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Working Title: Business Alignment Representative

Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 83711

• 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 : 01/29/2025

• Closing Date : 02/11/2025

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

• Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / DHS Business Solutions Align

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / 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. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

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*

* Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available .*

This position works with colleagues across business and IT to evaluate change initiatives. The position will use enterprise level principles and processes to align change initiatives to the enterprise strategy and funding requests, recommend organizational change, and support business initiatives and transformation. This position also leads the evaluation of business change initiatives to ensure business alignment across the enterprise.

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

• Evaluates business cases submitted by program areas, counties, and/or Tribal nations using the enterprise standards set by the Business Alignment Coordinator.

• Analyzes proposed change initiatives by applying enterprise frameworks to the business problem to ensure that the business value is clearly defined and there are no gaps in capabilities, key player impacts, or strategic need.

• Participate in team activities for regular review and maintenance of enterprise frameworks to ensure that all initiatives are supported by all elements of the maps.

• Participate in governance groups within the human services structure to support work necessary to implement the strategic direction set forth by agency executive leadership.

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 in policy development, service delivery, system change management, program development and/or legislative changes relating to human services programs.

Experience must clearly demonstrate:

• Strong understanding of the human service delivery landscape.

• Demonstrated facilitation skills for large and small groups.

• Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills.

A Bachelor’s degree in public administration, public policy, organizational management, or a related degree may substitute for one (1) year of experience OR A Master’s degree in public administration, public policy, organizational management, or a related degree may substitute for two (2) years of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience administering human service programs for a Tribal Nation.

• Knowledge of business analysis, business architecture, or project management principles.

• Knowledgeofrolesandrelationshipsofcounty,tribal,stateandfederalgovernments.

• Ability to manage multiple initiatives across a variety of program areas.

• Highly developed problem-solving skills, creativity, initiative, adaptability, integrity, and trust.

• Strong human relations and communication skills; communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing.

• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

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.