Working Title: Fraud Prevention Investigation and Fraud Control Program Coordinator
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept
Job ID : 92130
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 2/17/26. Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent, non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position posted.
Date Posted : 02/11/2026
Closing Date : 02/24/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Children Youth & Families Dept / DCYF
Division/Unit : DCYF / OIG PIO Management
Work Shift : Day Shift
Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, up to 10%
Salary Range: $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / 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
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 or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available.
In this role, you will help protect the integrity of public benefit programs by coordinating the fraud prevention and program integrity efforts across the state. You'll analyze investigative and program data, identify fraud trends, and support counties, Tribal Nations, and partners in strengthening compliance and operational practices. This position offers a unique blend of investigative work, grant oversight, and cross-agency collaboration.
The incumbent administers the DCYF Fraud Prevention Investigation (FPI) and Fraud Control (FC) programs as established in MN State. Sec. MN Stat. Sec. 256.981, 256.982, 256.983, 256.986, and 256.9861. The incumbent also maintains direct communication with over 85 county and tribal FPI programs, through their county administrators, supervisors, investigators, human service directors and financial workers to ensure that their respective programs meet statewide standards of performance (Guidelines) as developed by the OIG.
Responsibilities include:
Coordinates the Fraud Prevention Investigation program and Fraud Control Program to assure DCYF, County and Trible compliance with program integrity activity in the 6 different recipient public benefit programs administered by DCYF.
Manage the process for soliciting information from county, regional and tribal FPI programs regarding their activities, to meet DCYF and federal reporting and auditing requirements.
Coordinate the FPI and PC programs in the grant and contract process during pre-award, award, post-award, monitoring and close-out phases.
Maintain program integrity utilizing established policy and procedures
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.
Three (3) years* of experience managing and analyzing work processes to achieve program objectives related to fraud prevention and fraud control
Experience must demonstrate the following:
Experience maintaining, or evaluating program policies, procedures, guidelines, or manuals
Experience analyzing program or investigative data to identify trends, patterns, or risks and preparing program integrity, fiscal, or investigative reports based on those findings
Experience with budget analysis, fiscal reporting, or oversight of program funds
Prepare project reports, documentation, and oral presentations to a variety of internal and external stakeholders
Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following during the interview process:
Ability to exercise sound judgment and critical thinking when evaluating complex program integrity issues, fraud indicators, and regulatory requirements
Strong communications skills to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally when preparing reports, presenting information, or coordinating with internal and external partners
Ability to collaborate and maintain effective working relationships with others such as counties, Tribal Nations, federal agencies, and law enforcement
Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and projects in a fast-paced environment
*A bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public policy, public administration, or a related degree may substitute for 12 months of experience. A master's degree in criminal justice, public policy, public administration, or a related degree may substitute for 18 months of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with counties, Tribal Nations, federal agencies, or law enforcement on program integrity or fraud-related activities
Experience managing statewide grant programs, including allocation methodologies and grantee performance evaluation
Experience coordinating or supporting audits, reviews, or oversight activities involving state or federal authorities
Experience developing and delivering training in fraud detection, program integrity, or public benefit program administration
Knowledge of Minnesota public benefit program statutes, including Minn. Stat. §§ 256.981-256.9861
Experience with DHS/DCYF systems such as MAXIS, METS, MMIS, FASE, or DHS data warehouse tools
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components:
Reference check
Criminal Background check
Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)
Driver's License Check
Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees
Additional assessment may be required during the interview process
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.
