Working Title: Strategic Systems Project Manager
Job Class: Management Analyst 4
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 90615
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 : 12/04/2025
Closing Date : 12/10/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / ADSA DS Resource Center
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, up to 5%
Salary Range: $33.48 - $49.66 / hourly; $69,906 - $103,690 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
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 (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.
This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
The Strategic Systems Project Manager is a senior-level role leads strategic project management efforts for DHS-wide systems critical to Disability Services Division (DSD) operations, including MMIS, MnChoices, MAXIS, SSIS, and BlueZone and related systems. DHS-wide systems projects present a large, complex, and challenging project management environment spanning across an array of Aging and Disability Services programs, policies, protocols, practices, rules, laws, and various professional/technical specialties. The position:
Ensures successful delivery of complex, cross-functional systems initiatives that span multiple programs, policies, and internal and external partner groups
Leads high-visibility, politically sensitivesystems project work that directly influence service access, equity, and compliance across multiple waiver programs including:
Serves as the focal point for project initiation, planning, execution, control and closure using industry best practices for DHS-wide systems modernization, creation and development using generally accepted standards
Works closely with MNIT technical teams, administration leadership and subject matter experts as well as service delivery partners, all of whom rely on the efficient, strategic, and compliant execution of DHS-wide systems projects
The end goal of the position is the successful delivery of solutions and system changes in a consistent and documented manner.
While the position does not serve the public directly, its impact on service infrastructure makes it critical to the experience of end users such as lead agencies, tribal governments and people who access long term services and supports. This position is expected to lead by expertise, clarity, and collaboration-ensuring that all contributors are aligned and accountable to shared objectives.
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.
3 years professional experience DHS systems architecture, human services program design, and federal/state regulatory frameworks. Experience must include the following:
Project management skills, including the ability to lead large-scale, multi-program initiatives from concept through implementation
3+ years of experience entering screening documents and service agreements into the Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) along with a working knowledge of how the various MMIS subsystems supports policy for Minnesota Health Care Programs.
Experience synthesizing project resources into quality, cost, and time parameters; develop work plans
Experience with Minnesota's Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) programs and service delivery models for older adults and people with disabilities
Skilled in internal and external partner engagement, consensus-building, and facilitation of complex, politically sensitive discussions
Experience facilitating partner engagement processes to provide training, technical assistance, and systems knowledge transfer across multiple programs, counties, tribes and DHS
Preferred Qualifications
High-level proficiency in strategic planning, time management, adaptability, and navigating competing priorities under tight deadlines
Strategic communication skills to influence decision-makers, navigate legislative processes, and represent agency priorities across diverse audiences
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and/or 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.
