Working Title: Waivers and Compliance Manager
Job Class: Human Services Manager 2
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 88873
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 : 09/12/2025
Closing Date : 10/02/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Manager
Division/Unit : Health Care Administration / Waivers
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $43.38 - $62.41 / hourly; $90,577 - $130,312 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep
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
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.
This position is eligible for telework 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.
Federal law provides the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) authority to waive certain Medicaid requirements so that state can pilot and evaluate innovative approaches to serving Medicaid beneficiaries. This position is responsible for managing the legal analysis, development, negotiation, and administration of the five home and community-based waivers, multiple section 1115 demonstration waivers, and section 1915(b) waivers. These authorities waive specific rules enabling Minnesota to provide Medicaid services to specific enrollee groups, provide alternatives to institutional care (nursing homes, hospitals and intermediate care facilities), support state purchasing strategies (managed care waivers), and receive funds for people receiving substance use disorder treatment services. The Medicaid waivers are the basis of the state's authority to claim billions of dollars in federal Medicaid funds each year.
Responsibilities include:
Direct and oversee the strategic planning, legal analysis, development, negotiation, and administration of the Department of Human Services (DHS) federal Medicaid waivers and policy development and implementation of the Health Care Administration (HCA) and DHS-wide initiatives and reform efforts.
Function within a broad, highly complex health policy environment including basic health care, managed health care, long term care, and behavioral health serving children and families, seniors, and people with disabilities.
Setting the overall strategy, use, and enforcement of standards and best practices in relation to demonstration project and managed care waiver activities.
Participate in policy development with leadership in the Health Care, Aging and Disability Services, and Behavioral Health, Housing, and Deaf & Hard of Hearing Administrations, advising on CMS policy and regulation, negotiating changes to the program (coverage, eligibility, quality assurance, etc.) with the federal government, and ensuring all reporting requirements are met.
Minimum Qualifications
Demonstrated leadership experience
Leadership experience can include:
Experience as a supervisor, leadworker, 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:
AND
5 years of specialized professional experience working in a human services, public policy, or health law. Experience can include:
Experience leading complex projects where the input and collaboration of multiple sectors of the health care industry is required.
Experience with health care administration, policy development processes, and the political infrastructures at the federal and state levels.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with policy development involving Medicaid waiver programs or administration of Medicaid waiver requirements.
J.D. or a Masters Degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, or a related field of study.
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
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.
