at Dept of Commerce in Topeka, Kansas, United States
Job Description
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Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
The Department of Commerce participates in the E-Verify program.
Agency Information:
As the states lead economic development agency, the Kansas Department of Commerce strives to empower individuals, businesses and communities to achieve prosperity in Kansas. Commerce accomplishes its mission by developing relationships with corporations, site location consultants and stakeholders in Kansas, the nation and world. Our strong partnerships allow us to help create an environment for existing Kansas businesses to grow and foster an innovative, competitive landscape for new businesses. Through Commerces project successes, Kansas was awarded Area Development Magazines prestigious Gold Shovel award in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024, and was awarded the 2021 and 2022 Governors Cup by Site Selection Magazine.
The Kansas Department of Commerce administers the KANSASWORKS workforce system, which links businesses, job seekers, educational institutions and training providers to ensure the states workforce is equipped to meet industry needs.
Learn more at kansascommerce.gov.
About the Position
Who can apply: Open to all
Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans’ Preference Eligible: Yes
Location: Northeast Kansas
Job Posting closes: September 24, 2026
Compensation: $55,000.00 to $60,000.00 annually
* 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:
This Program Consultant position provides case management and employment services to justice-involved participants in Northeast Kansas. Coordinates individualized employment plans and Integrated Resource Teams (IRTs) with community partners to address barriers to employment. Connects participants with workforce programs, supportive services, training, and community resources to promote employment, job retention, and self-sufficiency. Develops and maintains partnerships with local service providers and coordinates services to ensure effective participant support.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Provide intensive case management and follow-up services to justice-involved program participants who are in the State.
Form an Integrated Resource Team (IRT), a collaboration between the community service providers and Employment Specialists and other individuals involved in the participants employment plan.
Connect participants with individualized services and community resources to overcome work and life issues that interfere with holding and keeping jobs.
Provide workforce services to program participants in coordination with partner staff, to reduce duplication of services.
Provide access to and oversight of online Workplace Readiness curriculum, supportive services, and Digital and Financial Literacy training
Understand and access available Commerce programs such as Registered Apprenticeship, Labor Exchange Services, Ticket to Work Program, and other appropriate offerings
Understand and utilize local labor market information to identify high demand/high wage occupations. Engage in local job development and employer outreach to create On-the-Job Training (OJT) opportunities and/or direct placement with local employers.
Partner with additional local organizations to reduce barriers specific to each participant.
Minimum Qualifications:
Three years of experience in case management or correctional facility programming/service delivery
Ability to travel regularly throughout the state and occasionally out of state.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Post-Secondary education in Social Work, Psychology, or Criminal Justice, or related field from an accredited college or university preferred.
- Previous experience in workforce services preferred.
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:
Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue’s (KDOR) website at www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/Default.aspx .
If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at (785) 296-3199 or by email at kdor_specialprojects@ks.gov
Recruiter Contact Information
Name: Angie Krahe
Email: angie.krahe@ks.gov
Mailing Address: 915 SW Harrison Street, Topeka, KS 66612
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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete.
Upload these on the Careers – My Job Applications page
DD214 (if you are claiming Veterans Preference)
Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Portfolio/work samples
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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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How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference
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.
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 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.
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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