Agency Information:

Norton Correctional Facility

PO Box 546

Norton, KS 67654

About the Position: Unclassified Public Service Administrator III - Business Manager

Who can apply:  External

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 40 hours weekly

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation:

$46,092.80 to $70,000.00

* 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:

This position serves as the Business Manager for the Norton Correctional Facility (NCF).

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

Assists in guiding, directing, supporting and monitoring facility staff in their efforts to pursue the Department’s Vision and Mission Statement.  Will also assist in developing strategies and resources for contributing to the success of the Kansas Department of Corrections Strategic Action Plan and Systems Inspection process.  Directs and plans expenditures of budgeted funds, grant funds and local funds ensuring all expenditures are made within limits prescribed by state and federal statutes, regulations, policies and procedures.  Ensures proper accounting reports and records are maintained and forwarded to appropriate agencies as requested.  Reviews requisitions for issuing supplies and authorizes expenditure of funds for services, supplies and equipment needed for operations.  Plans, establishes and administers a program for receipts and expenditures of canteen monies, inmate benefit funds, grants, and general fee funds.  Ensures inventory control guidelines are in place and followed on a consistent, day-in and day-out basis.  Directs the planning and operation of the following services:  accounting, purchasing, collections, supply and inmate canteen.   

Directs and administers the agency budget.  Schedules and meets with the Warden and all departments to determine needs and expenditures in preparation of the annual agency budget.  Prepares the final budget document for the agency, including detailed justifications for requested funds and the plan for financing programs, operating costs and capital improvement projects.  Provides to the Warden and department heads, on a regularly scheduled basis, an accurate status report of the budget and funds available for the facility/department in carrying on the programs and services.  Serves as counsel to the Warden in presenting the annual agency budget to Kansas Department of Corrections staff, and subsequently to the Department of Administration, Legislature and Governor.

Coordinates development and implementation of agency goals and management objectives with Warden, Deputy Warden and department heads and ensures achievement of same.  Represents NCF in meetings with other state agencies, federal officials, private firms, and organizations relating to agency operations and practices.  Assists in coordinating and describing program, service, supply and equipment needs for agencies grant requests.  Presents in-service training programs for new employees as required.

 Assists with development of general orders, policies and procedures for departments under direct supervision.  Serves on General Order review committee reviewing and commenting on general orders, policies and/or procedures and making recommendations for revision of policies and procedures.    Serves as member of the NCF Staff Development Advisory Committee.  Serves as Administrative Duty Officer on a rotating basis.

Qualifications:

Licensing & Certification:

Valid driver's license

Minimum Qualifications:

Two years of experience in providing direction necessary to implement the objectives of an agency, program, or organizational unit. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Preferred Qualifications:

The preferred candidate will have three years of experience in professional accounting/auditing work.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

Take and pass a drug screening test, and TB screening

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name: Philip Myer
• Email: philip.myer@ks.gov
• Phone: 785-877-6644
• Mailing Address: Norton Correctional Facility, PO Box 546, Norton, Kansas 67654

Required Documents for this Application to be Complete:

On your Careers - My Job Applications page, verify these documents are present and valid. Upload or delete and replace if needed:

* Tax Clearance Certificate

* DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

* Driver's License copy

* College Transcripts, if applicable

Inside this job's Job Application, upload these documents:

* Resume

* Cover Letter

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. A 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. A 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.

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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 determine by the hiring manager.

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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.