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State of Minnesota Cultural and Ethic Minority Grant Manager - Human Services Program Representative 2 in St. Paul, Minnesota
Working Title: Cultural and Ethic Minority Grant Manager
Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 80317
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/18/2024
Closing Date : 10/01/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / BHDH Adult MH
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am to 4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, (Quaterly for meetings and all staff retreats)
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.
*Telework (Within Minnesota or Neighboring States) and Flexible Hours Options Are Available.
The position is designed to serve as the principal specialist responsible for providing statewide policy leadership, direction, and coordination for the African American Mental Health Center grant program. The role includes supporting the Cultural and Ethnic Minority Infrastructure Grants (CEMIG) throughout the grant management process and some additional Culturally Specific grants including one-time legislated appropriations. Additionally, this position is tasked with coordinating with the Mental Health Supervision Grants program to ensure the equitable and non-duplicative distribution of grant funds to rural and underserved communities, with the goal of enhancing mental health services in these areas.
The incumbent will provide leadership, direction, and coordination across all phases of the grants and contracts process, which may span multiple program lines or involve all aspects of a specific program's operation. This includes managing pre-award, award, post-award, monitoring, and close-out phases in accordance with state and federal laws. The employee will support the development of and analyze fiscal expenditures, program evaluations, and quality indicators to draft data-informed recommendations aimed at improving the service delivery system. Moreover, the role involves offering statewide guidance on mental health and substance use evidence-based practices, while collaborating on related behavioral health policy initiatives to support an equitable, recovery-oriented system of care for underserved and rural populations.
In performing these duties, the incumbent will provide culturally competent technical assistance and consultation throughout the grants and contracts processes and program operations. This will involve engaging with a variety of stakeholders, including county and tribal governments, public health agencies, treatment providers, social service providers, advocacy groups, and other interested parties. Reporting directly to a supervisor, the incumbent will also be responsible for communicating activities, project outcomes, and progress to both internal and external stakeholders.
Specific position lead responsibilities and project work may change over time to reflect the Behavioral Health Administration priorities, initiatives, legislative updates, and funding.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
The employee will be responsible for directing the administration of all programmatic, technical, and budgetary aspects of the African American Mental Health Center Grant as well as additional culturally specific legislated one-time appropriations, grants, or sole source agreements. This role requires close collaboration with grantee provider organizations (vendors) to establish program goals and outcome measures that effectively address the mental health and substance use disorder needs of culturally specific individuals, families, and communities. The employee will ensure that these efforts are conducted in a culturally competent manner and in full compliance with applicable rules and legislation. Additionally, the employee will support the management of other legislatively appropriated funds that are dedicated to enhancing rural and culturally specific programs.
Works closely with CEMIG lead to administer technical and budgetary aspects of the Cultural and Ethnic Minority Infrastructure Grant (CEMIG) contracts; Coordinate with the Mental Health Supervision Grants program, with the Culturally Responsive Recovery Community Grants; and with the Department of Health’s culturally specific health care grants to ensure services are provided to the highest quality.
Develop, administer, and report on statewide grant-program criteria for three-to-five-year grant funding cycles to achieve legislative and policy goals within the limits of state and federal funding availability and legal requirements.
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 and year for each job held.
Three (3) years of experience demonstrating expertise with program budgets, contracts, and grants.
Experience must include:
Understanding of core contract and grant management standards and practices.
Grant knowledge, roles and relationships of county, tribal, state, and federal governments.
In-depth understanding of mental health and substance use disorder services, particularly as they relate to culturally specific populations.
Understanding of culturally specific practices and how they apply to mental health service delivery.
Project and program management skills and experience negotiating contracts terms to a wide variety of contractors and/or grantees.
Lived experience in an underserved community or passion and experience working with communities disproportionately impacted by mental health and substance use disorders.
*Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, public health, or other related fields may substitute for one (1) year of work experience.
Master’s degree in social work, psychology, public health, or other related fields may substitute for two (2) years of work experience.**
Preferred Qualifications
Variety of experiences working effectively with individuals from different backgrounds and cultures.
Experience using Fondant Grant Lifecyle Manager.
Experience with Minnesota’s grant management systems, such as the Contract Integration System, Enterprise Grant Management System, and SharePoint.
Strong human relations and communication skills; communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; respond openly to requests and concerns.
Knowledge of Minnesota’s Human Services Mental Health Programs and/or delivery systems.
Demonstrate a high level of soft skills to work collaboratively across divisions, administrations, and in partnership with community organizations.
Certified Grant Management Specialist Certification .
Additional Requirements
The MinnesotaDepartmentofHumanServices(DHS) will conduct criminalbackgroundchecksonallfinalistsforthis position.Finalistsmustpassthe DHS backgroundcheck.
Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to jobperformance.It alsoincludescontact withtheapplicant'sformer employer(s).
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.