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Immigration Legal Services Specialist - Human Services Program Representative 1

State of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN • 5h ago

Working Title: Immigration Legal Services Specialist

Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 1

Agency: Human Services Dept

Job ID : 92509

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : Yes

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Limited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 02/27/2026

Closing Date : 03/12/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office

Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / RPO Policy and Immigration

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : Yes (up to 20%)

Salary Range: $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 - $89,658 / annually

Classified Status : Unclassified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

Anticipated Duration : Eighteen (18) months

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

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 (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.

This position is temporary and includes full state fringe benefits; the position is expected to last around eighteen (18) months.

As an Immigration Legal Services Specialist, you will serve on a team responsible for policy analysis, policy development, program development, and administration of Resettlement Programs Office (RPO) initiatives implemented through contracts with community partners.

The incumbent in this position will work closely with an Immigration Law Specialist (immigration attorney) to develop and effectively implement strategic investments of state and federal dollars administered by the Resettlement Programs Office for immigration legal services statewide. In this role, the incumbent serves as a policy and program specialist supporting statewide collaborative programming assisting Minnesota residents to secure work authorization and progress on a pathway to becoming U.S. citizens and works closely with funded community partners to support successful and effective program implementation.

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

Supportpolicy development onRefugee Social Service and New Americansprogramming, with a particular focus on immigration legal services.

Serve as program specialist related to development of statewide immigration legal service access.

Serve as program specialist for immigration legal services projects and programming.

Serve as program liaison for external stakeholder engagement related to immigration legal services access, opportunities and systems.

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.

Two (2) years' experience in policy analysis or a related role.

Experience must demonstrate:

Policy analysis and evaluation.

Research, writing, and analytical skills.

Experience in strategic planning, program development, or project management.

Knowledge of Federal and state policies, regulations and laws related to Resettlement Program Office initiatives.

Experience using automated software systems and computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite products (Outlook, Word Excel, Teams, PPT, etc.) or similar software.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with regulations and policies relating to Minnesota state government data practices, contracting and administrative law.

Knowledge of refugee resettlement process, locally and/or nationally.

Experience working in an immigration law setting or RPO-funded immigration legal services programs.

Experience in evolving policies, resources, community needs, and client populations to advance innovative initiatives targeting immigrant communities.

Experience planning and facilitating public meetings and dialogues.

Lived refugee or immigrant experience.

Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a 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.

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