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Working Title: Director of Legislation and External Affairs

Job Class: Human Services Program Coordinator

Agency: Human Services Dept

+ **Job ID** : 89298

+ **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** : 10/01/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 10/14/2025

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

+ **Division/Unit** : DHS-Central Office / DHS Leg Affairs Staff

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

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

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $39.93 - $59.35 / hourly; $83,373 - $123,922 / 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 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 posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies***_

_***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.***_

The incumbent(s) will serve as Director of Legislation and External Affairs. This posting is available for three (3) distinct positions:

+ Director of Legislation and External Affairs – Behavioral Health Administration (BHA);

+ Director of Legislation and External Affairs – Aging and Disability Servies Administration (ADSA); and

+ Director of Legislation and External Affairs – Health Care Administration (HCA).

These positions direct the legislative agenda for their respective Administration and Divisions. The incumbent(s) is responsible for leading the development of department and administration priority change initiatives, with a focus on initiatives that result in legislation.

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

+ Directing and leadingthelegislative policy and budget agendaforassigned administration(s).

+ Leadingmajorpolicy and legislative changeinitiatives across the agency.

+ Providingleadworkandmentoringtheassignedlegislationliaison(s), administration and division-levelsuch as legislative coordinators.

+ Strengtheningandmanagingrelations related to legislative initiatives, DHS legislative process, and community priorities.

+ Acting as representative of the agency at legislative and community meetings.

+ Interpreting legislative language and drafting Governor’s policy and budget bills, as well as technical assistance for community partners.

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, day and year for each job held.**_

Four (4) years advanced level policy analysis experience with the primary focus being directly engaged in the legislative process.

Experience must also demonstrate the following:

+ Facilitating the development of consensus among many parties that represent diverse points of view.

+ Organization tracking, prioritizing, and understanding large amounts of information.

+ Advanced level policy analysis experience supported by relevant experience to monitor and develop policy recommendations and long-term financial strategies.

+ Understanding of statutory, session law, and administrative rule construction and interpretation, with some experience drafting legislation.

+ Public speaking experience and presentation skills to effectively present policy, legislative, and other information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Extensive experience engaged in the Minnesota legislative process with a focus on health and human services.

+ A Master’s degree in public affairs, public policy law, or similar area of study.

+ Extensive knowledge and experience working on public policy development for Medicaid and related human services programs.

+ Strong communication skills and experience presenting to leadership executives, community organizations, and legislators.

+ Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a 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.