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Working Title: Veteran Community Based Services Coordinator

Job Class: Community Services Program Specialist 3

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

+ **Job ID** : 87514

+ **Location** : Various (This position will be working primarily out of one of the four Minnesota Veterans Home locations as agreed upon by the agency and incumbent which are Preston, Luverne, Montevideo or Fergus Falls.)

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes - Hybrid (Please note this position is telework eligible and required to work in-person for at least 50% of scheduled workdays each month.)

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

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

+ **Date Posted** : 07/12/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 07/25/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Veterans Affairs Dept / Veterans Affairs-MAPE

+ **Division/Unit** : Department of Veterans Affairs / VHC - Community and Home Svc

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm

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

+ **Travel Required** : Yes / 20%

+ **Salary Range:** $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,129 - $85,232 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

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

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.

Earn a** **competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking and more!

This position provides outreach support in Southern Minnesota representing the Veteran Community Based Services team. This role will be focusing on implementing a regional Veteran Suicide Prevention Plan utilizing a multi-sector, community-based approach. The coordinator will engage with key support systems to improve overall mental health, enhance suicide prevention efforts, and promote well-being with Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF).

The Minnesota Veterans home locations in southern Minnesota are : Preston, Luverne, Fergus Falls and Montevideo. This position will be working primarily out of one of these four Minnesota Veterans Home as agreed upon by the agency and incumbent.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

+ Two (2) years of experience in mental health, suicide prevention, community health work, or community outreach programming.

+ Ability to work with community, state, or federal organizations.

+ Knowledge of specific mental or behavioral health issues and resources such as substance use disorder, mental and behavioral disorders that negatively impacts physical health.

+ Presentation and public speaking skills.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience working with Veteran programs and services.

+ Experience working with either the Veteran and/or active-duty service member population.

+ Experience in public speaking and presenting at conferences or community events.

+ Experience supporting or managing program delivery to community partners.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

+ A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s). When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.

+ A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.

+ Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

+ Finalists may be required to pass drivers license check.

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.