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Working Title: MnCHOICES Policy Specialist
Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 01/07/2023
• Closing Date: 01/20/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Division/Unit: Department of Human Services / ADSA AG/AS HCBS Policy & Prgm
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes, approximately 5% to conferences or trainings
• Salary Range: $28.96 - $42.67 / hourly; $60,468 - $89,094 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

*This position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for telework or a mixture of working in our office and telework.*

*Approximately 5% travel to conferences or trainings.*

This position exists to represent the interests of older adults in planning and implementation of large-scale systems changes affecting assessment, eligibility determination, and support planning, including the MnCHOICES Assessment and Support Plan application. This position is located in the Aging and Adult Services division and works on a policy team that manages publicly-funded home and community-based services for older adults.

Responsibilities include:

• Oversee plans and strategies to ensure an orderly transition for MCO enrollees to the MnCHOICES applications, assessment and support planning processes
• Work with other DHS divisions and initiatives engaged in planning, developing and implementing such changes
• Provide policy expertise regarding assessment, support planning services and person-centered practices related to older adults
• Monitor, evaluate and work to assure the desired outcomes of the MnCHOICES assessment and support planning process for older adults are attained

Minimum Qualifications

3 years professional experience with project planning, policy analysis and operations sufficient to maintain policy compliance.

Experience must demonstrate the following:

• Coordinating, development and maintenance of policy, procedures and operational protocols
• Knowledge of person-centered assessment and support planning practices
• Write documents sufficient to communicate effectively to broad audiences, including legislation, technical reports or data/fiscal summaries and analysis, or policies and procedures manuals
• Knowledge of home and community-based long-term services and supports (LTSS) for older adults in Minnesota

Preferred Qualifications

• Work effectively in a rapidly changing policy environment and shift priorities to meet management goals
• Federal waiver policy and practices
• Human relations sufficient to build networks of colleagues throughout the public and private sector while being aware of the influence of culture on beliefs, values, traditions and behaviors
• Understanding of the roles and relationships of county, health plan, state, and federal agencies
• Large scale program planning and evaluation
• Implementation of new systems
• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Darci Buttke at darci.buttke@state.mn.us.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Carolyn Rice at carolyn.rice@state.mn.us.

About Human Services Dept

WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! The Minnesota Department of Human Services impacts the lives of 1.7 million people every year, helping them meet their basic needs so they can achieve their highest potential.

Why Work for Us

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 12 paid holidays each year.

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence and understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.