Environmental Lab Assessor

Kansas Department of Health and Environment; Kansas; On-site; USD 84,534,000 - 89,107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs

Paid state holidays

Fitness centers in select locations

STAR Program discounts

Retirement and deferred compensation

Job summary

Kansas Department of Health and Environment seeks an Environmental Laboratory Assessor to conduct on-site assessments for laboratory certification, review applications, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. The role requires self-motivation, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities include preparing findings, providing assistance during accreditation, and presenting QA topics to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access skills.
• Proofreading, editing, attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Self-motivated.
• Bachelor’s degree in a natural science field and 2 years of lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• FIELD LABS: Plan and conduct on-site assessments for environmental certification in KDHE regulations.
• Review previous assessments and applications for preparation; evaluate laboratories’ technical competence.
• Prepare and send a report of findings within expected timeframes; determine approvals, denials, suspensions as needed.
• Develop presentations and training materials on QA/QC and data integrity; interact with IT/ELIPO LIMS staff for database needs.
• Maintain current awareness of regulations and accreditation processes affecting KDHE's program and labs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School or GED

Bachelor’s degree in natural science

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Job Posting

Job Posting closes: August 27 th , 2026

Required documents uploaded by: August 27 th , 2026

Position available for an Environmental Laboratory Assessor to conduct environmental laboratory assessments and complete documentation in compliance with Federal regulations. Knowledge of K.A.R. 28-15-35 through K.A.R. 25-15-37, EPA Standard Methods, the Clean Water Act, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, the Safe Drinking Water Act, and The NELAC Institute (TNI) 2016 Standard would be beneficial but not required. Travel around our great state will be required. Must be self-motivated and detail oriented with strong communication skills.

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.

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.

http://www.kdhe.ks.gov/

About The Position

• Who can apply: Anyone (External).
• 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: $29.49 - $31.04
• 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

Position Summary

The position (K0245324)

FIELD LABS: Plan and conduct on-site assessments for environmental certification in compliance with KDHE regulations. Review previous assessments and applications in preparation for an assessment. Perform assessments within the expected timeframes. Evaluate the technical competence and performance of laboratories. Prepare and send a report of findings within expected timeframes. Makes the necessary determinations for approvals, denials, revocations and suspensions of environmental laboratory certification. Provides assistance to environmental laboratories when they are experiencing difficulties with procedures or problems associated with the accreditation policies. Provides technical review of procedures presented by environmental laboratories for certification when EPA promulgated methodology is not available. Communicates enforcement actions against environmental laboratories violating the State regulations. Review new and renewal applications for Field Lab level environmental laboratory certification. Properly documents this process. Provide assistance with certification renewal and completion notices.

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

Develop presentations as requested and present to various stakeholders. Some topics may include data integrity and ethics training, common findings, QA/QC, laboratory data validation, or information regarding specific methods. Assists KHEL QA with environmental laboratory quality requirements for KDHE Environmental Laboratory. Interact with IT or ELIPO LIMS staff to participate in design, development, and modifications of the accreditaiton program database.

Maintain current technical awareness of existing and emerging approved methods, instrumentation, and instrument software as it pertains to the accreditation process. Maintains current awareness of existing and emerging State and Federal regulations (Drinking water, Wastewater, Solids and Hazardous waste, and Air) and evaluating their impact on the State program and the laboratory community.

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:
  • Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
  • Proofreading, editing, attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team
  • Self-motivated.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a natural science field and 2 years of experience in laboratory procedures/analysis.
  • Presentation and Training skills
  • Database skills
  • Advanced degree in Natural Science
  • Writing reports
  • Writing SOPs, Test Methods, and/or QA Plans
  • Completion of one or more EPA Drinking Water Certifications.
  • Experience writing regulation and policies
  • Completion of one or more EPA Drinking Water certification officer courses (
  • 2 yrs experience with laboratory procedures/analyses utilizing EPA approved methodologies.
  • 1 yr experience in a quality assurance/quality control role in a regulated laboratory.
  • Experience in an Environmental Laboratory.
  • Experience with analytical instrumentation.
  • Experience in a quality assurance role.
• 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

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.