JOB ID 212030- Licensing Surveyor

Kansas Department for Children and Families | www.dcf.ks.gov
Foster Care Licensing
Administration/Great Bend

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Surveys, inspects, monitors and conducts program evaluations of residential foster care facilities for compliance with operational practices, environmental standards, delivery of services, and appropriate practices through interpretation and application of regulations and statutes, to assure the health and safety of children in out-of-home care. Conducts initial, annual, and compliance surveys of 24-hour child care facilities, as needed. Conducts surveys for the purpose of investigating complaints and reports of unsafe, harmful or illegal childcare in keeping with agency regulations, policies and procedures by child care providers. Completes a written report and recommends appropriate regulatory actions. Coordinate the investigations with DCF PPS social workers, law enforcement personnel, and child placing agency staff.

View the full position description: http://content.dcf.ks.gov/hr/careers/K0227914.pdf

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: One year of experience in planning, implementing, and monitoring activities relevant to the agency’s programs. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in health or human services, a behavioral science field of study or education in an area determined relevant by the agency.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Security Clearance: A background check (KBI - criminal background, welfare fraud, driver's license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) as a condition of employment, which may include fingerprinting and FBI check. Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF.

Compensation: Salary starting at $41,870.40 annually. Salary may be dependent upon the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Veteran's Preference:
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: https://admin.ks.gov/offices/personnel-services/jobs/veterans-preference.

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.

For more information on State of Kansas employment opportunities and benefits, visit the State of Kansas Career Portal at www.jobs.ks.gov.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,870.40 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Great Bend, KS 67530: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person