Working Title: Reports and Forecasts Director / Admin Svcs Dir
Job Class: Administrative Services Director
Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept
Job ID : 88629
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 : 09/03/2025
Closing Date : 09/24/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Children Youth & Families Dept / DeptChildYth&Fam-Managerial
Division/Unit : DCYF/Finance
Work Shift: Day Shift
Work Hours : 8:00 am-4:30 pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $50.25 - $71.95 / hourly; $104,922 - $150,231 / 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 Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF 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.
Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) Within Minnesota and flexible hours options are available. Employees that live 50 miles or less from their primary/principal work location and live within the State may telework more than 50% with approval. Employees may telework outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a state bordering Minnesota and live 50 miles or less from the primary/principal work location.
The Reports & Forecasts Director directs the preparation of forecasts and fiscal notes, the management of data and reports for reporting to the federal government, and the preparation of other analyses and research to provide critical information to support DCYF strategic planning and positioning of resources. The incumbent will oversee research and analysis assuring the integrity of data contained in reports regarding: Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP), Child Care Assistance, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Early Childhood Family Education, Home Visiting Aid, and Health & Developmental Screening. The incumbent will also serve as DCYF's lead authority on DCYF forecasts and trends data.
Responsibilities include:
Manage and participate in the development of forecasts for DCYF cash and school aid programs for use in state budget preparation so that forecasts allow informed decisions by the executive branch and the Legislature.
Direct DCYF's use of trend and forecast data to anticipate the fiscal effects of demographic shifts and to account for state and federal policy changes.
Represent the Chief Financial Officer and DCYF Commissioner's Office as it relates to DCYF programs.
Manage the Division's federal reporting responsibilities and direct the development of other reports and data to inform DCYF policies.
Attend and present regarding forecast program data and methods at meetings and hearings involving DCYF and other state agency staff and members of the Legislature.
Represent the Chief Financial Officer, as requested, and serve as consultant to the administration's Executive Leadership Team.
Consult with the DCYF Commissioner and Assistant Commissioners regarding the acceptance and use of data and research generated by DCYF and external entities.
Direct the division's personnel activity so that staff are utilized in an effective manner and that labor agreement contracts and plans are equitably administered.
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.
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 Experience working with SSIS or similar software program
AND
Three (3) years of leadership, supervisory or managerial experience managing financial research and analysis or related programs, including strategic planning and directing the work of staff. Experience must include:
Experience using various accepted research methods for public programs; advanced-level analytical modeling, theory, and techniques; research design; sampling methods; and procedures needed to ensure and support data integrity
Proven judgement to manage public data and statistics which may withstand public scrutiny
Advanced level understanding of the implications of cost forecasts and trends impacting the short and long-range activities and planning of the agency and legislature
Experience applying research methodologies to analyze the impacts of policy and program changes
Preferred Qualifications
Understanding of the relevant aspects of federal law and regulations, and state law and rules governing the DCYF administration of its programs using state and federal funding.
Knowledge of the eligibility requirements and operations of the following DCYF programs: MFIP, Child Care Assistance, SNAP and school aid programs.
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - DCYF will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a 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.
