Administrative Support Unit Chief

November 16, 2026

November 16, 2026

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, Kan Care). 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 sponsor ships for this position.

If you are an OPT or STEM OPT applicant, please note that all individuals must maintain valid employment authorization and an unexpired EAD.

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 . For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please .

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• 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.

• $22.38 to $24.72
• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

• 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…

The Bureau of Waste Management is seeking a team player with strong administrative and interpersonal skills to serve as our Administrative Support Unit Chief. This is a supervisory position. The Unit Chief oversees routine, daily office administrative activities for the Bureau and performs a variety of support functions that require an understanding of policies, planning, and coordination. The successful candidate will possess strong organizational skills, have excellent attention to detail, and be able to communicate effectively with bureau staff.

Serve as the Chief of the Administrative Support Unit for the Bureau of Waste Management and supervise Unit staff. Make work assignments and direct the daily flow of routine administrative support functions such as mail service; phone coverage; document management; maintaining office supplies; scheduling equipment maintenance and repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; maintaining staff directories; monitoring the bureau's web email; and other routine support functions.

Ensure Unit staff are offered adequate training and resources to perform their duties effectively and efficiently. Complete the Performance Management Process for Unit staff including performance feedback sessions, annual evaluations, planning discussions, and disciplinary actions. Identify, plan and implement Quality Improvement projects to enhance Unit operations. May hire and supervise additional temporary staff as needed.

Serve as the Bureau's records officer…