Job Information
State of Minnesota Health and Programming Services Director (Health Services Director) in St. Paul, Minnesota
Working Title: Health and Programming Services Director (Health Services Director)
Job Class: Health Services Director
Agency: Corrections Dept
Job ID : 84659
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 : 03/18/2025
Closing Date : 04/07/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Corrections Dept / Corrections-CO-CS-Managerial
Division/Unit : Corrections - Central Office / DOC Dep Comm Client Svs & Supp
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes-up to 10% travel to facilities
Salary Range: $55.84 - $79.99 / hourly; $116,593 - $167,019 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep
FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
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.
This position is responsible for directing the administrative, financial, clinical and logistical operations of the Department of Corrections Health and Programming Services unit so that all incarcerated adults and juveniles are provided with a constitutional level of care, treatment and programming. This includes managing and directing all aspects of the Departments health care delivery system including medical, dental, behavioral health (MH, SUD, SO & Release Planning), and case management and programming services. The position also represents the agency on health care issues to the legislature, other state agencies, county jails and local law enforcement and private entities. In addition, this position provides strategic planning for the department in the areas of incarcerated person medical and behavioral health service delivery, specialized release planning, case management, agency and volunteer provided programming and recommends and implements related policy.
Minimum Qualifications
Four (4) years of progressively responsible management and supervisory experience that includes:
Proven leadership experience in healthcare management
Extensive knowledge of health care systems, including medical, dental, behavioral health, and case management services.
Experience managing large budgets, resources, and multidisciplinary teams.
Strong understanding of state and federal healthcare regulations.
Ability to negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships.
Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex operational and security challenges in a correctional setting.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including experience with policy development.
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments and external stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Psychology, Business Administration, or related field.
Experience in corrections health services or public health administration.
Experience working in a correctional setting.
Demonstrated knowledge of issues facing health care and programming in corrections.
Physical Requirements
The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position and may be required to complete a tuberculosis screening prior to hire. For a copy of the PDA, please email Cathy Bisser at cathy.j.bisser@state.mn.us
Additional Requirements
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.
Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.
New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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.