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Tax Clearance Certificate https://www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/

Agency Information:

The Kansas State Fair’s mission is to promote and showcase Kansas agriculture, industry and culture; to create opportunities for commercial activity; and to provide an educational and entertaining experience.

About the Position

Who can apply: 18+ willing to relocate

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon.- Fri

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Eligible to receive benefits

Veterans' Preference Eligible: yes

Compensation: $

• 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

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

Serve as the primary receptionist by answering incoming telephone calls and greeting visitors to the Fair Office, in a courteous, timely, and friendly manner.

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

• Screen callers, answer various inquiries regarding the Kansas State Fair, it’s related activities and functions, and refer callers to the proper party for assistance. Assist visitors as they come into the Kansas State Fair office and connect them with the proper staff member if necessary. Assist in completion of State of Kansas Registration forms, Fair Job Applications, and other forms as needed. This person assists in the coordination of office activities and manage company information in a central location by completing a range of clerical tasks. This job will be carried out with limited supervision, as they will be expected to respond immediately to all calls and visitors to the Fair.
• Assists with correspondence and other materials for the Kansas State Fair staff. Ensures documents are error free by utilizing spell and grammar check and proofing draft and final documents. The final copy is returned to the originator for signature and/or approval, and then proper distribution is made by the employee. Files incoming and outgoing correspondence as well as work orders in proper files. Limited supervision will be used here to insure that proper procedures are being followed in the filing and establishing of new files.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• Licensing & Certification: State of Kansas Class C Driver’s License Required

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Janene Starks

Email: janene.k.starks@ks.gov

Phone: 620-669-3609

Mailing Address: 2000 N. Poplar, Hutchinson, Ks. 67502

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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