Working Title: EHR Product Manager or Associate EHR Product Manager
Job Class: Product Management Specialist or Associate Product Management Specialist
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment
Job ID : 94777
Location : Vadnais Heights
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 06/10/2026
Closing Date : 06/23/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT MAPE State Operated Svcs
Division/Unit : DCT Support Services / DCT Bus Process Re-engineering
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, 5% time as needed to meet with System Users
Salary Range :
Product Management Specialist Salary Range: $37.26 - $55.42 / hourly; $77,798 - $115,716 / annually
Associate Product Management Specialist 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
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.
This position requires an employee to be onsite at 3200 Labore Rd, Ste 104, Vadnais Heights, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location.
Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) is available on a limited basis.
Only candidates residing in Minnesota or a state bordering Minnesota (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) within 50 miles of the work address listed above are eligible for telework.
Candidates residing in Minnesota and more than 50 miles from the primary/principal work address above may be eligible to telework more than 50%.
Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is a modern behavioral health care system that includes a variety of programs, including residential and vocational services for individuals with serious mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, substance abuse disorders, and much more. We have clinical expertise, staff and facilities to care for patients and clients with complex conditions in safe, secure, and therapeutic settings across Minnesota. Our mission is to support meaningful lives through specialized behavioral health services that others do not provide.
As the Associate EHR Product Manager, you will support the creation and implementation of the electronic health record product (EHR) vision, roadmap, budget with limited supervision and authority. As the EHR Product Manager, you will direct the creation and implementation of the electronic health record product (EHR) vision, roadmap, budget with full independence and administrative direction as well as overseeing the evolution and lifecycle of the individual product(s) and/or module(s). EHR individual products include closed loop medication management, lab management, calendar connectivity, record management, nursing and care practitioner support, patient portal, revenue cycle management, referral manager and/or data analytics and reporting.
Responsibilities include:
Create or support the creation and implementation of product vision, roadmap, governance structure and budget that generates value for customers and stakeholders while realizing financial benefits, creating new knowledge, building agency or product capabilities and reducing risks and liabilities.
Oversee or contribute to the end-to-end product development lifecycle and deliver a high-quality product in a timely manner, aligning with product line objectives and guiding principles, and promoting a consistent and easy-to-navigate user experience.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and partners to foster collaboration and product support.
***This announcement may be used to fill multiple openings.
*** This announcement is being posted at the Associate Product Management Specialist and Product Management Specialist levels. Only one level will be filled and the level at which the position will be filled will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications
To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experience sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Associate Product Management Specialist:
Three (3) years of experience supporting product management functions in a complex regulatory environment and/or supporting the creation and/or implementation of Electronic Health Record system products and/or modules. Experience must demonstrate the following:
Analyzing data, trends, customer feedback, or performance metrics to inform recommendations, priorities, or decision-making.
Communicating recommendations, changes, or process improvements to stakeholders to foster mutual understanding and guidance through change.
Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving
Supporting the creation of product strategy, roadmap development, governance, or service delivery initiatives.
Product Management Specialist:
Four (4) years of experience in product management and the creation and/or implementation of Electronic Health Record system products and/or modules. Experience must demonstrate the following:
Identifying, structuring, and analyzing data, trends, customer feedback, or performance metrics to inform recommendations, priorities, or decision-making and setting target metrics and goals for evaluating the success of the product and usability.
Partnering with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, technical teams, and leadership to prioritize work, align strategic objectives, and drive continuous improvement.
Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving, with leadership skills that support positive user experiences and high-performing teams.
Directing the creation and advising on product strategy, roadmap development, governance, or service delivery initiatives independently.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience conducting user research, customer interviews, surveys, or usability feedback analysis.
Experience working as a product manager or product owner in a government or highly regulated environment.
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.
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.
