Child Care Assistance Program Modernization Consultant/Human Svcs Prog Consultant, St. Paul, Minnesota

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Working Title: Child Care Assistance Program Modernization Consultant
Job Class: Human Services Program Consultant
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/16/2024
• Closing Date: 04/29/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Division/Unit: DHS- Central Office / Children and Family Services / Childcare Services
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes, occasional in and out of state
• Salary Range: $33.90 - $50.27 / hourly; $70,783 - $104,963 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/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

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

As a Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) Modernization Consultant, you will lead new initiatives and direct continuous implementation of information technology (IT) processes and products to support federal and state regulations pertaining to the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP). Responsibilities include:

• Lead the procurement, development, and implementation of an integrated, modernized service delivery system and explore options for future solutions that prioritize user experiences.
• Function as a system and business process expert, representing CCAP on technology system projects by coordinating changes and ushering enhancements across the department with MNIT, external vendors and end users.
• Deliver high quality results in a timely manner, aligning with project objectives, and promising a consistent and easy to navigate user experience through human centered design principles.
• Build internal capacity around new ways of working, harmonize with other cross agency modernization initiatives and enterprise frameworks, and drive change management while having knowledge of and incorporating state and federal policies and regulations into IT processes and change; strategically guide work with the Department of Education's Early Learning Scholarships (ELS) administration to ensure alignment with Great Start for All Children Task Force recommendations.
• Advance the agency's mission, values, and goals by complying with all applicable laws and policies, and maintain a workplace that is ethical, respectful, and professional by displaying and demonstrating a commitment to advancing positive outcomes in diversity, equity, inclusion and antiracism for colleagues and the people our agency serves.

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 professional experience in human services, public assistance programs and/or early childhood/school aged care. Experience must demonstrate the following:

• Experience leading efforts that result in change to systems, policies or programs.
• Facilitation and presentation experience.
• Creating and implementing project plans.
• Fiscal and in-depth policy analysis sufficient to analyze legislative bills and federal law changes.
• Understanding of the roles and relationships of county, state, tribal, federal and community agencies.
• Knowledge of federal or state early childhood and school age care policy and programmatic issues.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in public administration, human services, or child care
• Experience with the Child Care Assistance Program or similar publicly funded human services focused on children and families
• Experience with analyzing federal and state legislation, and rules governing the Child Care Assistance Program
• Experience with data systems, data elements and application software solutions and web technologies
• Knowledge of and/or experience with principles of human-centered design, business process redesign, program simplification, continuous improvement, strategic planning, and change management.
• 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 Andrea Lentini at andrea.lentini@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.