Great Start Compensation Product Manager/Human Svcs Prog Consultant, St. Paul, Minnesota

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

Working Title: Great Start Compensation Product Manager
Job Class: Human Services Program Consultant
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/26/2024
• Closing Date: 05/09/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Division/Unit: DHS / Children and Family Services / Childcare Services
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $33.90 - $50.27 / hourly; $70,783 - $104,963 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Employees/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
• 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.

In the 2023 legislative session, the Governor's Office, Minnesota legislature, and leaders for children and families worked in partnership to pass legislation establishing the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) to create a sustainable, public face for children's issues in state government. This new cabinet-level agency brings together programs centered on children and families, including child care and early learning, child support, child safety and permanency, economic support and food assistance, and youth opportunity. This position will become a part of DCYF.

Job Summary

***This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies***

*** Telework (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available.***

As a Great Start Compensation Product Manager, you will direct the strategic direction, development, and management of key digital products that support our mission and vision. You will lead a cross-functional team to enhance the user experience, maximize value to customers, and drive innovation in human services delivery. This role requires a strategic thinker with a customer-centric and growth mindset, strong leadership skills, and a passion for continuous learning, improvement, and knowledge sharing.

As part of the team, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Product Strategy and Planning: Develop and maintain a product vision, roadmap, and budget aligned with DHS mission and vision, equity policy, and strategic plan.
• Product Development and Management: Oversee end-to-end product lifecycle, ensuring high-quality delivery is aligned with product line objectives and user needs.
• Product Stakeholder Engagement: Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to foster collaboration with empathy, equity, and people centricity to enhance the user experience and maximize the value to internal and external customers.
• Product Team Leadership: Lead and inspire a cross-functional product team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

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 of specialized professional experience in product management and/or systems modernization or management. Experience must demonstrate the following:

• Experience leading teams using modern iterative, user centered, continuous delivery methodologies.
• Ability to interpret and leverage user research, user testing, and data analytics to make and validate product decisions.
• Experience with human centered design principles and practices.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Human services, early childhood education, regulatory licensing, program integrity audit and investigation program experience.
• Experience working effectively in a rapidly changing environment and shifting priorities appropriately to produce better product outcomes.
• Ability to stay updated with industry trends, new methodologies, and best practices to continuously improve product management skills.
• Skills in verbal and written communications to synthesize and organize large volumes of complex information and ideas and present them in a succinct, easily understandable fashion.
• Ability to generate commitment and excitement for the product vision with product stakeholders.
• Ability to establish a collective mindset or culture built around a unified vision with shared values, norms, and to influence the way product team members think, act, and collaborate.
• 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.

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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .

If you have questions about the position, contact Rozalyn Zuest at Rozalyn.Zuest@state.mn.us

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 Amy John at Amy.John@state.mn.us .

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 651-431-4945 or DHS_ADA@state.mn.us 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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.