Specialist - Water

Agency Information: Kansas Department of Agriculture The Kansas Department of Agriculture is devoted to the total support of agriculture in Kansas. The department works for the entire Kansas agriculture sector including farmers, ranchers, food establishments and agribusinesses. The agency has a balanced approach to providing an environment that enhances and encourages economic growth of the agriculture industry and Kansas economy while promoting and advocating for the agriculture industry, the state's largest industry, employer, and economic contributor. KDA helps to ensure a safe food supply, protects natural resources, promotes public health and safety, protects animal health, and provides consumer protection to the best of our ability.
Kansas Department of Agriculture: 1320 Research Park Drive, Manhattan, KS 66502
About the Position: Who can apply: Anyone Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified Full/Part-time: Full-Time Work Schedule: Days Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes Veteran Preference Eligible: Yes Compensation: Annual Salary Range: $48,000 to $52,121 per year Hourly Pay Range: $23.08 to $25.06 per hour Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. Employment Benefits: 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: This position will remain posted until filled. Location: Topeka field office located in Shawnee County, Kansas. The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) specialist works as part of a team to conduct work activities to complete the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP - SSSE) grant requirements. Work includes offering floodplain management and flood insurance assistance to community personnel and the general public. Developing and applying technical knowledge to problems encountered by communities and the public attempting to comply with NFIP requirements relating to rules and regulations for floodplain development projects and aid the public in obtaining and understanding available flood hazard information.
Community and Public Assistance: This position offers floodplain management and National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) assistance to community personnel and the general public. Develops and applies technical knowledge to problems encountered by communities and the public attempting to comply with the NFIP requirements and complying with the rules and regulations for flood plain development. This position is also responsible for conducting training classes for community officials and the general public regarding the NFIP and floodplain development. Work is reviewed by team leader/supervisor or the program manager.
Community Assistance Visits: The incumbent conducts statewide activities regarding visits to communities across Kansas for the purpose of assessing the local flood plain management programs and evaluating the communities' effectiveness in administering and enforcing its flood plain management regulations. Conducts on-site visits or telephone contacts as appropriate with community officials and submits written reports of each visit or contact to the supervisor. Provides follow-up visits and assistance to a community when program deficiencies or problems have been found on the initial visit. Reviews local ordinances and works with local communities and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to resolve identified deficiencies. Work is reviewed by team leader/supervisor or the program manager.
Community Assistance Program – State Support Services Element Grant: Assists the team leader in tracking the FEMA Community Assistance Program – State Support Services Element (CAP-SSSE) grant and writing required reports. Submits the reports to the team leader for review. This position is also responsible for meeting all grant requirements on a timely basis. Participates in the negotiation of the scope of work annually and ensures that the scope of work requirements is met each year.
Document management: Assists with scanning and file management of NFIP correspondence and associated documents into the Water Resources document management system.
Other Tasks as Assigned: Perform other tasks as directed by the supervisor, floodplain mapping coordinator, water structures program manager, Chief Engineer or other division program managers.
This position has the opportunity to telework per guidelines of the Telework Policy of the Kansas Department of Agriculture KDA after one year of service. Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in environmental science with an emphasis on hydrology, geology, geography or a related natural science. Must be able to travel in-state and out of state, including overnight travel. Must be able to demonstrate progressive work experience in GIS applications, including GIS map creation and geodatabase design and management. Ability to extract, analyze, and utilize complex technical information from a variety of sources is required. Field work required as part of the position responsibilities. Field work may result in exposure to loud noises, moving parts, and various climatic conditions. Employee must have a valid Class C (or higher) Kansas driver's license or equivalent license from another state. Employee is responsible to maintain an acceptable driving record to safely drive state vehicle and be willing and able to fulfill all job-related travel normally associated with this position. Preferred Qualifications (Not Required): Knowledge of ArcGIS software and products in water resource and environmental applications is preferred. Good written and verbal communication skills are strongly preferred. Management and development of ArcSDE server applications are strongly preferred. Experience with GIS software and emergency response is strongly preferred. Recruiter Contact Information: Name : Alyssa Satterthwaite Email : Phone : Fax : Mailing Address : 1320 Research Park Drive, Manhattan, KS 66502 Required Documents for this Application to be Complete: On the My Job Applications page , verify these documents are present and valid. Upload or delete and replace if needed. DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference) Inside your Job Application , upload these documents: Resume (or choose existing resume if you have one) Cover Letter Job Application Process Sign in to your existing account or Register for a new account. Review and complete your contact information on the My Contact Information page. Upload documents listed in the Required Documents section of this job posting to the appropriate location. Complete and submit your application. Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter. Email - the email listed on the Careers> My Contact Information page. Notifications - view the Careers> My Job Notifications page. See the helpful links below to assist in completing your application: Instructions: Job Search Registration & User Account Application Frequently Asked Questions 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.
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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.
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