Job Details Working Title: Data Analysis & Implementation Planner Job Class: Management Analyst 4 Agency: Human Services Dept - Job ID: 95368
- 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: 07/10/2026
- Closing Date: 07/30/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
- Division/Unit: DHS-Central Office / ADSA AG/AS Qual Assurance & Pl
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $34.07 - $50.53 / hourly; $71,138 - $105,506 / 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
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.
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 The Data Analysis & implementation Planner will plan, coordinate, and carry out data analysis and evaluation work for the Aging and Adult Services Division and the Minnesota Board on Aging. It brings together data from multiple programs, manages major data projects, and creates clear reports and dashboards so staff, partners, and the public can use the information to understand program performance and support decision - making. Responsibilities include:
- Provide project coordination and management for data-driven projects to help ensure the long-term sustainability, high-quality outcomes, and access to HCBS (home and community based services) programs and policies with broad applicability to internal and external stakeholders
- Lead strategic data management activities with Division and Board leadership and staff to ensure coordination across data analysis and evaluation goals, challenges, and opportunities
- Leads or co-lead strategic planning specific to Division and Board data-driven projects and support the Division-wide data management plan regarding the collection, analysis, storage and utilization of data to measure and report on program performance
- Administer data analysis and evaluation projects and develop methods and final products to effectively communicate results to experts and to lay persons
- Use current data visualization technologies to develop dashboards and other user-friendly displays of data to document older adult population trends and to track program status
Qualifications 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.** 3 years professional experience with quality assurance and quality improvement requirements, guidelines and performance measures relating to HCBS programs. Experience must include the following:
- Experience using public and private data sources related to older adult populations to identify trends, analyze demographic characteristics, and support data-informed planning and decision-making
- Experience applying statistical analysis methods to both quantitative and qualitative data, including the ability to conduct analyses, interpret findings, and synthesize results across multiple data sources
- Knowledge of state and federally funded HCBS programs and best practices in service delivery, sufficient to analyze program data and support policy development, program evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts
Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Economics, Gerontology or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience OR Master's degree in Public Policy, Economics, Gerontology or related field may substitute for 2 years of experience
Preferred Qualifications - Skill in writing clear, concise materials, sufficient to communicate complex topics to diverse audiences and prepare reports, briefs, and technical documents
- Skill in planning and outlining procedures for analyzing and compiling data, sufficient to support major studies and Division wide analytic projects
- Skill in communication and leadership, sufficient to engage diverse stakeholders and support collaborative decision making
- 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.
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 the position, contact Mary Olsen Baker 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 JaKeya Spencer at
[email protected] .
