Working Title: Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder/Children's Residential Facility Unit Supervisor
Job Class: Human Services Supervisor 3
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 88590
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 : 08/29/2025
Closing Date : 09/11/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Central Office MMA
Division/Unit : Department of Human Services (DHS) / Office of Inspector General (OIG) LS MH/CD 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: $37.60 - $54.16 / hourly; $78,508 - $113,086 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
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 is eligible for telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.
Approximately, 20% - 25% travel .*
This position exists to supervise statewide licensing of mental health, substance use disorder, and children's residential facilities licensed by the Department of Human Services. This includes supervising staff who conduct inspections and investigations related to licensing, evaluating and approving licensing actions, developing policies, processes, and tools to most efficiently complete the work, and interacting with multiple stakeholders to promote understanding of the licensing processes and compliance with the regulations.
Experience includes but not limited to:
Interpret state laws and rules that apply to licensed/certified programs to assure that:
Inspections and investigations of programs are conducted as required and that licensing actions are completed in accordance with regulations.
Licensing sanctions are issued as required.
Variances issued to programs are granted based on identified standards.
Manage the workflow and output of the unit.
Manage staff, including hiring, supervising, evaluating, and, if needed, taking disciplinary action.
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.
Demonstrated leadership experience
Leadership experience can include:
Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead;
Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI, L4);
A paid/unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee (e.g. ERG) - experience must include:
o 1+ year of experience identifying issues, goals and strategic actions
o 100+ hours per year time commitment
AND
Four (4) years of experience in methods to investigate issues and monitor compliance with regulatory requirements related to mental health, substance use disorder, and children's residential facilities.
Experience must demonstrate the following:
Develop and maintain policies, procedures, protocols, and/or tools to direct staff in completing licensing work, including updating policies as needed.
Identify or resolve case or license issues.
Knowledge of state and federal rules, regulations or laws governing licensed facilities and programs.
Review that all licensing actions including correction orders, negative actions, and/or investigation findings are completed in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of contemporary methods used in providing services to children and adults in licensed programs.
Understanding of administrative, civil and criminal law affecting the licensing functions and actions.
Decide whether variances to licensing requirements may be granted based on the nature of the request as it relates to the possible affect on the health, safety and well-being of the people receiving services.
Adapt to new and changing regulations and protocols.
Apply knowledge and information to develop new or improve processes or to solve problems.
Manage and evaluate projects or the work of others.
Cope with the demands and fast pace of routine work and special assignments.
Perform in a professional manner consistent with division standards.
Conduct and participate in internal and external meetings, task force groups and workgroups.
Work and communicate effectively with a wide range of people of varying backgrounds and with people who have varying levels of understanding of the subject matter
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.
