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Working Title: Employment and Family Efforts Supervisor

Job Class: Human Services Supervisor 3

Agency: Human Services Department

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 08/24/2024

• Closing Date : 09/13/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Central Office MMA

• Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / ADSA DS Integration

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Not Applicable Shift, 8:00am-4:30pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, up to 5%

• Salary Range: $37.60 - $54.16 / hourly; $81,348 - $113,086 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

This is a reposting. Current applicants do not need to reapply.

a) This position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for Telework or a mixture of working in our office and Telework

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.

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 Inter-Agency Efforts Supervisor leads transformative initiatives in disability services focused to help people plan for the future, find meaningful employment, and achieve financial well-being. The Supervisor oversees a dynamic team of change agents who collaborate with state agencies, program participants and community partners to align efforts to reach the following key outcomes.

• Employment - Minnesotans with disabilities work in competitive, integrated employment and receive the support they need to succeed.

• Benefits Planning - Minnesotans with disabilities receive on-going benefits planning support to make informed decisions, work to their full potential, and build financial stability.

• Family Connections - Families who have children with disabilities are connected to information, tools, and supports to meet their needs, and plan for their child’s future.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated leadership experience*

*Leadership experience can include:

• Experience as a supervisor, leadworker, team lead, project lead;

• Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI, L4);

• A paid/unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee (e.g. ERG) - experience must include:

• 1+ year of experience identifying issues, goals and strategic actions

• 100+ hours per year time commitment

AND

4 years of specialized professional work demonstrating the following:

• Driving systems change and leading strategic planning efforts across diverse partners, ensuring effective collaboration and positive impact

• Shaping public policy: Developing, analyzing, and administering public policy, grants, and budgets

• Knowledge of the disability community, history, and the team’s areas of focus (employment, family connections, and benefits planning)

• Knowledge of state and federal programs that help people with disabilities live an inclusive life, including Minnesota’s home and community-based supports programs, systems, financing, coverage, and administrative operations; related state programs/supports and federal programs (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid)

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep Knowledge of Related Public Policy and Systems - demonstrated expertise in disability and employment policy, including understanding unique issues and systems related to families with minors.

• Advanced Communication, Persuasion and Negotiation Skills - c apacity to effectively communicate, inspire, motivate, and influence others.

• Advanced Leadership Experience - previous supervisory experience and leading cross agency collaborations; integrated, coordinated, and reconciled diverse partner interests, mandates, and goals.

• Cultural Competence - working effectively with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

• Creative Problem-Solving - creativity in finding innovative solutions to complex challenges.

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.