Professional Environment Geologist Supervisor

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment is seeking a full-time Professional Environment Geologist Supervisor. The role involves managing and overseeing statewide Superfund and environmental programs, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance. Responsibilities include program development, public relations, policy formulation, project tracking, and budgeting. The position offers a salary range of $73,320 to $80,835.30 and includes comprehensive benefits. The job is based in Kansas and does not allow for remote work.
Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes:June 11, 2025

Required documents uploaded by:June 11, 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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About The Position
• Who can apply: KDHE (Agency Only)
• 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: $73,320.00-$80,835.30
• 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

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The position (K0231130)

Performs as a unit manager and supervisor to plan, coordinate and oversee the execution of the statewide Superfund, Natural Resource Damage Assessment & Restoration, and Spill Response Programs in the Superfund and Natural Resources Unit. Reviews and evaluates geologic and hydrogeologic descriptions, interpretations and proposals for completeness and technical accuracy for relatively complex sites. Oversees the preparation of technical projects, designs, plans, estimates, calculations, inspections, enforcement, budgets, and schedules. This includes but is not limited to, program development guidance, public relations, policy development, technical oversight, tracking of various program elements, dissemination of public information to the public, ranking of priorities, program updates, project tracking, staff assignments, and budgeting. Assists the Section Chief in administration of the programs. Develops and implements policies, rules, and regulations for compliance with environmental standards.Prepares budgets from several funding sources and reviews all expenditures of program funds.Drafts, maintains, and manages federal grant applications.Responsible for assuring consistency, QA/QC, fairness, and follows all agency/bureau/section guidelines and policies for all program elements. Responsible for setting and tracking deadlines for document review of sites to staff as defined by the Section Chief. (Program Supervision)

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

Direct supervision and coordination of staff in the Superfund and Natural Resources Unit as assigned by the Section Chief. This includes making work assignments, setting performance standards, conducting personnel evaluations, setting staff priorities, providing performance feedback to staff, rewarding staff performance appropriately, supporting career development, communicating effectively, stimulating productivity and providing a creative working environment.Follows all appropriate federal, state, and agency guidance, policies, regulations and statutes to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Section. (Personnel Supervision)

Prepares, reviews, and/or evaluates technical work plans, sampling programs, proposals and reports associated with contamination characterization and remedial actions at sites throughout Kansas for completeness, accuracy and technical adequacy. Provide technical expertise and guidance to subordinate employees (geologists, scientists, and technicians), the public, and other concerned persons regarding the techniques, technologies and activities of the Department regarding remediation and investigation at contaminated sites. Develops and/or reviews field sampling plans, quality assurance project plans for the assessment and investigation of environmentally contaminated sites. This instruction may be through formal training sessions or informally through correspondence or personal contact. Represent the Department at public hearings and other forums to present information regarding specific site activities. Develops and prepares background information for presentation and coordinates the information within legal agreements with responsible parties, KDHE attorneys, and responsible parties' attorneys for specific sites. (Internal and External Outreach and Support)

Qualifications
• Education:
• Bachelor's degree
• 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.
• Professional Geologist - Incumbent is required to maintain a professional geology license while in this position.
• Minimum Qualifications:
• Geology, Hydrogeology or other degree recognized by the Kansas State Board of Technical Professional
• Professional Geologist License with the State of Kansas, active and in good standings.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
• Proofreading, editing, attention to detail
• Knowledge of volatile organic compounds, metals and inorganic contamination
• Geology classes or experience
• Experience in collection and interpretation of air samples for laboratory analysis
• Experience in preparing and/or reviewing soil and groundwater assessment and remediation reports
• Experience in project management of environmental assessment and remediation projects
• Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:
• Within 6 months of hire, must pass a physical which certifies the individual can work in the necessary protective gear.

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Ariana Paige

Email: Ariana.Paige@ks.gov

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

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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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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.

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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.

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