Research and Performance Management Unit Supervisor / Human Services Supervisor 4, St. Paul, Minnesota

When all employees are embraced, respected and heard, we will build a collaborative, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist culture where everyone thrives.

Working Title: Research and Performance Management Unit Supervisor / Human Services Supervisor 4
Job Class: Human Services Supervisor 4
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/27/2024
• Closing Date: 05/17/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DHS Central Office MMA
• Division/Unit: Aging and Disability Services / Fiscal Analysis & Results Management
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day shift, 8:00am-4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $40.17 - $57.65 / hourly; $83,874 - $120,373 / 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 : Yes

This team is currently Teleworking; however, this may change in the future with notice

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.

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Job Summary

The Research and Performance Management Unit Supervisor will provide leadership and supervisory oversight to a team of specialists and data analysts who conduct cross-divisional, highly visible, and impactful research and evaluation studies and performance management activities in the Aging and Disability Services Administration (ADSA). Using an equity and continuous improvement lens, the incumbent will provide directions and strategies in the development and implementation phases to cultivate and strengthen ADSA's approach to data-driven planning and decision-making, program evaluation and research, performance management, and improvement to Minnesota's LTSS system and programs. Responsibilities include:

• Manage the work and provide supervision and support to a team of research and evaluation analytics professionals
• Assign and supervise complex research and evaluation projects related to disability and aging waiver programs and other major programs in the administration
• Drive performance management and systems efforts across ADSA to optimize operations, performances, and service delivery
• Provide other support and lead special projects as needed to carry out the responsibilities of the unit, division, and department

Qualifications

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:

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

o 100+ hours per year time commitment

AND

4 years of specialized professional work experience in long-term services and support financing and service delivery systems. Experience must demonstrate the following:

• Knowledge of long-term services and supports under Medicare and Medicaid

• Experience with evaluation and performance measurement, including qualitative and quantitative study design

• Experience working with Institutional Review Boards, serving as principal investigator, conducting human subjects research, or similar

• Use analytical and visualization tools, such as Microsoft Excel and Tableau, for data manipulation, advanced statistical analysis, reporting, user-interface development, and creation of advanced visualization tools such as interactive dashboards

Planning methodologies, including large-scale project management experience managing simultaneous, numerous and complex cross-divisional projects, including working across different administrations, agencies, and external organizations on projects of high visibility and interest to the Legislature, MMB, lead agencies, and other external DHS partners

Preferred Qualifications

• Analyze, interpret, and assess potential impact of complex or vague laws and rules requiring ADSA to complete large-scale evaluations or research that inform future legislative action, ADSA policy goals and operations, and inform fiscal analysis team cost and utilization determinations
• Analyze information and initiate policy discussion that results in staff recommendations for the purpose of improving services for older adults and people with disabilities
• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and/or 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.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .

If you have questions about the position, contact Mor Vue at mor.vue@state.mn.us .

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to JaKeya Spencer at jakeya.spencer@state.mn.us .

If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Human Services' ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or DHS_ADA@state.mn.us for assistance.

About Human Services Dept

WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! The Minnesota Department of Human Services impacts the lives of 1.7 million people every year, helping them meet their basic needs so they can achieve their highest potential.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations 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 and indicate what assistance is needed.