What are the responsibilities and job description for the Women/Maternal Health Consultant position at Kansas Department of Health and Environment?
Job Posting
Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting closes:March 31, 2025
Required documents uploaded by:March 31, 2025
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, KanCare). 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.
About The Position
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
Compensation:
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…
Position Summary & Responsibilities
Position Summary:
The position (K0240756)
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has a Women/Maternal Health Consultant opening in Topeka. This position is with the Bureau of Family Health and will have a hybrid work schedule. The incumbent in this role will provide leadership for Kansas Maternal and Child Health (MCH) programs to assure a high level of quality health services are available, accessible, and maintained for women of reproductive age (18-44 years), pregnant women, and postpartum women (through the first full year following delivery), keeping the family and community contexts in mind.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Plans, organizes, guides, and directs initiatives related to comprehensive service delivery models and diverse state and community activities. Provides training, consultation, technical assistance, resources, and/or tools to local agencies/grantees, internal program and Bureau staff (especially Reproductive Health and Family Planning), other KDHE divisions and/or bureaus, agencies and public organizations regarding the Women and Maternal MCH populations. Establishes and evaluates goals and objectives related to the MCH State Action Plan, and monitors progress of state and local initiatives in meeting program objectives by reviewing program reports and applications and analyzing client, program, and state-level data. Assures statewide coordination of planning and implementation for women/maternal health evidence-based interventions. Develops and strengthens partnerships with public and private agencies and advocacy groups with focused interested in women's health issues. Collaborates within and across sectors to support interagency information, referrals, agreements and programs. Develops media releases and other opportunities to education and increase awareness of the women/maternal population, partners/providers, policymakers, and the public.
Serves as the Project Director for the HHS Office of Women’s Health Partnership Programs to Reduce Maternal Deaths due to Violence grant, which includes: serving as the federal point of contact; participating in any required HHS grantee meetings; managing grant contracts and budget oversight; working closely with grant partners to coordinate all grant activities including federal grant reports; and, assisting in the training, development, updating, and/or promoting relevant resources to community organizations/programs and other key stakeholders.
Qualifications
Name: Ashley Webb
Email: Ashley.Webb@ks.gov
Mailing Address:1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612
Job Application Process
Required Documents For This Application To Be Complete
Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page
Transcripts
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application
How To Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference
How To Claim Disability Hiring Preference
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.
Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference
PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:
ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Rm 401
Topeka, KS 66612
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting closes:March 31, 2025
Required documents uploaded by:March 31, 2025
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, KanCare). 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.
About The Position
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
Compensation:
- Hourly Pay Range:$25.68 - $28.31
- 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…
Position Summary & Responsibilities
Position Summary:
The position (K0240756)
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has a Women/Maternal Health Consultant opening in Topeka. This position is with the Bureau of Family Health and will have a hybrid work schedule. The incumbent in this role will provide leadership for Kansas Maternal and Child Health (MCH) programs to assure a high level of quality health services are available, accessible, and maintained for women of reproductive age (18-44 years), pregnant women, and postpartum women (through the first full year following delivery), keeping the family and community contexts in mind.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Plans, organizes, guides, and directs initiatives related to comprehensive service delivery models and diverse state and community activities. Provides training, consultation, technical assistance, resources, and/or tools to local agencies/grantees, internal program and Bureau staff (especially Reproductive Health and Family Planning), other KDHE divisions and/or bureaus, agencies and public organizations regarding the Women and Maternal MCH populations. Establishes and evaluates goals and objectives related to the MCH State Action Plan, and monitors progress of state and local initiatives in meeting program objectives by reviewing program reports and applications and analyzing client, program, and state-level data. Assures statewide coordination of planning and implementation for women/maternal health evidence-based interventions. Develops and strengthens partnerships with public and private agencies and advocacy groups with focused interested in women's health issues. Collaborates within and across sectors to support interagency information, referrals, agreements and programs. Develops media releases and other opportunities to education and increase awareness of the women/maternal population, partners/providers, policymakers, and the public.
Serves as the Project Director for the HHS Office of Women’s Health Partnership Programs to Reduce Maternal Deaths due to Violence grant, which includes: serving as the federal point of contact; participating in any required HHS grantee meetings; managing grant contracts and budget oversight; working closely with grant partners to coordinate all grant activities including federal grant reports; and, assisting in the training, development, updating, and/or promoting relevant resources to community organizations/programs and other key stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Education:
- High School, GED
- Licensing & Certification:
- Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.
- Minimum Qualifications:
- Two years of experience in planning, organizing and directing the work of a department, program or agency. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in family studies, education, social work, nursing, or related field.
- Master’s degree in family studies, education, social work, nursing, or related field.
- One year of experience working in a public health program with an emphasis on women/maternal health.
- Experience with administering and monitoring federal grants, contracts, and agreements.
- Experience working with diverse populations and organizations.
- Experience applying collective impact and quality improvement frameworks.
- Experience developing and delivering training and facilitating meetings.
- Experience with women's health programs and services.
- Experience with gathering, reviewing and tracking contracts and fiscal information.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to plan, organize, and perform a variety of functions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.
- Proofreading, editing, attention to detail.
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
Name: Ashley Webb
Email: Ashley.Webb@ks.gov
Mailing Address:1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612
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Required Documents For This Application To Be Complete
Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page
Transcripts
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application
- Resume
- Cover Letter
How To Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference
How To Claim Disability Hiring Preference
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.
Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference
PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:
ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Rm 401
Topeka, KS 66612
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
Salary : $26 - $28
