MCH Systems & Engagement Lead

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. 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 . http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

• Who can apply:
  Anyone (External).
• 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.

September 20 th , 2026

September 20 th , 2026

• Hourly Pay Range: $24.30-$26.60/hr
• 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 (K0239697)

Program Management

Leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of statewide family systems and family engagement strategies aligned with the Kansas Title V State Action Plan and federal Maternal and Child Health priorities. Serves as the recognized subject matter expert on family systems and engagement, ensuring integration of family voice and lived experience into program design, policy development, and service delivery.

Provides strategic leadership and is accountable for advancing state and federal performance measures and outcomes related to family systems and engagement. Establishes statewide priorities, defines performance expectations, and directs implementation across local and state partners. Develops and oversees operational plans, funding strategies, and program structures that support system-level improvements.

Establishes standards, guidance, and best practices for local agencies and partners to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements and alignment with evidence-based and promising practices. Evaluates program performance through analysis of data, reports, and outcomes, and directs program and system modifications to improve effectiveness and impact.

Ensures statewide coordination of planning and implementation across programs and systems using a family-centered, systems-level approach. Work is reviewed by Title V Director for achievement of statewide outcomes, strategic alignment, and program impact.

Collaboration and Workforce Development:

Leads cross-sector collaboration to align family systems initiatives across…