Working Title: Manager of Program Integrity and Internal Controls
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager
Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
Job ID : 88913
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible for some telework
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/13/2025
Closing Date : 10/03/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Employment & Economic Development -Managerial
Division/Unit : Paid Family & Medical Leave
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $40.26 - $58.20 / hourly; $84,062 - $121,521 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrepresented
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 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.
About the Paid Leave Division:
Paid Leave is a new program launching in 2026. The program will provide partial wage replacement to Minnesota workers who are out of work due to a qualifying condition, such as a severe health condition that prevents them from working, or when they need time to care for a family member or a new child.
We are building a program that will be easy for every Minnesotan to use. We are engaging the people who depend on us-workers, employers, caregivers, and insurers-to learn from them and build the program around their needs. We are using modern service delivery and product practices to deliver the program.
The Paid Leave team has high standards and an unrelenting commitment to serving Minnesotans. It is a start-up environment without legacy systems or preconceived ways of working, so we have a unique opportunity to create human-centric processes and systems to deliver this new benefit to Minnesotans.
Position Purpose:
The Manager of Program Integrity and Internal Controls provides leadership, direction, strategic planning, and oversight for Paid Leave's compliance, risk, fraud, and audit programs. The Manager is dedicated to protecting program assets, information, and reputation from risk and fraud, and to promoting and supporting a culture which builds compliance consciousness and encourages employees to conduct business with the highest standards of honesty and integrity.
Leading a team of analysts and investigators, the incumbent will be responsible for overseeing the following key responsibilities:
Internal Controls : establish, maintain, and execute an internal controls plan to prevent and detect errors, fraud, and abuse. Ensure that processes are robust and aligned with division objectives.
Program Risk Management and Compliance: ensure compliance with legislation as well as other state policies, regulations, and procedures. Collaborate with stakeholders to address compliance issues and protect sensitive information. Evaluate and identify risks that are critical to the program.
Peer Relationships : build and maintain relationships with peers in other states and agencies to share learnings and stay current on best practices, areas of risk, and possible federal legislation.
Fraud Investigation and Recoveries: oversee efforts to detect, prevent, and investigate fraudulent activities. Work to recover funds lost due to fraud.
Continuous Improvement, Training, and Consultancy: Monitor and continuously improve program performance related to risk, fraud, audit, and compliance. Educate and provide technical, advisory, and consultative services to Paid Leave staff and managers.
Reporting to the Deputy Chief Operating Officer, you're key to the overall success of our division. If you're a leader passionate about customer experience, creating high-performing teams, and making a difference in Minnesotan's lives, we want to hear from you!
This position will be based out of the St. Paul office.
This position is telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.
Minimum Qualifications
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. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
Four (4) years* of experience in a program integrity or program audit leadership position, with at least (2) two years of experience leading teams.
*Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Risk Management, Business, Finance, Legal, or another closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience.
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:
Experience with internal controls, quality assurance, compliance, or program auditing
Knowledge relating to detecting and preventing organized fraud
Ability to recognize themes in data to identify potential issues and drive improvements
Experience working with internal and external stakeholders/partners
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Fraud Professional (CFE) credential or similar
Experience designing and managing an Internal Controls plan
Experience in translating your findings into Continuous Improvement recommendations to prevent/reduce errors, fraud, and abuse
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures
Additional Requirements
A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:
Criminal Background Check
Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only)
Employment Reference Check
Conflict of Interest Review
Driver's License and Records Check
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
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.
