Working Title: Licensing Consultant
Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 88400
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 : 08/21/2025
Closing Date : 09/05/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
Division/Unit : Department of Human Services / Office of Inspector General (OIG) AFC CRS Licensing Unit
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes
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 (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.
*Approximately, 15% travel.
*This position eligible for telework 50% of the time according to the policy telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) and for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance.
This position exists to execute the Commissioner of Human Services responsibility for administration and oversight of licensing functions related to adult foster care, community residential settings, and child foster residence settings which are delegated to county licensing agencies; and for certifying county agencies to perform licensing functions. This is accomplished by providing oversight, direction, and expert consultation to county agencies licensing activities so that their licensing activities are conducted in compliance with Minnesota Statutes, Chapters 245A and 245C, MN Rule 9555, and other applicable laws and rules so that the health, safety, and rights of vulnerable adults and children served in these programs are protected.
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 performing delegated licensing functions for adult foster care, community residential setting, child foster residence setting, or family adult day services or overseeing regulatory compliance for services delivered in a Department of Human Services (DHS) licensed residential program serving vulnerable adults and/or children.
AND
Experience must demonstrate the following:
Develop and deliver training on a wide range of licensing activities, standards and requirements.
Knowledge of administrative, civil, and criminal law affecting the licensing function sufficient to evaluate findings and determine appropriate licensing actions.
Basic investigative methodology.
Review and respond to inquiries from license holders and applicants.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to certify and authorize county and private agencies through the Rule 13 review process to ensure that licensing rules and laws regarding adult foster care, community residential settings, child foster residence settings, and family adult day services are uniformly enforced throughout the state.
Ability to conceptualize, implement, and evaluate a system of licensing policies and procedures which is consistently practiced statewide.
Adapt to continuous organizational and work priority changes sufficient to work constructively under pressure and cope with ambiguity and setbacks.
Ability to negotiate effectively with county agency personnel when their recommendations are not consistent with DHS expectations and procedures.
Ability to synthesize complex and sometimes conflicting information to make appropriate determinations regarding licensing actions and provide direction to licensing personnel.
Organize work and time to effectively complete work tasks as assigned and on time.
Coherently and effectively communicate verbally (in-person, by telephone or other electronic video/audio mediums) and in writing sufficient to obtain and share necessary information.
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
It is the policy of the Department of Human Services that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, including the following components:
Criminal background check
Reference check
Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)
Complete the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Security Awareness training within 3-business days from the start of employment; and successfully obtain/retain CJIS certification annually.
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.
