Working Title: Director of Clinical Programming
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Director
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment
Job ID : 93620
Location : Moose Lake
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 04/16/2026
Closing Date : 04/29/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Moose Lk Reg incl SOCS MMA
Division/Unit : MSOP / MSOP ML Assoc Clinical Dir
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $38.16 - $54.97 / hourly; $79,678 - $114,777 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
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
Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT 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.
The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is a residential, sex offense specific treatment program in a modified therapeutic community and secure setting that provides services to over 700 individuals who have been civilly committed for sexual offending. MSOP is a national leader in the industry and is committed to providing services on the leading edge of the comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and management of clients. MSOP has facilities in Moose Lake and St. Peter, MN. MSOP Moose Lake site serves clients in the earlier stages of treatment in a secure setting.
Our team is seeking a dynamic, dedicated individual for our Director of Clinical Programming career opportunity. The Director of Clinical Programming develops and oversees the implementation of clinical programming (Therapeutic Recreation, Education & Vocation Programming) at the MSOP Moose Lake.
Provide oversight and management of clinical programming (therapeutic recreation, education, vocational, Spiritual/Volunteer Services or Vocational Programming) and to staff to ensure policies standards and regulations are met
Oversee development of clinical programming and overseeing implementation of such programs and treatment models
Establish departmental and individual client goals to measure program effectiveness
Coordinate clinical programming services with the clinical, operations, and health services departments
Minimum Qualifications
Demonstrated leadership experience. Leadership experience can include (this is not an all-inclusive list):
Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead;
Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. Emerging Leaders Institute, L4, also known as Leadership Development Program or Aspiring Leaders Program);
A paid/unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee (e.g. Employee Resource Group) - experience must include one (1) or more years of experience identifying issues, goals, strategic actions and 100+ hours per year time commitment.
2 years supervisory experience in a therapeutic, residential treatment, rehabilitative, or correctional setting; experience must include:
Employee management; including performance management, mentoring, work direction and guidance, staffing, and training
Program development and delivery; identifying solutions
Budget management
Experience working with a multi-disciplinary team
Experience with the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion
OR
3 years experience in a therapeutic, residential treatment, rehabilitative, or correctional setting and 1 year of supervisory or other leadership experience or completion of leadership development program (L4, Emerging Leaders Institute, etc.). Experience must include the following:
Experience in delivery of program services to sexual offenders or mentally ill
Planning and organizing projects and programs
Overseeing and implementing clinical programming, life skills/education, or initiatives designed to enhance the services provided to individuals who are confined
Process improvement
Note: Bachelor's degree may substitute for 1 year of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Corrective Therapy or related field
Experience working with sexual offenders or mentally ill within a secure facility
Experience with Recreational Therapy, Education Spiritual/Volunteer Services or Vocational Programming
Experience working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures as our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness.
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
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 - Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.
Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.
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.
