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 (8am to 5pm)
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veteran Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation:

• Annual Salary Range: $48,485.00 Per Year
• Hourly Pay Range: $23.31 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

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Position Summary & Responsibilities:

This position will remain posted until filled.

Location: This position is located at the Garden City Field Office in Finney, County Kansas

Job Summary:

This position will be part of a technical team that is responsible for the administration of water between six irrigation ditches in Southwest Kansas. This requires the individual in this position to coordinate with various ditch, DWR staff, and Colorado State officials. This individual is part of a team that will interpret applicable federal court decrees, rules and regulations as well as adhere to guidelines developed by the DWR. The employee will assist with the analysis of that data, communicating any conclusions or concerns related to issues related to the Arkansas River water supply. This position also maintains a daily accounting of water related to the operation of John Martin Reservoir, which is fundamental to the protection of Kansas’ share of Arkansas River surface water supply that originates in Colorado. This position will administer the Arkansas River water supply in a manner consistent with the federal court decree of 1911 (as modified), the Kansas Water Appropriation Act (KWAA), the Kansas and Colorado Arkansas River Compact, and other appropriate governing documents affecting available river water supplies for beneficial use in Kansas. This position will generate appropriate daily, monthly, and annual accounting reports and advise the water commissioner, or other designated DWR staff, of any problems or special considerations.

This position will be responsible for conducting physical measurements of surface water and groundwater level measurements. This activity will also require the completion of the appropriate reports and data entry into the appropriate computer software.

This position must be able to evaluate field situations and apply his/her knowledge of the KWAA, rules and regulations to take some action in the field with regard compliance investigations, monitoring of waste water complaints, impairment complaints, unlawful diversions, and compliance with conditions of a water right.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and any combination of the following equal to one year experience and/or education: environmental science, physical sciences, biological sciences, mathematics and/or engineering.
• Knowledge of agriculture, water systems and Kansas Water Law.
• Preference is given for someone with previous knowledge of the KWAA and water rights.
• Valid driver’s license.

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name: Alyssa Satterthwaite
• Email: Alyssa.Satterthwaite@ks.gov
• Phone: (785) 564-6713
• Fax: (785) 564-6777
• Mailing Address: 1320 Research Park Drive, Manhattan, KS 66502

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  • Cover Letter

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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.

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.