Blind Inc.

Working Title: Lead Evaluator, Lead Agency Review Team

Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2

Agency: Human Services Department

• Job ID : 80243

• 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 : 09/16/2024

• Closing Date : 10/07/2024

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

• Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / ADSA Lead Agency Review

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

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, up to 30% including overnights

• 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

This position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for Telework or a mixture of working in our office and Telework

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.

The Lead Evaluator is responsible for leading the statewide administration of multi-source evaluations, utilizing comprehensive mixed-method approaches. These efforts work to evaluate County, Tribal Nation, and Managed Care organizations administration of HCBS programs and performance with key outcome-based measures. In addition, the Lead Evaluator represents the Lead Agency Review team in cross agency efforts on long term care policy, strategic planning, federal reporting, and legislation needs.

Responsibilities for this position include:

• Developing, executing, and revising the Lead Agency Review business Plan to ensure Aging & Disability Services Administration (ADSA) goals and priorities are met

• Leading the statewide administration of multi-source evaluations utilizing comprehensive mixed method approaches to determine Lead Agency technical compliance and performance with key outcome measures

• Serving as a technical resource consultant to ADSA business units, management, other divisions, and state agencies in defining and operationalizing measures that align with federal reporting obligations

• Identifying lead agency training, communication, and technical assistance needs and collaborating with partners across the administration to aide in the development of a strategic response to build capacity and support an integrated system

Specifically, the incumbent’s scope of work includes the following HCBS programs:

• Community Alternative Care (CAC) waiver

• Community Alternatives for Disabled Individuals (CADI) waiver

• Brain Injury (BI) waiver

• Developmental Disabilities (DD Waiver)

• Elderly Waiver (EW)

• Alternative Care (AC) program

• Home care programs

Minimum Qualifications

3 years professional experience developing, administering, and maintaining protocols used for program evaluation or similar reviews, for the assessment of compliance with state and federal requirements.

Experience must include the following:

• Experience with federal and state policies, regulations, and laws impacting the administration of HCBS programs including Medical Assistance, home health care programs, HCBS waivers (CAC, CADI, BI, DD, EW, AC) and other consumer directed services and supports

• Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate administrative and operational processes

• Strong analytical ability to synthesize common themes from data to draw conclusions on performance in the administration of HCBS programs

• Ability to communicate complex data analysis and write technical reports, conveying information clearly and concisely

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Public Health, Public Policy, or related field may substitute for 1 year of professional experience OR Master’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Public Health, Public Policy, or related field may substitute for 2 years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing feedback on suggested legislation and policy, program, and operational changes

• Ability to communicate clearly and accountably in highly visible public situations

• Expertise and an in-depth understanding of Minnesota’s disability and aging populations, their need for long term care, emerging trends, and equitable access with those populations

• 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.

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.