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State of Minnesota Reimbursement Claims Specialist - Community Svcs Program Spec 3 in St. Paul, Minnesota
Working Title: Reimbursement Claims Specialist
Job Class: Community Services Program Specialist 3
Agency: Public Safety Dept
Job ID : 84832
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers and DPS employees eligible to bid (permanent, classified employees in the same job and class). Eligible bidders should apply through self-service and confirm their bid by emailing megan.lund@state.mn.us by 11:59 pm 03/24/2025.
Date Posted : 03/18/2025
Closing Date : 03/24/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MAPE
Division/Unit : Office of Justice Programs / OJP Crime Victims Reparations
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
This position serves as a senior claims specialist for the Office of Justice Programs, Minnesota Crime Victims Reimbursement Program. The reimbursement claims specialist serves an advanced capacity and communicates and works with victims, applicants, victim services providers, law enforcement, and other criminal justice professionals. Position applies the provisions for Minnesota Statutes 611A.52 - 611A.67, the Minnesota Crime Victims Reimbursement Act.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please include a cover letter and ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Two* (2) years of experience analyzing complex documents, claims, and determining eligibility for programs within one of the following areas: human services, social work, medical services and/or legal services.
Experience with leadwork, direction and coaching.
Experience working with those impacted by violent crimes, victim services, social services, and/or law enforcement and the complexity of navigating resources and barriers.
Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualifications will be further evaluated on the following :
Experience working with community organizations and stakeholders
Analysis, decision making and problem solving sufficient to evaluate current policies, procedures and processes for those most impacted by crime or have not traditionally received services or information from OJP.
Ability to adapt to continuous organizational and program changes sufficient to work constructively under pressure and cope with ambiguity and setbacks.
Ability to strengthen existing relationships with OJP stakeholders, community organizations and interested parties that would either benefit from OJP services, strengthen OJPs work, or to develop new partnerships.
Written communication skills including the ability to write reports, procedures, policies, and correspondence sufficient to describe, promote, and justify current and future program initiatives and outcomes.
Knowledge of crime victim concerns, needs and trauma informed approaches.
*Bachelor degree or higher may substitute for one year of required experience
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of OJP services and programs; principles and practices of victim services, including Minnesota Chapter 611A -Victims Bill of Rights
Experience determining eligibility and compliance with State and Federal guidelines and statues related to victim services.
Experience supporting or managing program delivery to community partners.
Knowledge of medical billing codes and medical terminology.
Physical Requirements
Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. May need to maintain stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, includes the following components:
1) criminal history
2) reference check
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.