Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes: November 1, 2026

Required documents uploaded by: November 2, 2026

Agency Information:

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) is an executive branch agency in charge of operating and regulating the use of state parks, state lakes, recreational grounds, wildlife areas and sanctuaries, fish hatcheries, natural areas, historic sites and other lands, waters, and facilities for the promotion of public health, safety, and for the use and pleasure of visitors. The agency is also charged with the development and conservation of wildlife and the natural resources within the state. The agency oversees 29 state parks, 500 miles of trails, approximately 460,301 acres of leased or owned public lands, management of four hatcheries, and four nature centers.

To meet our mission, projects, and goals, KDWP employs approximately 466 full time employees and up to 350 temporary employees, throughout the state, with diverse and varying skillsets. The largest agency office is the Operations Offices in Pratt, Kansas. The Office of the Secretary is maintained in Topeka, Kansas. There are four Regional Offices located in Topeka, Wichita, Hays, and Dodge City; six District Offices in Kansas City, Chanute, Colby, Fort Scott, Garden City, and Mound City; and a Research Office located in Emporia, Kansas. Various wildlife, public land, and parks offices are located across the state.

The agency is primarily funded through license fees, grants and federal funds that are provided through the Pittman-Robertson and Dingell-Johnson Acts.

About the Position

Who can apply: Anyone

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Search Keywords: Parks, Maintenance, Supervisor, Riley, Tuttle Creek

Compensation: $22.81/hour - $23.71/hour

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits

Immediate 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:**This unclassified, full-time position is located at Tuttle Creek State Park, Parks Division; and is directly supervised by the State Park Manager Supervisor II.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinates routine maintenance, repairs and major overhauls on road grading equipment, trucks, mowers, backhoes, various power tools, and shop equipment which includes estimating costs, purchasing and actual repair.
• Acts as lead worker and consultant on repair work.
• Directs the work of subordinate personnel in the repair and upkeep of buildings, grounds and equipment.
• Plans or assists in the planning of maintenance and construction projects.
• Plans and calculates material and manpower needs and costs.
• Coordinates with contractors and checks for compliance.
• Installs single or three phase electrical systems, automatic switches, controls, motors, and pumps involved in surface water treatment plants and sewage disposal systems.
• Constructs plumbing systems within park facility, including installing and repairing water and sewer lines, traps, showers, lavatories, and stools.
• Directs operation of water treatment plants.
• Repairs, replaces, adjusts electronic equipment, controls, gate valves, pumps, chemical feeders, chlorinators, and related equipment; mixes chemicals and takes water samples to test for compliance with KDHE requirements.
• Maintains accurate records and submits paperwork on a timely basis
• Maintains working inventory and orders maintenance parts and carpentry supplies as needed.

Qualifications

Education: HighSchoolDiplomaorGED**Equivalent required.**

Licensing & Certification: Must possess & maintain a valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a background check required.

Minimum Qualifications: HighSchoolDiplomaorGED**Equivalent required. Fiveyearsofexperienceinthemechanicalorbuilding****trades.**Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Preferred Qualifications: Prefercandidateswhopossessa****working knowledge of Park maintenance to include intermediate experience in electrical, construction, and plumbing trades. *Extensivefirst-handworkexperienceforinstitutionalandrecreationalfacilityupkeepand*maintenance,and understand and demonstrate basicno*xiousweed*control processes preferred.

Necessary Special Requirements: Must be eligible to become certified for potable and wastewater treatment operation, chemical application certification, and have a working knowledge of: building trade and maintenance tools and ground maintenance and construction equipment, ADA requirements for public recreation facilities and basic visitor safety standards asappliedtoapark/recreationenvironment.

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Laverne Taylor

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 620-672-0704

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

The following are the required items to apply:

1) a letter of interest

2) a detailed resume; including a valid e-mail address

3) transcript material, if you wish to include them

4) employment application – this is generated from the information which is input into the system

Incomplete applications will not be considered. A complete application packet must be submitted for each position. We no longer make copies of previous applications. Submitted application materials will be reviewed in Pratt to assure that the position minimum requirements are met, and those meeting the minimum requirements will be forwarded to the respective division for interview selection.

Applicants are notified whether or not they are selected to interview. The interview is generally a one-time, panel interview consisting of position-specific questions for all applicants (same questions for each applicant), with the selection being made after all candidate interviews are completed.

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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. Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance 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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How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

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 scanned and emailed to [email protected], or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Docking State Office Building
915 SW Harrison Ave, Suite 260
Topeka, KS 66612

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.