Environmental Grant Administrator

Environmental Grant Administrator Job

ID220901

Location Shawnee County Full/Part TimeFull-Time AgencyDept of Health & Environment Job Posting Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Job Posting closes: May 20, 2026 Required documents uploaded by: May 20, 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. http://www.kdhe.ks.gov/ 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:

($25.05-$26.98) • 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:

The position (K0237075)

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Assists Drinking Water Protection Coordinator and Local Environmental Protection Program Coordinator with grant management: entering grants into the Kansas Grant Management System, approving financial and progress reports, and other duties relating to grant management as needed. The Environmental Grant Administrator will be responsible for maintaining Federal and State policies and procedures within the Programs Section of the Watershed Management group. The incumbent will create applications for LEPP and DWPP grants and will assist with the RFP process. The Administrator may occasionally attend local leadership team meetings in place of DWPP Coordinator or LEPP Coordinator. They will work closely with Watershed Management Section to assist with any WRAPS programs that need grant management. The Specialist will be responsible for maintaining proper records. The Administrator will be expected to maintain records to the data coordinator's standards and assist the data coordinator with any projects. The incumbent will also be involved in the 401/404 water quality certification process and will be responsible for those records. Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: The Environmental Grant Administrator will participate in/gather data for sanitary surveys, nitrate assessments, and BMP verification (as needed). They will be asked to assist in creating 9-element plans, Project Implementation Plans, and other plans as needed. The Administrator will work closely with Watershed Management Section to assist with any WRAPS programs that need data collection. 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

Minimum Qualifications:

Four years' experience in environmental science with an emphasis on biology, chemistry, geology or related natural science. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access Proofreading, editing, attention to detail Public speaking ability to diverse lay and technical audiences as demonstrated by examples

Preferred Qualifications:

Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Sanitarian Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local laws and regulations Knowledge/ability to prepare effective reports/publications to a diverse clientele as demonstrated Knowledge of the complex and interrelated principles of watershed management and water quality Knowledge of water pollution biology, chemistry, and bacteriology of water and wastewater Knowledge of environmental management systems Knowledge of county/state regulations applied to onsite waste systems and private water wells Knowledge of the chemical, biological and physical characteristics of sewage treatment. Ability to coordinate the work of county sanitarians and environmental specialist team activities. Knowledge of state/federal laws/regulations relating to the Local Environmental Protection Program Ability to exercise judgment & discretion in applying/interpreting departmental policies/procedures Knowledge of the principles of effective administration Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates

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