Working Title: BRASS Code Accounting Officer
Job Class: Accounting Officer Senior
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 97101
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 : 09/17/2026
Closing Date : 10/07/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / FOD Social Services
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, ~5% in state
Salary Range: $29.76 - $43.69 / hourly; $62,138 - $91,224 / 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 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 serves as the key fiscal expert and leads the statewide BRASS (Budget, Reporting, and Accounting for Social Services) fiscal reporting and classification function for DHS and DCYF Financial operations. Using State and Federal guidance and regulations, this position analyzes and recommends changes to the BRASS classification structure, evaluates fiscal reporting impacts, develops fiscal reporting alternatives, and coordinates implementation of approved changes across program, fiscal, and system operations. In collaboration with senior leadership and policy staff throughout the Department of Human Services (DHS)/Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF), the position identifies, researches, and analyzes new fiscal reporting options and develops proposals and recommendations for incorporating BRASS into fiscal reporting or data gathering to enhance the use, integrity, and understanding of the BRASS classification structure.
Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:
Serve as the Financial Operations Division lead representative for the continued development, utilization, compliance and updating of the statewide BRASS (Budgeting, Reporting, and Accounting for Social Services) classification structure serving as FOD's subject matter expert and a leading member of the DHS/DCYF BRASS Team.
Develop, maintain, and refine the BRASS classification structure and ensure its accurate, consistent, and compliant application in fiscal reporting.
Maintain BRASS documentation, guidance and communication materials to provide accurate, current, and consistent information regarding BRASS requirements and system operations to program staff and local agencies.
Provide BRASS guidance and technical assistance to counties and Tribes regarding program and service entry to promote accurate, consistent, and fiscally appropriate statewide reporting.
Coordinate BRASS system alignment and operationalization with SSIS (Social Service Information System)/CCWIS (Comprehensive Child Welfare Information System) staff to ensure DHS/DCYF program and fiscal requirements are accurately reflected in system functionality and applied consistently statewide.
Cross train and serve as back up for the DHS SEAGR (Socal Service Expenditure and Grant Reconciliation) and Social Service Fund County Reporting System.
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 of accounting experience.
Experience must demonstrate:
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) sufficient to manage the accounting functions.
Knowledge of financial systems, databases, and Microsoft Office applications.
Interpreting and analyzing fiscal data, reports, and records.
Presentations, meeting facilitation, and/or conducting training involving fiscal and non-fiscal teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge and experience with the various programs administered by Department of Human Services and Department of Children's, Youth, and Families.
Ability to analyze and interpret complex fiscal reports and records for adherence and conformance to federal laws, state statutes, and department policies.
Working knowledge of how counties and Tribal operations are structured.
Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) experience or similar Oracle-based Peoplesoft experience.
Knowledge of SSIS and BRASS code classifications
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.
