Working Title:
CFSS Development and Policy Consultant
Job Class: Human Services Program Consultant
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID: 97478
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: 10/05/2026
Closing Date: 10/19/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
Division/Unit: DHS-Central Office / ADSA DS Home Care&Case Mgmt
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required: Yes, up to 5%
Salary Range: $36.59 - $54.25 / hourly; $76,399 - $113,274 / annually
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
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.
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.
The CFSS Development and Policy Consultant will coordinate and oversee the development and implementation of a major service option, Community First Services and Supports (CFSS). Responsibilities include:
Direct the design and development of new CFSS services
Direct the development of a comprehensive CFSS implementation plan conducts policy and budget analysis
Develop and facilitate stakeholder engagement
Provide consultation, communication and planning to support CFSS implementation
Other duties as assigned
CFSS is replacing Medical Assistance's (MA) Personal Care Assistance (PCA) services as part of two federal State Plan Amendments (1915K and 1915I). The incumbent manages complex statewide systems change using strong policy/procedural knowledge, leadership, analytics and stakeholder relation skills. CFSS is part of MA Reform and involves an array of stakeholder and functions crossing DHS administrations, other state agencies, lead agencies and disciplines.
Minimum Qualifications:
3 years of professional experience in Home and Community Based Services. Experience must include the following:
Knowledge of and experience with legislative process, state government and DHS policies, procedures, processes, laws and rules, including Medical Assistance and Home and Community Based Services
Advanced experience with planning, policy analysis, budgetary analysis and systems design processes necessary to carry out project management principles, methods and techniques
Statistical and/or other research methods sufficient to design and prepare reports, analyze results and critique the analytical methods and results of other professionals
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrate leadership sufficient to establish project goals and expectations, anticipate problems, plan contingencies, evaluate results, provide focused feedback, direct work and advise others
Create operational plans/reports; organize/monitor detailed individual project work plans; prioritize work
Plan, manage and facilitate meetings; elicit opinions, ideas and concerns, and identify issues to facilitate consensus among a variety of stakeholders, interest groups and constituents
Work collaboratively with policy leads and others as well as independently in order to achieve project goals and work within project/grant/contract deadlines, respond flexibly to shifting conditions and expectations
Analyze, document and report on complex legislative, policy and budgetary information; prepare and disseminate information on changes in policies, procedures and protocols
MMIS experience
Knowledge/experience in lead agency responsibilities, assessment and case management
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and/or 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 - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and 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.
