Executive Director

State of Kansas • Shawnee, KS

75d • $85,000 - $90,000

About The Position

We are seeking candidates for the Executive Director position with the Kansas Public Disclosure Commission; a state agency that oversees and ensures compliance with, and enforcement of the campaign finance, lobbying and state conflict of interest laws. The Executive Director reports to a bi-partisan, volunteer, nine-member commission of appointed individuals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (a JD is preferred but not required);
• Experience in a leadership or management position;
• Strong commitment to the Commission's mission;
• Non-partisan;
• Experience working with boards or commissions;
• Experience preparing a budget;
• Working knowledge of the legislative process;
• Ability to communicate issues and facts effectively, orally and in writing, to a wide range of audiences, including formal and informal presentations and training;
• Ability to make fair and thoughtful decisions; and
• Ability to manage competing demands while working on tasks of varying complexity.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and facilitating the Commission's monthly meetings;
• Briefing the Commission on relevant matters facing the agency; making recommendations to the Commission and seeking the Commission's approval before taking certain actions; carrying out the Commission's directives;
• Implementing, coordinating, and monitoring the agency's programs and daily operations;
• Acting as liaison between the Commission and the Kansas legislature; writing testimony and testifying before the legislature with the informed consent of the Commission;
• Developing the agency's biennial budget and the Commission's annual report and recommendations;
• Providing compliance, education, and advice regarding campaign finance, lobbying and state conflict of interest laws and regulations;
• Conducting training sessions; and
• Making formal and informal presentations to a wide range of audiences.

Benefits

• First day of employment coverage under the State Employee Health Plan (SEHP) for medical and prescription drug coverage and dental plan.
• Additional voluntary options including vision, hospital indemnity, accident and critical illness insurance plans and flexible spending accounts.
• SEHP members and their covered family members have access to the HealthQuest Health Center at 9th and Kansas Avenue in Topeka for in person and virtual health care services.
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees