Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting closes: September 29, 2026
Kansas Department of Transportation
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) delivers transportation that keeps Kansans moving forward. Our employees are our most valuable resource. We depend on our employees and business partners to get the job done. KDOT strives to provide a work environment that motivates people and encourages them to be productive. KDOT is a great place to work, so come be part of our team!
Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9. KDOT does not provide sponsorships for this position.
E-Verify: The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please click here. For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here.
About the Position
Who can apply: Anyone
Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
Full/Part-time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans’ Preference Eligible: Yes
Search Keywords: Topeka, Holton, Oskaloosa, Lawrence, Ottawa, Osage City, Eskridge, Alma, Wamego
Compensation
Annual Salary Range: $38,355.20 - $43,503.20
Hourly Pay Range: $18.44 - $20.92
Employment Benefits
Work-Life Balance Programs
Paid Leave: Vacation, Holidays, Parental, Military, Sick, Funeral and Jury Duty
Employee Assistance Program
For help managing daily life at no cost to you
Infant at Work Program
Voluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
First-Day Coverage
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vison Insurance
Tax Advantage Accounts: HSA, HRA, FSA with qualifying plans
Life Insurance
Employer paid basic group life
Optional group life insurance available at a reasonable cost.
Retirement
KPERS and Deferred Compensation
Other Benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Paid on-the-job training programs.
Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
Employee discounts with the STAR Program
And more!
Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…
Position Summary & Responsibilities
Position Summary
This Human Resource Professional position is located in Topeka, at the Eisenhower State Office Building, and is within the Bureau of Human Resources. This position provides administrative support for Recruitment and Position Management, posting job advertisements, screening applications, and working directly with personnel resources and senior managers to ensure that positions are filled in a timely manner while adhering to State of Kansas & KDOT policies and procedures.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Writes job postings, establishes closing dates, and reviews and screens applications.
Provides support for developing interview questions and reviews interview results for compliance with policies and procedures.
Prepares and sends correspondence to applicants informing them of incomplete application material, interview status, and position vacancy information.
Develops relationships with the public, organizations, communities, and groups to promote the agency and recruit qualified minority applicants.
Works with technical schools, colleges, and other continuing education offices to communicate the availability of programs relative to KDOT.
Provides backup coverage to other Recruitment positions.
View the full position description
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
One year of experience in planning, directing, organizing, managing, or administering personnel or human resources functions.
Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency. Transcripts are required for education to be considered.
Valid Driver’s License at time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in the Recruitment Module in SHARP.
Experience posting, recruiting, and filling open positions.
Post-Offer/Pre-employment Requirements
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
Recruiter Contact Information
Email: KDOT.HQ.JobApps@ks.gov
Job Application Process
First Sign in or register as a New User.
Complete or update your contact information on the Careers -> “My Account Information” page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and submit when it is complete.
Manage your drafted and submitted applications on the Careers -> “My Job Applications” page.
Check your email and the “My Job Notifications” page for written communications from the Recruiter.
Email – sent to the Preferred email on the “My Account Information” page.
Notifications – view the Careers -> “My Job Notifications” page.
Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How to Apply for a Job – Instructions” and “How to Search for a Job – Instructions"
Optional Documents for this Application to be Complete
Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page
Transcripts (if substituting education for experience)
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application
Resume (or choose existing if you have one)
Cover Letter
Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents”
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 determined 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 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
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.