improvement/Project Management for all of KDHE
• Manage plans, operations, and improvements related to data processes across KDHE and with external agencies and local health departments as necessary.
• Develop, implement, and monitor systems, procedures, and training materials to assemble and structure the electronic data.
• Assess information technologies and strategies for their potential benefit to the agency and make recommendations regarding implementation
• Recommend changes to scope, goals, and plans in response to unforeseen changes or unexpected results.
• Develop and oversee data management and use agreements, along with IT as necessary.
• Coordinate with Public Health Agency information technology office to support on requirements definition, solution identification, acquisition, change management and implementation

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Informatics Capacity Building across the whole agency
• Coordinate informatics capacity among research analysts, operations analysts, informaticians, and epidemiologists to build expertise in the development, maintenance, and management of health information and data systems.
• Document, analyze, evaluate, and share findings on existing system processes with program staff.
• Assess data science capacity across the workforce at the Agency. Identify areas of data science strengths and opportunities for growth needed to develop an effective informatics function and workforce
• Recommend operating policies to integrate processes and to enhance interoperability between data systems, as dictated by resources required, available funds, and cost-benefit considerations.
• Provide troubleshooting and technical support skills to colleagues and consult with public health leadership groups as necessary.
• Advise policy makers regarding optimal design and evaluation of systems to meet requirements for “meaningful use” of health information.

Qualifications
• Education:
• 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:
• Five years working with data modernization and informatics strategies required.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
• Proofreading, editing, attention to detail
• Strategic Planning: Theories and principles of organizational systems and methods of application to public health agency operations
• Demonstrated leadership competencies in the following areas:
• o Self-awareness, self-management and continual growth and learning.
• o Decision making – ability to identify issues, develop analyses of alternative positions and impacts; makes data driven, defensible recommendations; takes calculated risks based on logical rational decision-making processes; makes timely/responsive decisions; assumes responsibility for decisions made; and involves others appropriately in decision making processes.
• o Utilize quality improvement tools and processes in accomplishing work activities and in support of the agency’s mission and goals; this includes seeking opportunities to participate in process improvement activities and seeking out efficiencies in how work is accomplished.
• o Interpersonal awareness and the ability to be inclusive.
• o Organizational and political awareness.
• o Ability to integrate performance leadership into strategic development, provide coaching and mentoring for improved success, and display characteristics of interpersonal influence.
• o Ability to inspire
• o Ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences
• o Ethics and integrity.
• Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:
• Understanding and practice of system management, including monitoring systems and taking actions to improve or correct performance to optimize agency effectiveness and readiness
• Proficiency in the organizational systems and their application to public health agencies, including cost estimating and time/resource allocation
• Knowledge of or proficiency in software applications and OS platforms, including analytic and programmatic applications, Windows Desktop Server, Sybase mapping and messaging applications, file transfer protocol, and VPN
• Experience with public health data formatting, coding standards, optimizing data integration, data governance, interoperability, and visualization.
• Previous experience with database languages such as SQL and visualization tools such as Microsoft Power BI and Tableau is preferred but not required.

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Hope Stover

Email: Hope.Stover@ks.gov

Mailing Address:1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612

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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.

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