Working Title: MnCHOICES Data and Research Coordinator
Job Class: Agency Policy Specialist
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 88743
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 : 09/09/2025
Closing Date : 09/22/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / ADSA Evaluation & Perform Mgmt
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $34.18 - $50.69 / hourly; $71,367 - $105,840 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
This position is eligible for telework (chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/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.
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. 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.
The MnCHOICES Data and Research Coordinator functions as a senior research scientist and data strategist responsible for leading complex, cross-functional research, statistical analysis, and data integration efforts. The primary focus is to transform MnCHOICES-Minnesota's comprehensive, web-based assessment and planning tool used by counties, tribal nations, and managed care organizations to determine eligibility for Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS)-into a fully integrated, analytically robust data source within the DHS Data Warehouse, and to develop, execute, and advise on research studies using MnCHOICES and other data. Responsibilities include:
Provide strategic leadership in linking MnCHOICES data with other key datasets to generate actionable insights that support policy development, program oversight, and data-driven decision-making
Serve as a project lead of the MnCHOICES Data Workgroup and the MnCHOICES data QA workgroup and co-project lead of the Data Acquisition and Reporting Team (DART) System Governance Group, guiding the work of developers, QA analysts, data analysts, and Research and Evaluation staff
Design and conduct advanced research studies and statistical analyses-such as the development of predictive algorithms, scoring tools, and analytic scales-to improve the usability, integrity, and strategic application of MnCHOICES data across DHS programs
Work in close collaboration with the MnCHOICES Reports Coordinator to ensure alignment between the MnCHOICES database and reports. Together, they will coordinate data protocols and reporting methodologies to ensure consistency, accuracy, and usability across all MnCHOICES data products
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of specialized professional experience in data analytics, evaluation, and statistical reporting, including:
Designing and conducting advanced data analyses and developing data visualizations to inform decision making.
Performing data cleaning, data preparation, and transformation to ensure datasets are accurate, complete, and ready for analysis.
Assessing data quality, identifying integrity issues, and implementing quality assurance processes to ensure the integrity of data used in analysis.
Strong communication skills, for example:
Documenting methods and processes thoroughly to ensure reproducibility and transparency,
Collaborating with technical staff to translate program and policy needs into clear analytical requirements, and
Translating highly technical information clearly to internal and external partners.
Bachelor's Degree in Business Analytics, Business Intelligence, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience OR Master's degree in Business Analytics, Business Intelligence, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics or related field may substitute for 2 years of experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience querying large-scale data warehouse systems using SQL to extract datasets.
Proficiency in developing interactive dashboards using Tableau or Power BI to support strategic and operational decision-making.
Knowledge of Minnesota Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) programs and policies.
Experience with Minnesota DHS data systems (e.g., MAXIS, MMIS, MnCHOICES, SSIS)
Ability to lead the development and implementation of enterprise data strategies, including reporting automation, data privacy compliance, and system interoperability.
Project management skills to plan, coordinate, and execute research and reporting initiatives involving multidisciplinary teams.
Experience working effectively with diverse populations and collaborating across different cultural or professional backgrounds.
Additional Requirements
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.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and 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.
