Director, Pharmacy Benefit Managers Compliance Program

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Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes: June 10, 2026

Required documents uploaded by: June 10, 2026

Agency Information:

The mission of the Kansas Department of Insurance is to Regulate, Educate, and Advocate.

Regulate: Regulate and review companies that sell policies in Kansas to ensure solvency and compliance with insurance and securities laws and regulations. License and register the agencies, firms and individuals selling these products in Kansas.

Educate: Consumers about all things insurance and securities by publishing brochures and insurance guides to assist in the shopping process, giving presentations to groups across Kansas and serving as a non-biased source of information.

Advocate: For a strong and competitive market to give Kansans choices when shopping for products that meet their needs.

Learn more about the Kansas Department of Insurance at:

About the Position

Who can apply: Anyone

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Search Keywords: Pharmacy, Pharmacist, Compliance, Health Policy

Compensation: $110,000 - $145,000 annually (Commensurate with Experience)

• 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:

If you are driven to protect and serve the citizens of Kansas, the Director of the Pharmacy Benefit Managers compliance program at the Kansas Department of Insurance will be ideal for you. This position will build, lead and drive the agency's Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) compliance program and serve as a subject matter expert in PBMs leading the efforts in enforcing related laws and regulations for the Department. The successful candidate will provide technical and regulatory expertise to support compliance, consumer protection, and formulary oversight activities of PBM's operating in Kansas.

As the Director for the PBM compliance program you will play a vital role in implementing the Kansas Consumer Prescription and Accountability Act, recently signed into law as Senate Bill 20. For more information about the legislation visit:

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

• Lead and manage a team conducting reviews, investigations, and enforcement actions involving PBMs to ensure compliance with state laws, including issues related to rebates, dispensing fees, spread pricing, retroactive fees, and consumer protections.
• Lead or oversee pharmacy related components of complaints and investigations involving PBM oversight.
• Collaborate with agency attorneys on enforcement actions providing clinical context and technical analysis.
• Serve as a liaison to stakeholders and provide technical assistance to staff regarding pharmaceutical complaints, legislative developments.
• Provide guidance to ensure compliance with PBM quarterly and annual reporting requirements
• Review and assess health carrier formularies and prescription drug coverage to ensure compliance with federal therapeutic class requirements and transparency in coverage regulations.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures for formulary and data file review processes.
• Directly supervises the PBM team, overseeing the day-to-day operations, staff performance and related program functions.
• Collaborate and participate in national groups as assigned and communicate with other state regulators on matters related to PBMs.

What We Have to Offer

The Kansas Department of Insurance has a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• No waiting period for health insurance coverage - eligible for insurance on day one.
• Competitive Salary.
• Paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, and parental leave.
• Personal and professional growth opportunities by offering career development programs to further career advancement.
• Outstanding work-life balance.
• Retention and Credential Bonus Opportunities.
• KPERS Retirement plan and deferred compensation program.
• Beautifully renovated office near Wanamaker Road with free parking and easy access to I-70.

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited pharmacy program and/or relevant experience with PBMs.
• Experience in planning, organizing and directing the work of a department, program or agency.

Desired skills and attributes:

• Experience and knowledge of PBM business practices
• Background in health policy
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to translate complex clinical and operational issues for non-clinical staff
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations governing the areas of PBMs
• Skill in conducting data analysis, interpreting claims data, and identifying patterns of non-compliance
• Proactive problem solving

Additional Requirements:

• As a condition of employment, candidates are subject to a pre-employment screening process to include name-based criminal history records check and reference/background check of past and present employers and a KBI background check.
• The Kansas Department of Insurance does not provide sponsorship for this position.
• Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the U.S. is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9. Employment eligibility is verified through the E-Verify system.
• Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is required, please visit the Department of Revenue's website for more information:
• Veteran's Preference Eligible - Learn more about claiming Veteran's preference at:

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Julie McLaughlin

Email: ...

Phone: ...

Mailing Address: 1300 SW Arrowhead Road, Topeka, KS 66604

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

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• Transcripts
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application

• Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Veterans' Preference K.S.A. 73-201(c) Form and DD-214, if applicable.

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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 .... Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions

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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Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

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PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be scanned and emailed to ..., or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator

Office of Personnel Services

Docking State Office Building

915 SW Harrison Ave, Suite 260

Topeka, KS 66612

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.