Job Information
State of Minnesota Policy Analyst - Human Services Program Representative 2 in St. Paul, Minnesota
Working Title: Policy Analyst
Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 77698
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 : 06/18/2024
Closing Date : 07/08/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
Division/Unit : DHS - Central Office / CFS CSE Program Support
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $30.55 - $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,001 / 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 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.
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.
In the 2023 legislative session, the Governor’s Office, Minnesota legislature, and leaders for children and families worked in partnership to pass legislation establishing the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) to create a sustainable, public face for children’s issues in state government. This new cabinet-level agency brings together programs centered on children and families, including child care and early learning, child support, child safety and permanency, economic support and food assistance, and youth opportunity. This position will become a part of DCYF.
* Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available.*
This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies
As a Policy Analyst, you will be a part of the Policy and Planning Team within the Child Support Division. The purpose of this team is to develop policy; provide legal and policy analysis; coordinate the Division's legislative activity; build and maintain relationships with partners and stakeholders in the child support community; provide legal support to management and staff; and coordinate the Division's long-range planning and priority setting. The team also works closely with MN.IT on automation of policy and with other divisions across the Department as needed. As a recognized subject matter expert, the incumbent is responsible for providing support on issues related to the federal and state child support program with both internal and external audiences.
Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:
Develop and implement statewide child support policies.
Help maintain and act as publisher for the statewide child support policy manual.
Researchandanalyzepolicyoptionstodeterminetheissuesrelatedtoeachoption.
Researchand analyze, in depth,the programmatic and fiscal impact of proposed stateor federal legislation and proposed program or procedural changes.
Provide leadership and direction to the policy and organizational projects to improve overall efficiency of effectiveness of child support collections and services statewide.
Act as a subject matter expert to address policy issues and questions sent by county child support offices to the Division's Helpdesk and for questions relating to payment adjustments and policies of the Child Support Payment Center sent by internal staff.
Analyze policy and legislative proposals to ensure they are enforceable, in alignment with state and federal laws and other program requirements.
Lead and coordinate stakeholder engagement efforts with county and tribal agencies, private organizations, department policy areas, other state agencies, legislators, and other stakeholders on matters related to child support collections, services, and policy proposals.
Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to a variety of audiences, and independently manage workload.
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, day and year for each job held.*
Three (3) years professional experience providing policy analysis and development. Experience must demonstrate the following:
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to identify and evaluate information/data.
Ability to develop policy and program recommendations.
Demonstrated research and analysis skills.
Knowledge of the respective authorities and responsibilities of the federal, state, and local government specific to the child support program.
Knowledge of statutory construction and interpretation.
Ability to complete and incorporate equity analyses when developing and policy proposals.
Experience with Sharepoint.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working in the child support program.
Experience using the child support computer system (PRISM).
Previous work on developing policy proposals and drafting legislation.
Master's degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or health policy related field or a Juris Doctoral degree.
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Previous experience as a SharePoint Administrator or Content Manager.
Additional Requirements
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a 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.