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: Statewide (Employee must reside in Kansas and may office from any approved Kansas location.)
Job Posting closes: October 8, 2026
Compensation: $60,000.00 to $68,000.00 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
Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information
Position Summary & Responsibilities
Position Summary:
This position provides management, oversight, and supervision of the RESTART 25+ program, ensuring grant compliance, program performance, and effective statewide service delivery. Coordinates with workforce partners, correctional institutions, and state and federal agencies; supervises program staff; and oversees contracts, projects, and service delivery activities.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Implements grant requirements as appropriate; collaborates with appropriate staff and partners to prepare
grant reports; writes grant updates in response to requirements.- Coordinates and facilitates local service
delivery activities with immediate staff members, One-Stop partners, other agency program staff,
governmental agencies and institutions to facilitate the development of service delivery strategies and
training opportunities. - Provides supervision, oversight and guidance to program staff. Meets regularly to assess needs and to
provide support, feedback, and training. Provides ongoing coaching to encourage continuous quality
improvement. Responsible for approval of time and leave for program staff. Conducts regular
performance reviews as directed by the agency. - Assures all assigned programs are compliant, operational, and meet program objectives and performance
measures. - Assures workforce accountability reporting for selected activities serving as a liaison between
the department, KANSASWORKS State Board, US Dept of Labor (USDOL), correctional institutions or
agencies, and any other state or federal department.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Three years of experience implementing, managing and monitoring activities relevant to state or federal grant
programs. - Two years of experience supervising professional staff.
- Ability to travel regularly throughout the state and occasionally out of state.
- Must not have a felony conviction.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Post-secondary education in Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Business or related field
- Previous experience in workforce services and/or Corrections preferred.
- Training and consultation experience is preferred.
- Grant/program management experience is 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.
Learn more about claiming Veterans Preference
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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