What are the responsibilities and job description for the Foster Care Licensing Surveyor (Program Consultant II) position at State of Kansas - Dept for Children and Families?
Job Posting closes: August 11, 2026
Required documents (as listed in Qualifications and Required Documents sections) must be uploaded by close date. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Kansas Department for Children and Families | www.dcf.ks.gov
Prevention & Protection Services
Administration / Wichita
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
Compensation: $44,387.20 annually. Salary may be dependent upon the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
- Health Insurance including medical, dental, vision (plus optional partner/dependent coverage at reduced cost)
- Creation of and contribution to your personal KPERS defined Retirement benefit
- 9-10 paid, annual holidays
- 12 paid, annual vacation days
- 12 paid, annual sick days
- 1 paid Discretionary Day
- Your personal life insurance policy equal to 150% of your starting salary
- This benefits package represents additional annual compensation.
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Surveys, inspects, investigates, and conducts program evaluations of residential foster care facilities and child-placing agencies 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, child-placing agencies, and foster homes, and investigates complaints as needed by physical walk-throughs and interviews of administrators, staff, foster parents, and children. Evaluates program design and implementation, coordinates surveys with child-placing agency staff as needed. Documents results of surveys and submits to supervisor for review in an accurate and timely manner. Organizes and submits surveys in a timely manner, in accordance with agency guidelines. Informs supervisor of unusual concerns or when enforcement action is recommended.
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Minimum Qualifications: *If a driver’s license is required, a copy must be sent to your recruiter following the interview.*
- 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.
- Valid Driver’s License (must maintain valid driver’s license throughout employment)
Preferred Qualifications: Good organizational skills, preferred interview experience with children and adults, preferred experience in a regulatory environment, and excellent report writing skills.
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. Must maintain security clearance throughout employment.
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. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law.
If you have a missing tax return(s) or you 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 785-296-3199.
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- Cover letter
- Legible copy of valid driver’s license (if driver’s license is required)
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**If degree is a requirement listed, transcript must show proof of graduation or degree obtained. - DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
- Required documents must be uploaded by close date. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
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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 determined by the hiring manager.
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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
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
E-Verify: DCF participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
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The person in this position has access to protected health information (PHI) under the provisions of the Heath Information Portability Act of 1996 (HIPPA) Privacy Rule. PHI must be treated in accordance with the provisions of the HIPAA Privacy Regulation including the requirements for safeguarding, releasing and recording the release of such information. The person will receive training in the provision of the HIPAA Privacy Regulations as they relate to the duties of this position and has signed a confidentiality agreement.
In addition to the tasks listed below, the incumbent is expected to communicate the Mission, Vision and Guiding Principles of the agency to peers, clients and the public; identify personal strengths and developmental needs to increase job performance and long-term career growth. Continually analyze work processes, seek new approaches and make recommendations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the agency. Works in a harmonious and cooperative fashion with other staff to provide efficient and effective customer service. Uses free time as available to assist other staff in the completion of work assignments. Contributes to a positive work environment through a positive, helpful, courteous demeanor towards staff, clients, and the general public. Adheres to appropriate standards of conduct regarding the use of leave and reports to work on time.
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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. Completes investigation reports of noncompliance by documenting the facility visit, associated evidence, and determination of regulatory compliance. Coordinates the investigations with DCF PPS social workers, law enforcement personnel, and child placing agency staff. Obtains reports completed by other professional staff related to the complaint. Determine the validity of complaints and document the extent of environmental noncompliance using photographs and other evidence gathered. Follow established protocols for the documentation of complaint investigations and enforcement process. Prepare facility correspondence identifying items of non-compliance and establishing acceptable compliance deadlines with timely completion. When efforts to return a facility to compliance are unsuccessful, confers with the supervisor and refers non-compliant facilities for enforcement. Testify at administrative and other hearings, as necessary.
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. Completes surveys using appropriate judgment and observations concerning the compliance status of the facility’s services and living conditions with state and federal regulations and determines if discovered deficiencies endanger the health or safety of children and families. Evaluates program design and implementation in childcare facilities. Conducts initial, annual, and compliance surveys of 24-hour childcare facilities, as required, and coordinates surveys with child-placing agency staff. Utilizes technical equipment to measure areas of the licensed physical premises, determine approved water temperatures, and ensure appropriate lighting in childcare facilities to meet regulations. Flag issues and defects in provider submitted evidence of policies, manuals, processes and procedures, and monitors corrections and compliance processes. Within established timeframes complete detailed and thorough inspection documentation and facility correspondence stating inspection findings. Establishes compliance deadlines for items determined to be in violation. Processes information from various sources following standard policies and procedures to support the compliance determination process. When efforts to return a facility to compliance are unsuccessful, confers with the supervisor and refers non-compliant facilities for enforcement.
Documents results of surveys in the state licensing system in an accurate and timely manner. Reviews survey reports for completeness; determines if deficiencies are described correctly and then provides a recommendation about licensure of facility. Organizes and submits surveys in a timely manner, in accordance with agency guidelines. Conducts compliance surveys as needed. Monitors and performs follow-up actions in cases where environmental violations were found. Approves compliance action plans for noted deficiencies and provides ongoing feedback and education to licensed facilities to ensure compliance with regulations and statutes. Informs supervisor of unusual concerns or when enforcement action is recommended.
Acts as a regional representative of DCF in order to provide training, consultation, and technical assistance regarding licensing of 24-hour childcare facilities, including presenting at regional meetings/training sessions and PS MAPP meetings, as needed. The incumbent will engage with providers to identify training needs and direct them to available training resources in the state.
Analyzes regional needs and makes recommendations to regional supervisor for training, development of policy memorandums, and revisions/interpretations of the regulations. Assists in the presentation of regional training and provides direct on-the-job surveyor training within the region to the CPA staff as requested. Complete case management listings and statistical reports as requested. Attend training and professional conferences in order to maintain proper credentialing. Participate in supervisory conferences on a regular basis.Acts as a community liaison by communicating and responding, at a professional level, to program and procedural inquiries and providing technical assistance and consultation to foster care providers, child placing agency staff, management staff of facilities and the public. This communication provides consultation and education, as well as response to questions regarding the licensing and regulatory process of 24-hour childcare facilities and child placing agencies and maintaining the health and safety of children in out-of-home care. The community liaison role also involves interacting with all of the above to: 1) plan, coordinate, and advise; 2) obtain, give, or clarify information; 3) obtain or maintain goodwill and cooperation towards the program and agency purposes and programs.
Maintains the office/agency equipment and automobile assigned in good working order. Other duties as assigned.
Benefits:
Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, Retirement PlanSalary : $44,387