Job Details

Working Title: Benefit Policy Consultant
Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID: 95499
• 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: 07/14/2026
• Closing Date: 07/27/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Division/Unit: Health Care Administration / Health Improvement and Benefit Design
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / 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 : 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.

Job Summary

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 responsible for developing, communicating and implementing legally compliant health care benefit coverage policy for the Department of Human Services (DHS) Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP), including Medical Assistance (MA) and MinnesotaCare (MNCare). Within these programs, this position will focus on the establishment of coverage policy for a discrete set of services. This position will focus specificly on the following policy areas: hospice, individualized education program (IEP) services, and school-based community services (SBCS). This position will include responsibility for data analysis, rule and statute development, legal compliance, legislative work, and the full range of activities related to establishing and maintaining coverage policy for the fee-for-service and managed care MHCPs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of professional health care policy experience demonstrating the following:

• Ensuring health care program compliance experience such as Minnesota Health Care Programs, Medical Assistance (MA), MinnesotaCare (MNCare) or similar.
• Knowledge of health care and evidence-based standards of practice.
• Knowledge and understanding of federal and state legal authority as it relates to MHCP coverage policy.

***Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Public Health, Social Work, Public Administration, or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience OR Master's degree in Nursing, Public Administration, Public Health, Social Work or related field may substitute for 2 years of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to translate coverage policy into an operational format such as claims processing or provider training.
• Understanding the current fee-for-service and managed care coverage criteria and the ability to recognize when change may be required.
• Knowledge of statistical theory and techniques, research design, sampling methods, data collection techniques, and statistical data applications.
• Ability to write data queries, analyze and interpret data, measure performance and distill the data result for department use.
• Knowledge of the DHS computer data systems and Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS).
• Knowledge of healthcare delivery systems.
• Ability to perform complex clinical decision making within the context of patient populations and on a case specific basis
• Proficient written and oral communication skills.
• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and 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.

Application Details

How to Apply

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 .

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Ann 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 Kelly Ellich 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 Human Services' ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or [email protected] for assistance.

Benefits

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.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• 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 )

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• 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.