Working Title: Compliance Data Analyst
Job Class: Research Scientist 3
Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept
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Job ID: 96316
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Location: St. Paul
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Telework Eligible: Yes, up to 50%
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Full/Part Time: Full-Time
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Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
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Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 8/24/26 date. Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent, non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position posted.
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Date Posted: 08/17/2026
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Closing Date: 09/02/2026
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Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: DCYF / DCYF Central Office MAPE
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Division/Unit: Office of Inspector General / Compliance Office
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Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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Days of Work: Monday - Friday
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Travel Required: No
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Salary Range: $37.91 - $56.39 / hourly; $79,156 - $117,742 / annually
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Classified Status: Classified
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Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
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FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
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Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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.
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 (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available.
This position independently designs and carries out advanced research, data strategies, and analytic methodologies that strengthen regulatory compliance, grants integrity, and agency-wide program oversight. The incumbent serves as the department’s authoritative expert in compliance-related research design, data modeling, quantitative and qualitative analysis, statistical methods, and performance measurement. The incumbent will operate independently to deliver complex analytical solutions, influence compliance and business stakeholders through data-driven insights grounded in scientific research and will present research and analysis to Executive Leadership on a regular cadence, and drive continuous improvement in compliance monitoring, reporting, and governance processes.
The incumbent’s scope is focused on grants compliance and program integrity and will be responsible for researching data and analysis in response to federal partners’ data requests. The incumbent will leverage complex data research and analytics to identify trends, detect anomalies, and provide actionable insights that strengthen internal controls and regulatory compliance throughout DCYF, to align with the agency’s mission and goals.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead the design, research, and oversight of the Compliance Division’s data strategy to identify and detect potential risk, fraud, and non-compliance within the agency.
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Create reports, surveys, presentations, dashboards, and visualizations of data analyses to inform management decision-making and assist in strategic planning, to increase operational effectiveness within DCYF.
- Respond to internal and external requests for data and information related to internal audits, compliance audits, and key risk areas.
- Provide technical consultation to Compliance Division management and staff in data analyses, statistical and analytic techniques, research methodologies, survey design and evaluation, performance measurement, statistical analysis methodologies, data governance, and Compliance Division data systems and tools.
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Lead the design, research, and oversight of the Compliance Division’s data strategy to identify and detect potential risk, fraud, and non-compliance within the agency. Develop data metrics to support program integrity through proactive detection and risk mitigation.
**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.**
Four (4) years of experience analyzing and reporting with data; performing spatial or statistical analysis and modeling; and managing data and querying databases.
Experience must include the following:
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Data collection, data analysis, data manipulation, data transformation and interpretation.
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Data visualization (i.e. Tableau, PowerBI, Looker, Qlik),
- Analytic tools/platforms (i.e. Alteryx, R Studio, SAS, Databricks, Anaconda).
Applicants who meet the above experience requirements may be further evaluated based on the following during the interview process:
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Synthesizing and organizing large volumes of complex information and ideas and present them, written and verbally, in a succinct, easily understandable fashion.
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Knowledge of DCYF Office of Inspector General (OIG) programs and OIG divisions; OIG’s mission, values, and activities; and the state and federal laws and regulations governing OIG’s administration and management.
- Knowledge of data structures and mature design strategies.
- Experience in most of the following applications/data systems: MMIS, MAXIS, MEC2, LIS/ELMS/Salesforce Hub, DEED, case tracking applications, NetStudy 2.0, SSIS.
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Demonstrated proficiency in programming and manipulation of data and statistical analysis of data with software such as SAS, Python or R including multiple regression techniques.
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Understands data privacy laws and rules such as the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
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Demonstrated proficiency scripting with another programming language (Python, R, SAS, Java, Scala, Jinja, Databricks) in addition to Structured Query Language (SQL)
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Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
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:
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Reference check
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Criminal Background check
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Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)
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Driver’s License Check
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Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees
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Additional assessment may be required during the interview process
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
If you have questions about this position, contact Susan Vang at [email protected]
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Susan Vang at [email protected].
If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Children, Youth and Families ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or DCYF ADA at [email protected].
Our state depends on the success of Minnesota children, youth and families. The Department of Children, Youth, and Families puts children at the center of state government, creating a permanent state agency and commissioner focused on elevating children and families in policy and budget decisions.
This realigns state government to advance equitable outcomes for children, youth, and families through transformative, partnership-driven policies, programs and practices.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
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Connection with their coworkers and communities
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Opportunities for personal and professional growth
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
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Diabetes care
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Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
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Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
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Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
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Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
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Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
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Training, classes, and professional development
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Tuition reimbursement
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Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
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A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
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Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
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Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] and let us know the support you need.
