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Working Title: Tort Lead / Special Projects Specialist

Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 1

Agency: Human Services Dept

+ **Job ID** : 87865

+ **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** : 07/29/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 08/04/2025

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

+ **Division/Unit** : Health Care Administration / Integrity and Accountability

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

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

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $28.82 - $42.31 / hourly; $60,176 - $88,343 / 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 Department of Human Services 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 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.

The Tort Recovery Unit (TRU) is in the Health Care Integrity & Accountability (HCIA) division. TRU exists to assure that Medical Assistance (MA) is the payor of last resort in cases where a third-party is liable for medical expenses paid by the Department of Human Services (DHS). The incumbent files interventions on behalf of the agency in workers’ compensation (WC) claims and tort claims—including, no-fault, third-party auto, home-owners, and medical malpractice claims—where DHS has paid related medical expenses and cash payments. In addition, this position will be responsible for developing and conducting team trainings, serve as a project lead and become the teams subject matter expert for data.

Main responsibilities include:

+ Special Projects Lead.

+ Subject Matter Expert (SME) for tort-related data and administer ongoing data analysis.

+ Trains new team members and existing team members as needed on new procedures along with developing related documentation.

+ Identifies, investigates, and prepares legal documentation supporting the recovery of third-party funds where MA and/or cash subsistence programs paid for health care claims or wage loss covered by: WC; No-Fault Auto; Third-Party Insurers; medical malpractice; criminal restitution; products liability/class action; and homeowners’ claims.

+ Uses MMIS, MAXIS, and other systems to review and establish DHS’ legal position in these cases.

+ Interacts with internal and external partners, attorneys, court officials, county workers, and MA enrollees.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Two (2) years professional experience working with Health Care and Benefit Programs such as: Minnesota Care, Medical Assistance (MA), General Assistance (GA), Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP)

OR

Two (2) years professional experience working with subrogation/personal injury (auto accidents, workers’ compensation, etc.) cases.

AND

+ Experience as project lead or as part of a project team.

+ Conducting training and development of related documentation.

_*** Bachelor’s degree or higher in health care administration, business administration or related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional experience***_

Preferred Qualifications

+ Knowledge of data warehouse and database design.

+ Experience with eligibility and financial technology systems (such as METS, MAXIS, MMIS, Optima) and commonly used Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook.

+ Experience reading, interpreting and implementing policies and procedures.

+ Paralegal or law firm experience working with personal injury related matters.

+ Training including development of supporting documentation.

+ Experience with system modernization and planning.

+ Process Improvement experience

+ 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.