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Working Title: Strategic Development Coordinator
Job Class: Human Services Program Coordinator
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 12/01/2022
• Closing Date: 12/14/2022
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Division/Unit: DHS-Central Office / ADSA Disability Services Admin
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Work Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes, (Up to 20%)
• Salary Range: $35.69 - $53.03 / hourly; $74,520 - $110,726 / 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 exists to lead and coordinate the Disability Services Division's (DSD) strategic planning, systems change management, governance and stakeholder strategies. Working with management and other staff, the individual manages the division's strategic approach to the overall work of the division in order to coordinate and maximize the effectiveness of business efforts. This includes developing key messaging and communications to support systems change, planning and facilitating internal and external stakeholder engagement, leading and coordinating DSD strategic planning efforts, providing DSD contributions to other planning efforts, such a Community Supports Administration (CSA) strategic planning and the Minnesota Olmstead Plan, and designing governance structures and activities. The individual also provides 'just-in-time' responses to emerging division communication, planning needs and project management. The individual provides leadership and direction to staff to ensure activities across the division, and with other divisions, are coordinated, effective; and build staff capacity. The individual collaborates with a large and diverse number of internal and external stakeholders including other state and local agencies, providers, advocates, people with disabilities and families. The individual provides leadership for priority activities needed to achieve the division's strategic and operational goals.

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.

4 years of specialized professional experience providing strategic direction for disability programs and/or services system.

Experience must include:

• Practical understanding of Minnesota’s system of long term and support services along with human services collaborative safety techniques;
• Knowledge of Person centered practices and strategies for evidence based implementation;
• Understanding of organizational and change management methods, policy analysis and strategic planning;
• Presentations skills with various messaging formats and understanding of principles of group dynamics;
• Use of MS Office Suite and the followings: PowerPoint, SharePoint, webinar and video conferencing programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures;
• Ability to give presentations and facilitate discussions to guide, solicit and explore diverse perspectives;
• Skilled at conflict management, government policy development and implementation;
• Master’s Degree or higher in Human Services or related field.

Additional Requirements

• Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) criminal background check will be conducted 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 Heidi Hamilton at heidi.hamilton@state.mn.us.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID# 61092, 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

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The Department of Human Services 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.