Child Protection Specialist

• Who can apply: External
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: NEGOTIABLE with options of either 4 ten-hour days or 5 eight-hour days. Either option will require weekend (Saturday and Sunday) coverage.
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
• Search Keywords: PPS, Social Work, Protection, Prevention, Specialist, Fort Scott, Bourbon

• Health Insurance including medical; dental; vision (plus optional partner/dependent coverage at reduced cost)
• Creation of and contribution to your, personal KPERS defined Retirement benefit
• 9-10 paid, annual holidays
• 12 paid, annual vacation days
• 12 paid, annual sick days
• 1 paid Discretionary Day
• Your personal life insurance policy equal to 150% of your starting salary
• This benefits package represents additional annual compensation.

• 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.
• Tax Clearance: Candidates offered employment in a State of Kansas position will need to apply for a Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days of being offered a position. For more information, visit the KDOR Tax Clearance Request Information page.

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• State of Kansas online application
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Transcripts** (if educational requirements are listed for this position)
  **If degree is a requirement listed, transcript must show proof of graduation or degree obtained.
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
• Required documents must be uploaded by close date. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

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.