Project Officer

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment is hiring a full-time Project Officer responsible for managing WRAPS watershed projects. Duties include project planning, implementation, and monitoring progress, while collaborating with watershed coordinators and stakeholders. The position offers benefits, flexible schedules, and a salary range of $25.68-$28.31. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S., as sponsorship is not provided.
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Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes: April 02, 2026

Required documents uploaded by: April 02, 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 .

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About The Position
• Who can apply: External (Open to Anyone)
• 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:
• Pay Range: ($25.68-$28.31)
• 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 (K0212242)

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Project Planning, Implementation, and Management: Manage the development and execution of WRAPS watershed projects. During the planning phase of WRAPS watershed projects foster a working relationship with and assist watershed coordinators with the development of project strategies, objectives, timelines and deliverables. During the implementation phase monitor progress on project implementation plan (PIP) strategies, deliverables, and adherence to project timelines on a quarterly basis. When project progress is found to be unsatisfactory, work with coordinators to implement corrective actions to ensure projects accomplish WRAPS project objectives. Coordinate with the WRAPS Grant Administrator to review proposed deviations from approved PIPs or to resolve known issues of compliance. Engage with watershed stakeholder leadership team (SLT) as necessary (at least once per year) to provide agency updates, present environmental data or results, and ask questions as necessary. Conduct spot field audits of BMPs to verify environmental results. Ensure data derived from assigned WRAPS watershed projects, i.e., best management practices (BMPs) and metadata (e.g. BMP type, location, cost share amount) are verified as accurate through appropriate quality assurance procedures.

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

Environmental Monitoring Coordinator: Oversee the development and implementation of routine and special project WRAPS monitoring project plans. This may include the development or review of Quality Assurance Management Plans (QAMPs) to ensure project data will be scientifically defensible as defined by KDHE division, bureau, and program QAMPs. Ensure data completeness and project compliance with QAMP standard operating procedures through field audits and the timely review of quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) sample data. Compare QC data to defined limits of acceptable data and Implement corrective actions as needed to ensure sample QC.

Environmental Data Coordinator: Ensure that WRAPS project implementation and environmental monitoring data generated by the WRAPS program are obtained, organized, and stored in a manner consistent with data best management practices. Enter WRAPS project water quality data into EPA’s WQX system. In collaboration with internal and external partners develop and/or implement data best management practices and review policies to ensure data quality. Collaborate with WRAPS staff to ensure shared drive data storage naming conventions and organizational schemes are easily navigable, and that data are readily retrievable.

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
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Four years’ experience in environmental, agricultural or natural sciences resources
• Six years’ experience environmental, agricultural or natural sciences resources
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
• Proofreading, editing, attention to detail
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills
• Experience in water pollution control
• Knowledge of the principles of natural science related to environmental control or natural resources
• Knowledge of the complex and interrelated principles of watershed management, water quality
• Knowledge of water pollution biology, chemistry, and bacteriology of water and wastewater, and the t
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local environmental
• Excellent/well developed oral and written communication abilities
• Ability to exercise considerable independent judgment and apply advanced analytical thought
• One year of experience in a field of environmental/agricultural sciences or natural sciences/resource
• Minimum Qualifications:
• Four years of environmental, agricultural or natural sciences/resources.

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. 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 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 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: Tracey N. Benson

Email: Tracey.N.Benson@ks.gov

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

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