Kansas Bureau of Investigation

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Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

• STARBASE Program Instructor
• 1 position open until filled

Agency Information:

Adjutant Generals Department

STARBASE Topeka Program

Forbes Field-Topeka, KS

About the Position

Who can apply: Qualified applicants over the age of 18 who meet the criteria

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation:

Salary: $60,000-$63,000 per year

• 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

Academy Program Coordination:

• Responsible for classroom instruction, conducts student and teacher evaluations, maintains discipline and safety of students participating in the STARBASE program.
• Assists in curriculum and test development, gathers and prepares related materials, coordinates enrichment activities and other activities.
• Develops and coordinates schedules subject to approval of supervisor.
• Coordinates enrollment for program academies and projects.
• Complies and submits statistical, financial and related reports regarding students, teachers, service support and other participants to supervisors.
• Assists in implementing projects related to public information, promotional activities, STARBASE 2.0, and STARBASE Outreach Opportunities.
• Assists and actively pursues curriculum development both at the local and national levels.
• Maintains facilities, equipment and supplies.
• Coordinates volunteer participation and teaching.

Performs other duties as assigned:

• Occasional overnight travel regarding national STARBASE meetings and training as required, according to State Comptrollers’ policies and procedures. State-wide travel as needed to participate in staff development, program development meetings, and school visits.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited College or University and three (3) years of teaching
• experience in Education, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience in STEM related field. Must have strong organizational skills and an understanding of administrative procedures. Must be flexible and team orientated with the ability to multitask. Requires strong STEM knowledge. Must have strong computer, technology, written and oral skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five (5) years of teaching experience in elementary education or STEM related field.

Required:

• Must have a valid Driver’s License and pass KBI background investigation. Can obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Security Clearance as determined for the position as a Condition of Employment.

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Angelina Farias

Email: angelina.farias@ks.gov

Phone: 785-646-2263

Mailing Address:

State Office of Human Resources

2722 SW Topeka Blvd

Topeka, KS 66611

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

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Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application

• Current Resume (or choose existing if you have one)
• Cover Letter
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
• Disability Verification (if you’re claiming Disability Preference)
• Tax Clearance

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Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate Required: Each applicant (even non-residents) applying for a State of Kansas job vacancy must obtain a valid Kansas Certificate of Tax Clearance by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's website. Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. Tax Clearance expires every 90 days. All applicants, including current state employees, are responsible for submitting a valid certificate with all other application materials to the hiring agency. This is in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact 785-296-3199.

Visit the Tax Clearance site for more information on and where to obtain this Kansas Department of Revenue document.

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

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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