Legislative and Program Budget Director - St. Paul, United States - Department of Human Services - Direct Care and Treatment

Description

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

Working Title: Legislative and Program Budget Director
Job Class: Human Services Manager 3
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 03/18/2024
• Closing Date: 04/17/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DHS Manager
• Division/Unit: Health Care Administration / Assistant Commissioner
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $ $64.12 / hourly; $93,270 - $133,882 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : 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.

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Job Summary

At DHS, we are firm believers of diversity, equity, and inclusion and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply

This position serves as the legislative and program budget director for the DHS Health Care Administration (HCA). DHS management of Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP) is centralized in HCA. This position is responsible for MHCP's strategic fiscal program leadership. This requires the incumbent to lead collaboration across all DHS administrations that touch Medicaid to ensure effective financial coordination and transparency across the enterprise. The person in this role makes executive level fiscal decisions for MHCP management and strategies. The incumbent is responsible for aligning financial analysis and decision-making of the more than $17 billion Medicaid program budget. The HCA Legislative & Program Budget Director serves as an advisor to executive leadership and Medicaid leaders across the agency on all matters pertaining to the MHCP program budget. Critical components of this role include the integration of legislative budget with policy planning, the support of financial compliance controls, and the provision of fiscal strategies to ensure that operational budgetary planning with an outcome of long-term goals for fiscal stability and innovation to meet Minnesota's core Medicaid needs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Professional leadership or supervisory experience
• Two (2) years of health care finance and budget management for a government agency, non-profit or health care accounting setting
• Managerial and resource management experience relevant to managing policy-based business operations
• Interpretation of state and federal level policies impacting health care programs, policies, health care purchasing strategies, and operations
• Knowledge of the legislative process and how budgets are set at the state level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's in Business Administration or Public Policy;
• Experience with state or local government accounting systems;
• Experience and knowledge of Minnesota Health Care Programs, including Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare;
• Extensive resource and project management experience;
• Experience with the SWIFT accounting system used by the State of Minnesota.
• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and 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 or email . For additional information about the application process, go to .

If you have questions about the position, contact Jill Sweiven at

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 Kelly Ellich at .

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 or 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 or email and indicate what assistance is needed.