Contract/Procurement Administrator

Kansas Department of Health and Environment; Kansas; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Kansas Department of Health and Environment is seeking a Contract/Procurement Administrator to join their team. The role involves assisting in the development of various contractual agreements and overseeing the Kansas Medicaid Management System Contract. A strong emphasis on contract management skills and experience in data analysis is essential. This full-time position provides excellent benefits and opportunities for growth within the agency.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision coverage

Sick & vacation leave

Paid State holidays

Fitness centers in select locations

Employee discounts through STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and monitoring contract activities.
• Highly competent in using Microsoft 360 tools, especially Excel.
• Ability to gather information and analyze data.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development of RFIs, RFPs, and contracts.
• Oversee the Kansas Medicaid Management System Contract.
• Develop tools for monitoring contractor performance.

Skills

Contract Management

Data Analysis

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

High School, GED

Bachelor’s degree - Business or applicable field

Tools

Microsoft 360

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Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes:June 23, 2025

Required documents uploaded by:June 23, 2025

Kansas Department of Health and Environment:

Our agency is led by Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Gov. Kelly in Dec 2021. KDHE is comprised of three divisions: Public Health, Environment, and Health Care Finance (which includes the State’s Medicaid program, KanCare). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof which allows us to take a holistic approach to improving and protecting the health and well-being of all Kansans.

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 . KDHE does not provide sponsorships for this position.

E-Verify: Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) 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: External (Open to Anyone)
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
• Sponsorship:KDHE does not provide sponsorship for this position.
  
  

Compensation:

• Hourly Pay Range: $23.87-$26.98
• 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

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The position (K0235330)

This position will assist with the development of Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), contracts, Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), Interagency Agreements (IAAs), amendments, and other types of contractual agreements. This also includes analysis of and processing invoices.

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

This position is responsible for the oversight of the KMMS (Kansas Medicaid Management System) Contract.This contract has 8 Modules - Customer Self-Service Portal, Claims/Encounters, Provider Enrollment, Program Integrity Utilization/Management, InSight Dashboard, Data Warehouse and KEES.The person in this position is responsible for the development of a common set of tools for the purpose of monitoring and evaluating the contractors' performance related to the system build, operations and post implementation. Develop tools to monitor and evaluate the performance of the KMMS (Kansas Medicaid Management System) contractor and other contracts. The assessment tools will facilitate the evaluation of performance against the specific contracts’ Service Level Agreements. SLAs may cover staffing, equipment, software, reports outcomes/measures, billing requirements.

Qualifications

• Education:
• High School, GED
• Licensing & Certification:
• Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State
• Minimum Qualifications:
• One year of experience in planning, implementing and monitoring activities relevant to contracts.
• A high level of competence in using Microsoft 360 tools, especially Excel, Work, and Outlook
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree - Business or other applicable field
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
• Ability to gather relevant information
• Analyze data and present in clear and concise reports
• Monitoring SLAs (service level agreements)
• Interpret regulations and policies
• Independent judgement
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Works well in a team environment
• Ability to develop audit tools
• Experience in Medicaid policy and contracts
  

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Tracey N. Benson

Email: [e-mail]

Mailing Address:1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612

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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 determine by the hiring manager.

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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.

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