State MCH Director

Job Posting closes:
September 2 nd , 2026

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September 2 nd , 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, 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.

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• Who can apply:
  State of Kansas Only (Internal)
• 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.

• Annual Pay Range: $82,000 - $87,000
• 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 position (K0224562)

Provide strategic leadership for the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) program, ensuring alignment with federal Title V priorities and state health goals. Oversee the development and implementation of the Title V needs assessment, state action plan, and annual reporting. Manage program budgets, ensuring efficient allocation and compliance with federal and state funding requirements. Approve expenditures for investments and budget recommendations not originally allocated with guidance from the Bureau Director.

Supervise and mentor MCH staff, including direct supervision and coaching for the Title V Special Health Care Needs Director, Family Systems Consultant and Maternal Health Innovation program manager, fostering professional growth and ensuring program objectives are met. Engage directly with Section and Unit Directors to ensure alignment, coordination, and collaboration among staff, programs, and leadership. Ensure a collaborative and inclusive leadership approach that supports cross-team communication and synergy across all program areas.

Oversee the orientation, onboarding, and ongoing workforce development for core Title V staff, including MCH Epidemiologists and family leaders. Develop and sustain a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation plan to support data-driven decision-making and the use of evidence-based practices. This plan will guide the measurement framework for the Block Grant.

Monitor the development of evidence-based programs and initiatives to improve maternal and child health outcomes. Identify and support implementation of innovative strategies to address emerging public health issues affecting MCH populations. Monitor program performance and use data to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.

Build and maintain strong partnerships with local, state, and federal stakeholders, including health departments,…