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Working Title: Policy Analyst

Job Class: Human Services Program Consultant

Agency: Human Services Dept

+ **Job ID** : 87758

+ **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** : 07/23/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 08/05/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office

+ **Division/Unit** : Department of Human Services (DHS) / Office of Inspector General (OIG) EOP Licensing Policy Team

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

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

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $35.43 - $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 - $109,682 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

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

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Administrative

+ 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 is eligible for_** telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) **_for applicants who reside in Minnesota_** **_or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework._

This position exists to _lead the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Enterprise and Operations Policy unit in initiating policy improvements to enhance enforcement, monitoring and compliance of licensing standards both within Department of Human Services (DHS) and across state agencies. Under administrative direction of the OIG Legislative Policy and Stakeholder Engagement Manager,_ _the incumbent assists the OIG Enterprise and Operations Policy unit, the Deputy Inspector General and the OIG Management Team by performing lead work regarding the development and implementation of_ Early Intensive Developmental Behavioral and Intervention (EIDBI) _licensing standards that cut across multiple units within DHS and other agencies._

_Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:_

+ _Lead_ the development and implementation of licensing standards and processes for EIDBI programs for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or related conditions.

+ Provide the Department direction on the strategic planning and policy development for implementing an EIDBI license.

+ Lead teams of department, cross-agency and other partners to develop statewide licensing standards for EIDBI providers, including, but not limited to, basic health and safety standards, physical plant standards, medication management, privacy and use of cameras where EIDBI services are provided, third-party billing procedures and requirements, and measures of clinical effectiveness.

+ Identify, design, implement and evaluate data, trends, policies and procedures impacting EIDBI providers and services.

+ Lead legislative and rule policy development, communications, reports, and stakeholder engagement efforts for EIDBI programs, facilities, and services.

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 of experience in the development of _policy and program recommendations pertaining state programs or the analysis and implementation of legislative or policy proposals, projects, and other policy initiatives._

Experience must demonstrate the following:

+ Lead in the development and implementation of licensing standards and processes that govern state programs, particularly the Early Intensive Developmental Behavioral and Intervention (EIDBI)/autism programs.

+ _Research and analysis skills._

+ _Apply policy principles to practice and methods._

+ Develop guidance documents to assist license holders in understanding regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

+ _Previous work on developing policy proposals and drafting legislation._

+ _Technical knowledge of the health care and human services system, administrative law processes, and the legislative process, with excellent interpersonal relationship skills, research skills, organizational skills and a working knowledge of regulatory systems._

+ _Ability to understand and quickly process data, policy, and research questions._

+ _Experienced in Project Management._

+ Design forms for new requirements that are user-friendly and capture necessary information.

+ _Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing._

+ _Ability to lead and organize large group stakeholder efforts, both in-person and virtually._

+ Designs and directs communication strategies (i.e. webinars) for legislative implementation plans, including ensuring information is presented to licensors and license and certification holders in plain language.

+ Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures, including the Somali community and other East African communities.

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.