A&R Section Chief

November 04, 2026

November 04, 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 .

• Who can apply:
  Internal (Statewide)
• 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.

• Pay Range: $2,648.80-$2,919.20 Biweekly
• 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 Kansas Department of Health & Environment (KDHE) is seeking an Environmental Professional for the Assessment and Restoration Section Chief position in the Bureau of Environmental Remediation's Topeka, KS office. This position oversees the Superfund, Natural Resource Damage Assessment & Restoration, Dry Cleaning, Spill Response, Site Assessment, Orphan Sites, and Right-to-Know Programs. The position assists the Bureau Director on daily operations, internal planning, policy development, procedural recommendations, and providing expertise and guidance to subordinate unit managers, project managers, the public, and other government and private entities.

Applicants should include information regarding their education and professional licenses and certifications held. Please also provide information regarding relevant experience in environmental contamination assessment and remediation, environmental project and program management, budget and grant management, personnel supervision, contractor oversight, and communications with site owners, consultants, State and Federal agencies, government officials, and the public.

Assists the Bureau Director on daily operations, which include internal planning and policy development of assigned programs; makes policy and procedural recommendations to the Bureau Director, Deputy Division Director, and Division Director. Interfaces with other programs and sections within the bureau to ensure that program goals are being met and program guidelines are being followed. Provides interpretation to professional and field staff of federal and state statutes, regulations and administrative policies and procedures consistent with program objectives.

Develop and prepare information, proposed rules and regulations, and other policy and technical information for presentation through the department for consideration by the legislature regarding program activities as directed by the Bureau Director.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides technical expertise and guidance to subordinate unit managers and project managers, the public, and other people concerned regarding the techniques, technologies, and activities of the Department regarding remediation and…