Program Administrator (PSE III)

Job Posting Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Job Posting closes: March 2, 2026 Required documents (as listed in Qualifications and Required Documents sections) must be uploaded by close date.

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Agency Information Kansas Department for Children and Families Child Support Services Administration / Overland Park About the Position Who can apply: External (Anyone) Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time Regular/Temporary: Regular Work Schedule: Monday-Friday Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes Compensation: $71,593.60 annually.

Salary may be dependent upon the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Employment Benefits In addition to the starting salary, the State of Kansas offers a significant benefits package that is available the first day of employment.

All benefits eligible, full-time employees may elect to enroll in: * Health Insurance including medical, dental, vision (plus optional partner/dependent coverage at reduced cost) * Creation of and contribution to your personal KPERS defined Retirement benefit * 9-10 paid, annual holidays * 12 paid, annual vacation days * 12 paid, annual sick days * 1 paid Discretionary Day * Your personal life insurance policy equal to 150% of your starting salary * This benefits package represents additional annual compensation.

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information.

Position Summary & Responsibilities The Kansas Department for Children and Families is hiring innovators and leaders.

If you believe people have the capacity to progress, succeed, grow, and do well in life, you can discover your purpose here!

Find more than just a job with DCF.

You can be part of the growth and opportunity for our team to help serve the individuals and families in your community.

Thrive With Us and find your career and purpose!

This employee will be expected to be familiar with CSS program and have management knowledge and coaching principles.

Work assignments may be received in the form of written or verbal communication or may be assigned based on innovation of ideas by the employee.

The employee may also be asked to assist with other program or sub program teams' work assignments.

This is diverse or complex managerial work exercising authority and control over the resources necessary to operate and maintain multiple activities.

Work involves establishing and/or approving operating procedures, objectives and goals within agency or regulatory guidelines; formulating policies and interpreting and directing the application of policies and guidelines; using management systems and tools to determine, assign and oversee the quality of work; and coordinating or managing the resources necessary for operations through contractors, vendors, providers, or lower level managers and staff.

View the full position description: Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: *If a driver's license is required, a copy must be uploaded with your application.* * Three years of experience in planning, organizing and directing the work of a department, program or agency.

Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

* Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications: Child support experience or state agency experience at a management level preferred.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Security Clearance: A background check (KBI - criminal background, welfare fraud, driver's license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) as a condition of employment, which may include fingerprinting and FBI check.

Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF.

Must maintain security clearance throughout employment.

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.

A 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 you 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 a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas.

The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at . Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions Recruiter Contact Information Email: Please reference Job ID 219820 Job Application Process First Sign in or register as a New User.

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Email - sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page Notifications - view the Careers> My Job Notifications page Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: "How to Apply for a Job - Instructions" and "How to Search for a Job - Instructions" Required Documents* for this Application to be Complete Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page * State of Kansas online application * Resume * Cover letter * Legible copy of valid driver's license (if driver's license is required) * Transcripts (if educational requirements are listed for this position) If degree is a requirement listed, transcript must show proof of graduation or degree obtained.

* DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference) * Required documents must be uploaded by close date.

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: "How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents". 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 determined by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran's 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, scanned and emailed to, 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.

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.

E-Verify: DCF participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.