Job Information
State of Minnesota Assistant Deputy Inspector General / Human Services Manager 3 in St. Paul, Minnesota
Working Title: Assistant Deputy Inspector General
Job Class: Human Services Manager 3
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 84281
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 : 02/20/2025
Closing Date : 03/12/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Manager
Division/Unit : Department of Human Services (DHS) / Office of Inspector General (OIG) SIRS/MA
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes
Salary Range: $46.68 - $67.01 / hourly; $97,467 - $139,916 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep
FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
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 (DHS) 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 position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for Telework (https://dhs.intranet.mn.gov/buildings-facilities/hybrid-telework/telework/index.jsp) or a mixture of working in our office and Telework (https://dhs.intranet.mn.gov/buildings-facilities/hybrid-telework/telework/index.jsp) .
*Approximately, 5% travel.
This position exists to provide director-level leadership to the Office of Inspector General’s Program Integrity Oversight Division, with emphasis on the Medicaid Audits and Investigations, Medicaid Program Integrity, FPI & MinnesotaCare, and Nicotine Point of Sale Prevention and Control units.
Under administrative direction of the Deputy Inspector General of the Program Integrity Oversight Division, this position is responsible for executive leadership, operational management, administration, strategic planning, and coordination and direction of fraud and abuse prevention, detection, and investigation functions of health, social services, and economic assistance benefit programs administered and/or overseen by Department of Human Services (DHS). This position provides leadership in the Program Integrity Oversight Division, within the Office of Inspector General (OIG), and in department-wide forums, across administrations, other state and federal agencies, and counties.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Strategic planning and setting strategic direction.
Agency-wide coordination of program development, including policy analysis, development, implementation, and/or coordination of agency activities with those of state, regional, and federal advisory committees, or other state and local agencies with similar targeted or related programs.
Large-scale coordination and implementation of project activities and initiatives.
On-going evaluation and reporting for multiple efforts at the state, regional, and federal committees. Develops and recommends budgetary and legislative proposals including new and revised statute, rules, policies, procedures, and budget requests.
Recommends policy alternatives to resolve controversial, sensitive, and complex issues.
Assumes the responsibilities of the Deputy Inspector General of Licensing, in his/her absence.
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.
Professional leadership or supervisory experience; AND
Two (2) years of health and/or human services regulatory compliance experience managing programs, including strategic planning and directing the work of staff; OR
Five (5) years of professional leadership or supervisory experience
Experience must demonstrate the following:
Knowledge of preventing, detecting, and investigating fraud, waste, and abuse.
Designing and/or implementing data-driven policies, procedures, and/or practices.
Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the following:
Government agencies and how they function.
Program integrity principles and policies for Medicaid, Fraud Prevention Investigation (FPI), MinnesotaCare, and Nicotine Point of Sale Prevention and Control.
State and county human services delivery and management systems.
Skill in organizational and change management.
Ability to represent DHS, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) and Minnesota State government at state and national professional groups and the annual conferences of constituent groups.
Minnesota’s Health Care Programs (MHCP) and Medicaid.
Human services and public assistance programs administered by and/or overseen by Department of Human Services (DHS).
Legislature and public policy development.
Program integrity principles, functions, activities, processes, and practices.
State budget and fiscal frameworks necessary to inform annual budget setting, budget proposal development, and budget execution activities.
Critical thinking to the extent that the incumbent can make executive level decisions.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with staff from county human service agencies, and with other public and private organizations and individuals involved in issues related to the Department’s compliance with all requirements of state and federal laws
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.
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.