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Working Title: Legislative and Policy Coordinator
Job Class: Human Services Program Consultant
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 01/19/2023
• Closing Date: 02/08/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Division/Unit: DHS-Payroll / CS&P Leadership
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Work Hours: 8:00am -4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes (5-10%, Local Travel to trainings or community engagement)
• Salary Range: $32.13 - $47.65 / hourly; $67,087 - $99,493 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

The primary purpose of this position is to support the Child Safety and Permanency Division efforts to improve safety, permanency, and wellbeing outcomes for children involved in public child welfare in Minnesota. The uniqueness of this position is the focus on state and federal law and policy that governs our work. The person in this position will provide external guidance and technical assistance within the continuum of child welfare services ranging from child maltreatment screening decisions to finalization of permanency. This position provides support in the completion of state legislative and federal reviews of child welfare practice in Minnesota. The person in this position will also serve as the legislative lead representing the division in the development and representation of division legislative proposals.

We’re proud to come to work every day knowing that what we do has a direct impact on people’s lives, with our core values guiding us every step of the way. Join us to invest in yourself, your career, and the community!

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of professional experience in public child welfare or child protection services.

Experience must demonstrate the following:

• Knowledge of federal/state law, regulations, policies relating to public child welfare
• Experience in analyzing child welfare laws and providing policy and legal interpretations
• Experience with the legislative processes
• Ability to effectively and efficiently communicate complex legal terms to individuals with-out a legal background

Preferred Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degreed or graduating from an American Bar Association
• Experience consulting and convening key stakeholder regarding potential policy and legislative proposals
• Experience with administrative simplifications that promote better government

Additional Requirements

• Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) criminal background check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background check.

• Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance. It also includes contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Jamie Sorenson at jamie.sorenson@state.mn.us or 651.431.4655.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID # 62395, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Katie Xiong at katie.xiong@state.mn.us.

About Human Services Dept

WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! The Minnesota Department of Human Services impacts the lives of 1.7 million people every year, helping them meet their basic needs so they can achieve their highest potential.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations 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 careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.