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Working Title: Technical Application Finance Specialist

Job Class: Management Analyst 3

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 81709

• Location : Statewide

• Telework Eligible : Yes - This position is currently Teleworking (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf)

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 11/08/2024

• Closing Date : 11/18/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Human Services / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs

• Division/Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Information Infrastructure

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

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,129 - $85,232 / 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 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.

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.

Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our DCT Information Infrastructure Team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Technical Application Finance Specialist! This position coordinates and monitors procurement of information technology equipment and triages service authorizations for DCT staff. This position also manages the DCT Operations Support budget as it relates to information technology subscriptions, licenses, and equipment, and manages the application inventory system.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Technical Service Liaison to MN.IT, to ensure electronic data systems are authorized and efficiently obtained for DCT staff. Manage the DCT Operations Support budget as it relates to information technology contracts, subscriptions, and licenses to ensure continuity of service.

• Manage workgroups consisting of members from different DCT divisions to address concerns and formulate solutions regarding process and procurement concerns.

• Manage the DCT Application Inventory System. Work with divisions to determine recovery priorities and update information required for MN.IT to provide technical support to over 140 applications.

• Serve as the Business Administrator for the various applications, managing access and permission levels for users of the various systems.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience with inventory, procurement, or management of technology that demonstrates the following:

• Experience procuring goods and services through communication with business areas and vendors.

• Experience reconciling and approving invoices.

• Experience using software such as SWIFT, EIOR, Business Objects, Excel, Access, and/or SharePoint.

• Experience with process improvement.

Note: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, finance, or related may substitute for 1 year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Certified Health Data Analyst.

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a 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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.