Job Description

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
• Disability Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation:

• Annual Salary Range: $39,000 - $40,000 Per Year
• Hourly Pay Range: $18.75 - $19.23 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

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

This position will remain posted until filled.

Location: Applicants must live in the Sedgwick County. Applicant will be assigned counties for inspection purpose (Sedgwick, Butler and Sumner Co)

Retail Fuel Dispenser Inspections. The selected individual will inspect and test retail fuel dispensers and meters at places of business, where these devices are used in commercial transactions, for specifications, functionality, and tolerance to ensure devices are in compliance with state statutes and regulations. The inspector will issue formal orders on behalf of the Kansas Department of Agriculture to businesses found out of compliance with state statutes and regulations. Inspection reports may be reviewed daily by the employee’s supervisor for accuracy and completeness.

Vehicle Tank Meter Inspections . The selected individual will inspect and test vehicle tank meters at places of business, where these devices are used in commercial transactions, for specifications, functionality, and tolerance to ensure devices are in compliance with state statutes and regulations. The inspector will issue formal orders on behalf of the Kansas Department of Agriculture to businesses found out of compliance with state statutes and regulations. Inspection reports may be reviewed daily by the employee’s supervisor for accuracy and completeness.

Fuel Quality Inspections. The selected individual will inspect storage tanks and collect fuel samples for quality testing. Storage tanks will be inspected for water and phase separation at the same time retail fuel devices are inspected. Gasoline based fuels will be sampled for ethanol content. Occasionally, the employee may receive special sampling assignments from the complaint system or supervisor.

Regular Duties . The selected individual will be expected to complete daily computer data file transfers, write investigative reports, complete vehicle reports, submit expense reports, and update assigned issues in complaint tracking system. Vehicle and equipment maintenance and cleaning will be done as needed. Employees will be expected to stay current with communications and changes to statutes and regulations.

Other Duties as Assigned. The employee will be expected to complete all other duties as assigned. Employee training will be assigned several times throughout the year and will usually involve traveling. This position may also be required to do some inspection work for other device types as needed.

This position will require the employee to travel regularly and stay out overnight on some occasions in order to use state resources efficiently.

This position is a home-based position. The applicant that is selected for this position will start each workday from his/her home.

Qualifications:

• Professionally minded individuals with up to two years’ experience or related field is preferred. Candidates may also qualify through a combination of relevant education, work experience, training or certification.
• Ability to read and comprehend written directions, policies, statutes, and regulations.
• Must be able to drive a truck while pulling a trailer and must be able to hookup, unhook and back a trailer.
• Must know how to add, subtract, multiply, divide, convert units of measurement, and perform algebraic functions
• Must be able repetitively lift up to 80 pounds
• Employee must have a valid Class C (or higher) Kansas driver’s license or equivalent license from another state. Employee is responsible to maintain an acceptable driving record to safely drive state vehicle and be willing and able to fulfill all job-related travel normally associated with this position.
• The selected individual will be asked to pass the National Conference on Weights and Measures (NCWM) Retail Motor Fuel Dispensing Systems and LMDVTM: Vehicle Tank Meters Professional Certification Exams within the first 24 months of employment. Training and time to take the exams and the cost of the exam will be provided by KDA.

Post-Offer/Pre-employment Requirements:

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at .

If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at (785) 296-3199 or by email at kdor_specialprojects@ks.gov

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

Required Documents for this Application to be Complete:

• On the My Job Applications page , verify these documents are present and valid. Upload or delete and replace if needed.
  • DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
• Inside your Job Application , upload the these documents:
  • Resume (or choose existing resume if you have one)
  • Cover Letter

Job Application Process

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• Review and complete your contact information on the My Contact Information page.
• Upload documents listed in the Required Documents section of this job posting to the appropriate location.
• Complete and Submit your application.
• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
  • Email - the email listed on the Careers> My Contact Information page.
  • Notifications - view the Careers> My Job Notifications page.

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• Instructions:
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  • 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.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

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 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

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.

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