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Working Title: Assistant Manager of Child Care Center Licensing Unit

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager

Agency: Human Services Dept

+ **Job ID** : 85841

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 04/24/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 05/14/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / DHS Manager

+ **Division/Unit** : Department of Human Services (DHS) / Office of Inspector General (OIG) LS Child CareLicensingUnit

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : Yes

+ **Salary Range:** $40.26 - $58.20 / hourly; $84,062 - $121,521 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Manager/Unrep

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The Department of Human Services (DHS) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

_*This position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow a mixture of working in our office and_** Telework (https://dhs.intranet.mn.gov/buildings-facilities/hybrid-telework/telework/index.jsp) **_._

_*Approximately, 25% travel._

This position exists in the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Licensing Division, and is assigned to and operates within the Child Care Center Licensing and Certification Unit.

In the 2023 legislative session, the Governor’s Office, Minnesota legislature, and leaders for children and families worked in partnership to pass legislation establishing the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) to create a sustainable, public face for children’s issues in state government. This new cabinet-level agency brings together programs centered on children and families, including child care and early learning, child support, child safety and permanency, economic support and food assistance, and youth opportunity. This position will become a part of DCYF.

Under the administrative direction of the Unit Manager, this position responsibilities include but are not limited to:

+ Assist in managing the development and implementation of all functions of the unit including directly supervising the supervisors of the unit.

+ Subject matter expert in laws, rules, and practices relating to child care center licensing and certification functions, maltreatment of children, background studies, data practices, audit and inspection processes, investigative processes, and related due process.

+ Responds to opportunities, issues and/or concerns of the public, consumer groups, providers, staff, governmental agencies, and/or media.

+ Assist the Unit Manager to represent the unit in meetings with the public, internal department partners, other state agencies, regulated parties, and stakeholder/constituent groups.

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.**_

Demonstrated leadership experience*

*Leadership experience can include:

+ Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, or project lead;

+ Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI, L4);

+ A paid/unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee (e.g. ERG) - experience must include:

AND

Four (4) years of experience in administration, management, and/or supervision of a licensed or certified child care center.

Experience must demonstrate the following:

+ Working knowledge of state and federal laws and rules applicable to child care licensing and/or certification functions

+ Knowledge of prevailing philosophies, trends and methods of service delivery used in child care center settings

+ Experience in recruiting, selecting, training, and retaining staff

+ Experience working and leading within a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, or related field (e.g. Social Work, Sociology, Psychology)

+ Demonstrated skills and abilities in the development of laws, rules, and regulations

+ Experience managing employee performance within the parameters of collective bargaining agreements

+ Comprehensive knowledge of supervisory and management theories and practices

+ Working knowledge of state protocols and tools used to conduct licensing and/or certification reviews and investigations

+ Working knowledge of data privacy and practices

+ Ability to direct group problem solving and negotiation processes to achieve measurable results

+ 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.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.