Working Title: Medicaid Tribal Liaison and Policy Analyst
Job Class: Human Services Program Consultant
Agency: Human Services Dept
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Job ID: 95257
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Location: St. Paul
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Telework Eligible: Yes
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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
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Date Posted: 07/02/2026
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Closing Date: 07/15/2026
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Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
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Division/Unit: DHS-Central Office / Federal Relations
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Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Days of Work: Monday - Friday
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Travel Required: No
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Salary Range: $36.59 - $54.25 / hourly; $76,399 - $113,274 / 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 - Administrative
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Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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.
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 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 is the liaison between the Office of the Medicaid Director and Deputy Commissioner, the Indian Health Service, and Tribal health care officials and American Indian-led health care organizations. The person in this position will facilitate government-to-government communications between Minnesota Department of Human Services and Tribes that share geographic boundaries with Minnesota. The person in this role will work to ensure the agency is addressing substantive issues associated with participation of Tribal Nations, their members, and other American Indians enrolled in Minnesota’s Medicaid and MinnesotaCare programs. As a recognized expert on state and federal Medicaid law and policy and the health care needs and priorities of American Indians enrolled in Minnesota Health Care Programs, this person is responsible for providing legal and/or policy support to the Department of Human Services and Federal Relations.
This person also serves as the primary contact and lead for Federal Relations outreach and information gathering efforts with American Indians and Tribes. Outreach and information gathering activities include, but are not limited to the quarterly Tribal Health Director’s Meeting, American Indian Monthly Roundtable, etc.. In addition, this position is responsible for providing technical expertise, consultation, and research support to the Office of Tribal and Urban Indian Relations, the Office of the Medicaid Director and Deputy Commissioner, and leadership across all four DHS administrations responsible for administering the state’s Medicaid and MinnesotaCare programs. This position is responsible for ensuring that all inquiries about Medicaid and MinnesotaCare policies related to Tribal providers receive a timely and accurate response and for promoting and maintaining positive and productive relationships between Tribal government officials and the agency
This position also supports Federal Relations’ with its responsibilities related to the maintenance and development of Minnesota’s Medicaid state plan. This includes specific tasks such as drafting, gathering and tracking public comment on changes to the state plan with specific impacts on American Indians, etc. and supporting the agency response to CMS inquiries regarding federal compliance. This also includes developing and disseminating summaries of new federal guidance to ensure health care programs are administered in accordance with both the approved state plan and waivers as well as federal Medicaid policy.
Three (3) years’ experience working with tribal government officials on human services program administration.
Experience must demonstrate:
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Experience with tribal health care delivery systems or direct service provision on a reservation or with an American Indian organization.
- Experience interpreting and analyzing state and federal statute, regulation, and subregulatory guidance, and providing written summaries to managers and other executives in support of decision making.
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Demonstrated and operational understanding of the state’s Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare programs
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Knowledge of principles of group dynamics, facilitation, mediation, and problem resolution.
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Ability to monitor relevant changes in law and regulations.
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Ability to understand the interactive nature and implications of federal and state statute and regulation.
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Ability to develop, write, interpret, and apply complex policy and procedures.
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Be able to effectively interact with and engage individuals and groups to identify, articulate, analyze, and resolve complex problems and to facilitate relations and resolution between various parties.
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Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
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 - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
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If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Human Services’ ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or [email protected] for assistance.
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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
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Diabetes care
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Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
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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
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Training, classes, and professional development
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Tuition reimbursement
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