Community Health Specialist

Job Posting Job Posting closes: August 3rd, 2026 Required documents uploaded by: August 3rd, 2026 Applicants from prior postings are still being considered and need not reapply Are you passionate about supporting the health and wellness of SE Kansas communities? Do you have the skills to assist local grantees and coalitions to create tobacco-free environments, promote tobacco prevention and treatment, and expand healthy food access and active living? This position requires a minimum of 2 days/week in the KDHE Frontenac office, 4033 N Parkview Drive, Frontenac, KS 66763.(CRAWFORD COUNTY) 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. 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 sponsorships for this position. 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 click here . For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here . 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 Sponsorship: KDHE does not provide sponsorship for this position. Compensation Hourly Pay Range: $22.16-$26.29 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 Position Summary: The position (K0247604) Serves as the point-of-contact and provides technical assistance to local organizations within assigned region that are receiving KDHE grants, such as Chronic Disease Risk Reduction (CDRR). Conducts bimonthly progress meetings, site visits, and provides grantees with resources and pertinent information to support community initiatives. Ensures grantee accountability, quality progress reporting and alignment of approved work plans. Participates in CDRR application process, technical reviews, and supports Community Health Promotion program goals. Assists communities with identifying and leveraging resources to advance community health promotion work, build capacity and encourage the development of local coalitions for the prevention of chronic disease. Works with supervisor and state-level chronic disease prevention staff to identify state resources (organizations, universities, funding, etc.) that are available to assist the local coalitions. Assists with promotion of programs in assigned region. Serves as the lead on special topics as needed and assigned by supervisor. Contributes to CDC and other progress reports, summarizing outcomes from grantees in assigned region. Provides updates and maintains records regarding the implementation of policy, systems and environment strategies. Shares regional program information as needed with staff and partners. Job Responsibilities Organizes and conducts training for grantee and partners working in specific areas of chronic disease prevention and assists with the annual Chronic Disease Risk Reduction Annual Summit. Contributes to Community Health Promotion Section quality improvement work. Provides trainings on tobacco prevention, worksite wellness, farmers market programs, etc. within region, as assigned. Represent KDHE and the Bureau of Health Promotion at regional meetings or at state meetings as assigned. Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with officials in the region; meets with the key organizations or individuals to further the development of health promotion programs. Qualifications Education: 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: Four years of experience planning, developing, implementing, coordinating and/or providing social or human services to the public or community. A Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Social Services or a related degree program may be substituted for the required experience. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Public Health, Community Health, Public Administration, or related field Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access Proofreading, editing, attention to detail Communication and collaboration Experience in research, analyzing and/or gathering public health data Experience facilitating and/or coordinating diverse groups Experience developing and writing materials and/or publications Experience giving presentations Experience delivering customer service to the public Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. Applicants who have a missing tax return(s) or owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kansas Department of Health and Environment