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Working Title: Payment and Systems Specialist

Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 1

Agency: Human Services Dept

+ **Job ID** : 91510

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Limited

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

+ **Date Posted** : 01/16/2026

+ **Closing Date** : 01/22/2026

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

+ **Division/Unit** : Department of Human Services (DHS) / Office of Inspector General (OIG)-LIC Payment Operations

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

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

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 - $89,658 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Unclassified

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

+ **End Date** : 01/29/2027

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

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 is a Temporary Unclassified opportunity for approximately one (1) year._

Under general supervision, the Payment and Systems Specialist is responsible for the development and implementation of a license fee invoicing process for indirectly licensed programs (approximately 5,500 in the state), as well as leading the invoicing process for all directly licensed programs. The incumbent directs and executes complex, high-risk studies of division functions; performs advanced budgetary formulation, execution, and analysis in collaboration with other Office of Inspector General (OIG) staff; and provides leadership and direction to streamline processes and inform the financial and budgetary planning and decisions within the Licensing Division. Additionally, this position will have daily tasks and projects assigned by the supervisor to complete while working both independently and with a team.

The incumbent serves as a subject matter expert and liaison in the division and along with the Licensing Finance and Systems Supervisor, will interact with other financial staff in the department and produce reports as needed. The incumbent will actively participate in enterprise-wide projects and initiatives and will assist in organizing the escalation of issues between the Financial Operations Division (FOD), other units in the Division, across the OIG administration, and Department of Human Services (DHS).

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 designing, developing, and implementing an invoicing process.

AND

Experience must demonstrate the following:

+ Develop and maintain documentation, workflows, and standard operating procedures.

+ Working knowledge of state, or non-state accounting principles and practices.

+ Analyze existing billing systems and processes to identify gaps and areas for improvement.

+ Analyze financial data and make informed decisions based on data.

+ Provide technical assistance sufficient to answer questions and advise others on the work and functions of the Operations Unit.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Understanding of bookkeeping and/or accounting clerical procedures related to accounts payable, check/cash collection.

+ Knowledge of data privacy, data security, breaches – policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.

+ Posting, verifying, compiling, and reconciling numbers/figures.

+ Skill in analyzing and interpreting financial records.

+ Advanced computer skills (MS Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and SharePoint).

+ Navigate online databases.

+ Excellent organizational skills; accuracy and attention to detail.

+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

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

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

It is the policy of the Department of Human Services that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, including the following components:

+ Criminal background check

+ Reference check

+ Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)

Complete the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Security Awareness training within 3-business days from the start of employment; and successfully obtain/retain CJIS certification annually.

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.