Human Resources Professional

Kansas Department For Children and Families; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kansas Department For Children and Families is seeking a proactive Human Resources Professional to manage HR operations in Kansas City. This role involves overseeing personnel programs, handling employee transactions, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience and a valid driver's license. Helping individuals and families in the community is at the core of our mission. Applications are accepted through May 22, 2026.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in personnel or human resources functions.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Familiarity with compliance and legal aspects of HR.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations supporting the employee lifecycle.
• Administer benefits and process employee transactions.
• Foster a positive work environment while ensuring legal compliance.

Skills

Planning

Organizing

Managing

Detail-oriented

Education

Experience in Human Resources

Job description

Job posting closes/applications accepted through: 5/22/26

Kansas Department for Children and Families | www.dcf.ks.gov

Administration/ Negotiable within KC Region

Position Summary & Responsibilities

The Kansas Department for Children and Families is hiring innovators and leaders. If you believe people have the capacity to progress, succeed, grow, and do well in life, you can discover your purpose here! Find more than just a job with DCF. You can be part of the growth and opportunity for our team to help serve the individuals and families in your community. Thrive With Us and find your career and purpose!

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Human Resources Professional to manage day-to-day HR operations and support the entire employee lifecycle. This versatile role involves managing personnel programs, administering benefits, processing employee transactions, and providing general personnel support to foster a productive and positive work environment while ensuring legal compliance.

Education*

General

Minimum Qualifications

One year of experience in planning, directing, organizing, managing or administering personnel or human resource functions. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency. Must maintain a Valid Driver’s license. If a driver’s license is required, a copy must be uploaded with your resume or submitted with an employment application at www.jobs.ks.gov

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements

Security Clearance

A background check (KBI - criminal background, welfare fraud, driver's license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) as a condition of employment, which may include fingerprinting and FBI check. Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF. Must maintain security clearance throughout employment.

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

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.

E-Verify: DCF participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For more information on State of Kansas employment opportunities and benefits, visit the State of Kansas Career Portal at www.jobs.ks.gov.