Resumen del puesto:

The Broadband Grant Manager supports the Broadband Director in administering and developing the State of Kansas Broadband Grant Program. Oversees the grant lifecycle, including application reviews, contract management, fund disbursements, compliance monitoring, reporting, and contract closeout. Provides technical assistance to grant recipients, coordinates with internal divisions and external partners, identifies additional funding opportunities, and maintains accurate grant data and reporting. Supports program development and implementation efforts to expand broadband access and adoption throughout Kansas. 

Responsibilities:

• Supports the broadband director in developing the Broadband Grant Program.
• Reviews applications, manages contracting, reviews and approves requests for fund disbursement, closes out contracts, and fulfills any other duties necessary to administer grant funding.
• Provides technical assistance to grant recipients or their designees in an effort to ensure compliance with all state and federal policies and procedures.
• Supervisa las subvenciones y garantiza el cumplimiento de los requisitos contractuales de presentación de informes.
• Researches grant opportunities for the purpose of developing additional funding resources and securing funding to maintain and enhance the initiative’s services and/or programs.
• Serves to ensure data integrity in the recording of grant information in the department’s Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) system and other databases in the department.
• Analyzes data related to grant applications, awards, and projects, including tracking, designing and running reports, and providing data analysis, as requested.

Pay Range: $65,000.00 to $85,000.00 annually

* Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

Benefit Eligible

Resumen del puesto:

The Program Manager leads statewide initiatives that help Kansas small businesses start, grow, and compete. This position develops and manages business readiness, capacity-building, and training programs focused on government and corporate contracting, market expansion, certification programs, and access to capital. The Manager builds partnerships with businesses, entrepreneurship support organizations, financial institutions, and industry stakeholders to expand opportunities for Kansas businesses. The role also provides leadership support through outreach, stakeholder engagement, communications, customer assistance, and collaboration across agency programs to strengthen the state’s small business ecosystem.  

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement training and technical assistance programs focused on business readiness for government and corporate contracting and capacity building for larger contracts 
• Develop and lead initiatives that create government and corporate procurement opportunities for small businesses and create clear pathways for small businesses to secure contracts 
• Develop and implement training and technical assistance programs focused on business readiness for new markets and capacity building for market expansion or diversification
• Promote Kansas business certifications to Kansas businesses
• Participate in internal and external engagement opportunities with businesses, entrepreneurship support organizations, business community organizations, and key industry sectors, such as those involved in critical supply chains and those that are vital to the state economy
• Support internal and external communications related to office initiatives and programs
• Assist with management of grants
• Answer emails and phone calls from small businesses seeking assistance
• Expand funding and capital access opportunities for Kansas small businesses and entrepreneurs to support business startup, sustainability, and growth
• Develop and implement training programs for businesses seeking funding

Pay Range: $33.65 to $38.46 hourly

* Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

Benefit Eligible

Resumen del puesto:

Calling all students!

Ready to step into the heart of state government and make things happen?

If you’re looking for an internship that will help you learn more about how the Small Business Division helps businesses grow and thrive, this internship is for you! If you’re looking for an internship that will help you learn more about how the Small Business Division helps businesses grow and thrive, this internship is for you! The division supports and empowers small businesses and entrepreneurs across Kansas. The division supports and empowers small businesses and entrepreneurs across Kansas.

Support the Office of Small Business by conducting ecosystem research and resource mapping, coordinating events, engaging with stakeholders, tracking data, and analyzing impact. Assist with entrepreneurial community outreach and help develop resources to strengthen small business growth across Kansas.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in conducting ecosystem analysis to identify gaps in small business resources and areas where additional support is needed.
• Research entrepreneurial support organizations (ESOs), business development programs, funding opportunities, and workforce training initiatives across Kansas.
• Assist in planning and promoting E3-led events, such as pitch competitions, ESO networking meetups, lender roundtables and small business training workshops.
• Coordinate event logistics, including scheduling, venue setup, speaker coordination and participant engagement.
• Track and manage key performance indication (KPIs) related to E3’s initiatives, including program participation, capital access rates, and business engagement levels.
• Work with internal teams to ensure business support programs are effectively monitored and evaluated.
• Assist in creating outreach materials, resource guides and business development toolkits for entrepreneurs and ESOs.
• Help conduct community outreach efforts to ensure business owners across Kansas are aware of available funding, training and ecosystem support resources.

Pay Range: $15.03 por hora

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday (hours may vary)

Non-Benefit Eligible

Resumen del puesto:

This position will manage and coordinate the Mobile Workforce Center while providing workforce services that connect job seekers with employment opportunities. Ensure compliance with federal and state workforce program requirements, maintain accurate case records, support customers using workforce systems, and represent workforce services through community outreach, job fairs, and partner events. Review service delivery to improve program effectiveness and provide technical assistance to staff and customers.

Responsibilities:

• Reviews customer assessments, transferable skills, education, and work history to support structured employment planning consistent with federal and state program guidelines. 
• Ensure electronic case records in NEGOCIOSWORKS.com are accurate, complete, and compliant with documentation, data integrity, and performance reporting standards. 
• Identifies trends, service gaps, or inconsistencies in customer service delivery and recommends process improvements. 
• Provide technical assistance in the operation and delivery of workforce services, including supporting the scheduling, deployment, and use of a Mobile Workforce Center to meet program goals and community needs. 
• Assist in the development and implementation of operational procedures and service delivery practices, including maintaining records, reports, and documentation related to mobile operations and workforce services. 
• Provide basic technical support and coordination for equipment and operations, including identifying issues, coordinating maintenance, and ensuring operational readiness of mobile service delivery tools. 
• Reviews and analyzes services provided to Unemployment Insurance claimants identified a likely to exhaust benefits to ensure regulatory compliance. 
• Identifies service gaps and recommends adjustments to improve compliance and operational efficiency. 
• Prepares, reviews, and maintains electronic records in the statewide automated data system in accordance with established procedures and regulations. 
• Participate in training, meetings, and continuous improvement efforts, including applying quality practices to enhance service delivery and support program objectives. 
• Represents workforce services at job fairs, community events, and public forums to promote participation in workforce programs.

Pay Range: $21.87 hourly

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Benefit Eligible

Resumen del puesto:

The Outreach Worker provides outreach and case management services to connect farmworkers with employment, training, and supportive resources. This role identifies barriers to employment, educates individuals on their rights and responsibilities, and makes referrals to partner programs. Additional duties include building employer relationships, entering job orders in NEGOCIOSWORKS.com, matching job seekers with employers, assisting with employment-related complaints, conducting H-2A housing inspections, and supporting customers via KANSASWORKS.com Live Chat. This position is located at the Hays Workforce Center in Hays, Kansas. Frequent travel is required to conduct outreach services. 

Responsibilities:

• Conduct outreach and case management for farmworkers who are not being reached by the normal intake activities of the Workforce Center.
• Identify employment barriers/challenges and explain rights and responsibilities of farmeworkers.
• Assists customers with job searches, resume and cover letter preparation, completing applications for employment, holds mock interviews with customers, and educates customers on interviewing techniques.
• Screens customers to gather information then make referrals to appropriate partner services (e.g. National Farmworker Jobs Program, health care assistance, food assistance, education assistance, and job training).
• Identify services available through partner agencies and service-based organizations.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with employers.
• Develop and deliver presentations to agricultural employers and employer groups.
• Actúa como representante del sistema de reclamaciones para las reclamaciones iniciales de los clientes relacionadas con las leyes laborales y las infracciones de la mano de obra.
• Conduct Housing Inspections for the H-2A Foreign Labor Certification Program.
• Sirve como Asistente Digital en Live Chat en NEGOCIOSWORKS.com.

Pay Range: $21.87 hourly

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Benefit Eligible

Resumen del puesto:

This is technical work interviewing clients to obtain information needed to determine potential eligibility for training programs, job referrals and other program services.  The position is located at the Wyandotte County Workforce Center in Kansas City, KS.

Responsibilities:

• Proporcionar intervención temprana y gestión de casos a los demandantes seleccionados para el programa de Servicios de Reempleo y Evaluaciones de Elegibilidad (RESEA).
• RESEA se compone de solicitantes identificados por el sistema Worker Profiling and Reemployment Services (WPRS) del Departamento de Trabajo de Kansas (KDOL) como "susceptibles de agotar" las prestaciones del Seguro de Desempleo (UI).  
• Determinar la elegibilidad y la idoneidad para los programas asociados dentro del sistema de mano de obra, incluida la Ley de Innovación y Oportunidad de la Mano de Obra, el Proyecto de Oportunidad para Profesionales de la Salud de Kansas, la Subvención Estatal para Empleos para Veteranos y otros programas de subvenciones estatales y federales en el área local.
• Mantener una documentación exhaustiva que incluya notas detalladas del cliente e historial de servicio en el NEGOCIOSSistema de gestión de clientes WORKS.com
• Colaborar con el personal del Seguro de Desempleo del Departamento de Trabajo de Kansas para informar del progreso de los solicitantes que participan en los servicios de reempleo de intervención temprana.
• Impartir talleres sobre preparación para el empleo y aptitudes empresariales.
• Responsable de la crítica de currículos y cartas de presentación, simulacros de entrevistas y suministro de información sobre el mercado laboral.
• Remitir a los candidatos a oportunidades de empleo y servicios de apoyo, según proceda.

Pay Range: $21.87 hourly

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Benefit Eligible

Resumen del puesto:

This is technical work interviewing clients to obtain information needed to determine potential eligibility for training programs, job referrals and other program services.  The position is located at the Wichita Workforce Center in Sedgwick County, KS

Responsibilities:

• Proporcionar intervención temprana y gestión de casos a los demandantes seleccionados para el programa de Servicios de Reempleo y Evaluaciones de Elegibilidad (RESEA).
• RESEA se compone de solicitantes identificados por el sistema Worker Profiling and Reemployment Services (WPRS) del Departamento de Trabajo de Kansas (KDOL) como "susceptibles de agotar" las prestaciones del Seguro de Desempleo (UI).  
• Determinar la elegibilidad y la idoneidad para los programas asociados dentro del sistema de mano de obra, incluida la Ley de Innovación y Oportunidad de la Mano de Obra, el Proyecto de Oportunidad para Profesionales de la Salud de Kansas, la Subvención Estatal para Empleos para Veteranos y otros programas de subvenciones estatales y federales en el área local.
• Mantener una documentación exhaustiva que incluya notas detalladas del cliente e historial de servicio en el NEGOCIOSSistema de gestión de clientes WORKS.com
• Colaborar con el personal del Seguro de Desempleo del Departamento de Trabajo de Kansas para informar del progreso de los solicitantes que participan en los servicios de reempleo de intervención temprana.
• Impartir talleres sobre preparación para el empleo y aptitudes empresariales.
• Responsable de la crítica de currículos y cartas de presentación, simulacros de entrevistas y suministro de información sobre el mercado laboral.
• Remitir a los candidatos a oportunidades de empleo y servicios de apoyo, según proceda.

Pay Range: $21.87-$22.38 hourly

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Benefit Eligible

Resumen del puesto:

The Virtual Navigator will provide real-time assistance to job seekers and employers through the NEGOCIOSWORKS.com online chat platform, including account assistance, system navigation, workforce services, and referrals. When not assisting virtual customers, this position will provide in-person workforce services at the Hays Workforce Center, including job search assistance, resume review, career guidance, and employer support.

Responsibilities:

• Provide virtual customer assistance through the NEGOCIOSWORKS.com Virtual Engagement Center by responding to inquiries, troubleshooting technical issues, and assisting customers with online system functionality.
• Interpret agency policies, procedures, and operational practices while assisting customers with account access and navigation, referring complex issues to the appropriate staff when necessary.
• Utilize Virtual Engagement Center technology and established security procedures to verify customer identity, manage multiple customer interactions, and deliver timely, accurate customer service.
• Provide guidance to job seekers, employers, and training providers regarding NEGOCIOSWORKS.com services, workforce programs, and available employment and training resources.
• Assist customers with account maintenance, resume and job posting functions, and explain workforce program requirements, services, and available resources.
• Conduct initial customer screening to assess workforce service needs and facilitate referrals to internal programs, partner agencies, and community resources.
• Maintain current knowledge of workforce programs and partner services to ensure accurate guidance and effective referrals

Pay Range: $21.87 hourly

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Benefit Eligible

Resumen del puesto:

This is technical work interviewing clients to obtain information needed to determine potential eligibility for training programs, job referrals and other program services.  The position is located at the Topeka Workforce Center in Topeka, KS.  There is occasional local travel involved and may be overnight.

Responsibilities:

• Ayudar a los solicitantes de empleo en su búsqueda de empleo, proporcionándoles orientación sobre los servicios del Centro de mano de obra y asistencia con el currículum, NEGOCIOSInscripción en WORKS.com y asistencia en la búsqueda de empleo.
• Trabajar en ferias de empleo y remitir a los candidatos a oportunidades de empleo y servicios de apoyo, según proceda.
• Work with businesses requiring employment assistance in the surrounding areas.

Pay Range: $21.87 hourly

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Benefit Eligible

Resumen del puesto:

The Director of International Business Development serves as the executive leader for the State of Kansas’ international business development strategy, advancing foreign direct investment, export growth, and global economic competitiveness. Provides leadership and oversight of the International Division, develops strategic partnerships with global stakeholders, and advises executive leadership on international economic development initiatives. Represents the State in high-level international engagements, trade missions, and global industry events to attract investment, expand trade opportunities, and drive economic growth and job creation for Kansas.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as the executive leader responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the State of Kansas’ global business development strategy focused on foreign direct investment attraction, international trade expansion, export growth, and global economic competitiveness.
• Develops and maintains high-level relationships with foreign governments, multinational corporations, site selection consultants, economic development organizations, chambers of commerce, trade associations, and international partners to advance Kansas’ position in the global economy.
• Represents the State of Kansas with international delegations, foreign dignitaries, business executives, and strategic partners. Leads efforts to identify, cultivate, and convert international business opportunities into economic growth, capital investment, and job creation for Kansas.
• Directs the planning, strategy, and execution of international business development initiatives, including Governor and Lt. Governor-led and executive-level trade missions, foreign investment recruitment missions, global industry events, and targeted market engagement strategies.
• Oversees Kansas’ presence at internationally significant events including the Farnborough International Airshow, Paris Air Show, SelectUSA Investment Summit, and other priority industry platforms aligned with Kansas’ targeted sectors. Leads recruitment and engagement of Kansas companies participating in international trade opportunities and develops
• Serves as a senior advisor to the Secretary, Deputy Secretary, Governor’s Office, and Administration on matters related to international economic development, foreign direct investment, trade policy, global market trends, and geopolitical issues impacting Kansas businesses.

Pay Range: $115,000.00 to $118,484.36 annually

* Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

Benefit Eligible

Resumen del puesto:

The Attorney supports the Workforce Services Division by assisting with legal research, policy analysis, and review of agency documents for compliance with state and federal law, including WIOA. Working under the guidance of the Chief Attorney, this role helps ensure agency programs and operations align with legal and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Consultation, Legal Research and Advise for the Workforce Services Division, AJLA, CIAC, KAC and other divisions, receives oral or written questions from other employees of the agency or receives oral or written assignments from the Chief Attorney.
• Identifica las cuestiones jurídicas y/o políticas que se plantean en las preguntas o tareas.
• Searches for primary and/or secondary legal authority to answer the legal and/or policy issues which must be answered.
• Reads, analyzes and evaluates agency letters and interoffice memos, policy statements, personnel and program manuals and proposed administrative regulations on Workforce Services issues for compliance with current law, legal authority, legal reasoning and legal implications.
• Provides legal counsel to Commerce Workforce Services Division administrative officials and field personnel to assure that Commerce and its subdivisions perform their respective duties in accordance with the law and also to aid in the compliance with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other federal laws and regulations.
• Reads, analyzes and evaluates the legal and factual claims raised in letters, motions, discovery, memoranda, briefs, pleadings and appellate briefs delivered to the agency by opposing parties.
• Viaja, asiste y participa activamente en reuniones, deposiciones, audiencias y juicios.
• Representa a la agencia en audiencias administrativas y lleva casos en nombre de la agencia ante tribunales estatales y federales presentando pruebas, interrogando y contrainterrogando a testigos, exponiendo y explicando objeciones, y argumentando mociones, objeciones y otras cuestiones jurídicas.

Pay Range: $60,000.00 to $75,000.00 annually

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

Benefit Eligible

Resumen del puesto:

The Public Service Administrator plays a key role in supporting the Department of Commerce Legal Division by coordinating complex contracts, grants, loan agreements, legal documents, meetings, hearings, and other critical legal processes. This position supervises support staff, manages workflow and administrative procedures, serves as the primary agency contact for Legislative Post Audit (LPA), and works closely with attorneys, vendors, contractors, and state agencies to keep legal matters organized and on track. If you’re a highly organized professional with strong legal knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex priorities, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact behind the scenes.

Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements internal administrative procedures for the process of drafting complex negotiated contracts, grants, loan agreements and other related items carried out by the Legal Division.
• Monitors and communicates with the other parties regarding the status of subsequent drafts and revisions until agreement is reached and the contracts are finalized.
• Directs scheduling and coordinates meetings, hearings and depositions for Chief Attorney and other attorneys as required; ensures that related documents are prepared or available as needed.
• Provides full range, direct supervision to subordinate staff.
• Establece las expectativas de rendimiento y los resultados prioritarios, evalúa el rendimiento, proporciona asesoramiento y orientación a los empleados y asigna el trabajo.
• Transcribes or may author complex contracts, legal documents (including pleadings, briefs, proposed legislation and regulations), reports, memoranda and correspondence for the Chief Attorney.
• Proofreads and edits all material for accuracy and content.
• Serves as the primary agency contact with Division of Legislative Post Audit (LPA). Attends meetings, corresponds with LPA and locates documents to provide LPA to respond to audit requests. Organizes, analyzes and ensures accuracy over LPA information requests to meet deadlines.
• Communicates with vendors, contractors, staff from the Department of Commerce, other state agencies, or other governmental units to obtain or provide needed information and to facilitate meetings, processing of contracts, or other matters on behalf of the Chief Attorney.

Pay Range: $28.59 to $34.70 hourly

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

Benefit Eligible

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. You DEBE apply at https://jobs.sok.ks.gov and submit the required documentation.

Más información sobre la solicitud de preferencia de contratación por discapacidad

TENGA EN CUENTA: The documentation verifying a person’s eligibility for use of this preference should no Estos documentos no deben enviarse junto con otros materiales de solicitud a la agencia de contratación, sino que deben enviarse directamente a OPS. Estos documentos deben ser enviados por fax al (785)296-7712, escaneados y enviados por correo electrónico a [email protected]o puede enviarse por correo o entregarse en persona en:

ATTN: Coordinador de Preferencia de Contratación por Discapacidad
Oficina de Servicios de Personal
Edificio Landon State Office
900 SW Jackson, sala 401
Topeka, KS 66612

If you are claiming Veterans’ Preference for the first time please mail a copy of your DD214 – copy of discharge or documentation in form of a letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to verify service-connected disability, copy of a marriage license to verify relationship as a spouse to a service member, a letter or notice from the Federal Government showing that their spouse died while serving in the armed forces, or other relevant documentation that would help qualify an individual for Veterans’ Preference in accordance with the eligibility criteria set forth in K.S.A. 73-201. Please mail discharge or documentation to the Kansas Department of Administration, Office of Personnel Services, 900 S.W. Jackson, Rm 401-N, Topeka, Kansas 66612 or Fax to (785) 296-2598. You DEBE apply at https://jobs.sok.ks.gov and submit the required documentation.