Working Title: Title IV-E and Families First Manager / State Prog Admin Manager Sr
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Senior
Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept
Job ID : 95059
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 : 06/24/2026
Closing Date : 07/24/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Children Youth & Families Dept / DeptChildYth&Fam-Managerial
Division/Unit : DCYF/CS&P Deputy Staff
Work Shift: Day Shift
Work Hours : 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $44.03 - $63.35 / hourly; $91,934 - $132,274 / annually.
Effective July 1, 2026: $44.80 - $64.46 / hourly; $93,542 - $134, 592 / annually.
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep
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
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.
The purpose of this position is to provide program management of the State's Title IV-E program; Families First Prevention Services program; the Parent Legal Representation, Child Legal Representation and associated Training programs, and consultation for the American Indian Child Well Being Initiative staff and leadership.
Responsibilities include:
Lead the management and direction of the Title IV-E program to ensure Minnesota's compliance with all federal program requirements as the lead state Title IV-E agency.
Direct the implementation of new federal and state laws in accordance with new federal legislation and ensure that they are continuously incorporated into the automated systems such as SSIS and MAXIS.
Lead the Title IV-E programs through audits occurring at the federal level (every three years), and the annual audit performed by the Office of State Auditor. The person in this position is also responsible to lead the development of mitigating strategies that may result.
Provide overall direction, organization, and guidance for the implementation of Family First Prevention Services Act across program areas within Child Safety and Permanency Division (CSP) and across the department.
Direct and manage the development and implementation of program policy, fiscal policies and procedures to meet state and federal requirements for Family First Prevention Services Act.
Provide consultation to the American Indian Child Well Being Unit's Initiative Program staff and leadership on strategic planning, program and fiscal support, oversight, quality assurance and compliance with state and federal requirements.
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.
Demonstrated leadership experience
Leadership experience can include:
Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead;
*A project lead provides leadership, guidance, and advanced specialized technical expertise for a team doing evaluation, development, design, testing, and/or implementation in a project environment.
Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI, L4);
A paid/unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee (e.g. ERG)
Experience must include:
o 1+ year of experience identifying issues, goals and strategic actions
o 100+ hours per year time commitment
AND
Five (5) years of work experience with state child welfare laws. Experience must demonstrate the following:
Administrative skills at a county or tribal social services agency in the role of a manager, director
Knowledge of federal and state child welfare laws such as Title IV-B and E of the Social Security Act and similar laws
Administering and overseeing budget, contract and grants management, and legislative processes
Thorough and extensive knowledge and experience in child welfare programs and operations
Public policy analysis and development sufficient to develop and coordinate policy and programs to improve performance outcomes
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in social work, child welfare, public administration, or related field.
Experience preparing legislative proposals that implement federal child welfare, Title IV-B and E laws, rules and policies.
Knowledge of the complexities of the child welfare continuum and of the need for child welfare reform.
Understanding of the contemporary issues on a national level affecting families and children, and the impact on families and children in Minnesota such as rising child poverty and immigration.
Experience interpreting, evaluating, and assessing the impact of policy, legislative, and legal changes on program initiatives.
Variety of experiences working with and leading and managing 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.
