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Working Title: Waiver Finance Lead
Job Class: Human Services Program Consultant
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/10/2023
• Closing Date: 04/24/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Division/Unit: DHS-Central Office / ADSA DS Fiscal Policy
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Work Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $32.13 - $47.65 / hourly; $67,087 - $99,493 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
• 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.

• Telework (Within Minnesota or Neighboring States) and Flexible Hours Options Are Available.

This position leads efforts to develop fiscal policy and management support for Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Disability Waivers and other programs that support people with disabilities. This position provides leadership, management, planning and project coordination to assure access to home and community-based services and to develop and implement innovative solutions that support persons with a disability within the Disability Services Division (DSD), the Aging and Disability Services Administration and the Department of Human Services.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as DSD lead in developing policy and program improvements related to the financial management and budgetary oversight of the disability waiver programs (i.e., Community Access for Disability Inclusion, Developmental Disabilities, Brain Injury and Community Alternative Care waivers) to help persons in need of waiver services access them at a reasonable pace.
• Provide leadership and direct work of waiver budget management staff to assure compliance with federal guidance, legal agreements and Minnesota statute related to the financial administration of the disability waiver programs.
• Provide leadership and direct work of the Waiver Reimagine-Individual Budgeting development and implementation work to align with federal guidance, Minnesota statute, and stakeholder feedback in the transition from current to future budgeting systems.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholder to create and develop systems to improve programs for people with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Three (3) years specialized professional experience in finance and/or budget management for a human services or community-based services program.

Experience must include:

• Knowledge of Minnesota’s disability waiver programs, waiver programs, systems, financing, providers and related federal and state laws, regulations and reporting requirements;
• Knowledge of information systems used by Minnesota’s Medicaid disability waiver programs;
• Working understanding of the Waiver Reimagine Project;
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), ability to learn, understand and apply new technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures;
• Strong human relations and communication skills; communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; respond openly to requests and concerns;
• Knowledge of DHS financial management structure, and federal government auditing and reporting requirements;
• Experience working on systems change efforts;
• Project Management skills;
• Familiarity with interpreting Legislative processes, procedures and protocols that have broad, inter-related impact;
• Facilitator of groups to guide broad, agency-wide collaboration, quality assurance and improvement initiatives.

Additional Requirements

• The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) will conduct criminal background checks on all finalists for this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background check.
• Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance. It also includes contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

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 Meghan Lindblom at meghan.lindblom@state.mn.us.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID# 63876, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Dennis Stevenson at dennis.b.stevenson@state.mn.us.

If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Human Services’ ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or DHS_ADA@state.mn.us for assistance.

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

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.