Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes: October 23, 2026

Required documents uploaded by: October 26, 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: Education, Statewide, Pratt, Hunting

Compensation: $35.00/hour - $37.00/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

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

*Position Summary:Thisunclassified**,full-timeposition**islocatedintheEducation*Division and is directly supervised by the Education Division Director. The primary duty location will be determined depending on the successful candidate.

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for directing all aspects of the statewide Kansas Hunter Education Program.
• Coordinates delivery of hunter education services with other agency personnel and volunteer instructors.
• Develops, coordinates and evaluates educational curriculum to meet statutory requirements and national standards for certification courses.
• Plans, coordinates and conducts instructor orientation and in-service training events to include agency and program policy/procedure updates.
• Develops and maintains in-person and online training materials for instructors and establishes a feedback/communication channel to evaluate its effectiveness.
• Provides guidance and training in program application and supervises two part-time temporary employees and approximately 1,500 volunteer instructors, ensuring compliance with Department policy and procedures.
• Administers and manages program planning and USFWS federal aid grant.
• Responsible for maintaining all documents and databases relating to federal funding and federal aid requirements.
• Provides training records for department employees and volunteer instructors and maintains allied record systems.
• Administers student and course records, issuance of duplicate cards.
• Supervises record keeping completed by subordinates; assign work among clerical staff; establish priorities for completion of work and provide guidance in resolving complex issues.
• Facilitates or assists assigned coordinators / administrators in: hunter education, fur harvester education, bowhunter education, shooting sports (the National Archery in Schools program; the Student Air Rifle program; shotgun shooting sports; rifle shooting sports), Becoming an Outdoors Woman and R3 outdoor engagement events.
• Assists the Education Division Director with administration of the shooting range development program, including development and maintenance of program guidelines, review and assessment of grant requests and ensuring compliance with program guidelines and environmental standards.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent.

Licensing & Certification: A valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a background check are required.

Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or GED equivalent. Two years of experience in providing direction necessary to implement the objectives of an agency, program or organizational unit. Education may be substituted for experience a determined relevant by the agency.

Preferred Qualifications: Four years of work or study in education or biology with a working knowledge and application of teaching and communication techniques preferred. Preferred applicants will have excellent public speaking skills, experience with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.), video capture, editing and production skills. The ideal candidate will have experience with firearms, archery, trapping, boating and fishing along with a history as a leader/mentor/instructor and a love for the outdoors.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: **Current certification as an outdoor instructor or able to obtain such certification within 60 days of hire.**This position requires the use of a firearm for live-fire instruction, hunting and simulated hunting situations. Candidates cannot have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor domestic violence crime as set forth in 18 U.S.C.

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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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. 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.

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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.