Job Details

Working Title: MA-ABD Eligibility Policy Supervisor
Job Class: Human Services Supervisor 3
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID: 97023
• 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: 09/15/2026
• Closing Date: 09/28/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DHS Central Office MMA
• Division/Unit: Health Care Administration / Eligibility and Access
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $38.83 - $55.93 / hourly; $81,077 - $116,781 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• 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.

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.

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 supervises a team of staff responsible for eligibility policy development and maintenance for federal and state health care programs, including Medicaid (Medical Assistance also known as MA), Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and Basic Health Program (BHP) and their respective subprograms. This position oversees the design and development of Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP) eligibility policies and procedures consistent with federal and state law and regulation to improve the availability of and access to health care for low income and medically needy Minnesotans.

Other responsibilities include:

• Directs division resources (staff, time, equipment, funding, etc.) to accomplish HCEA division goals and objectives and further the Department's mission.
• Oversees the division-wide activities related to maintaining the Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP) Eligibility Policy Manual, as well as internal and external forms or documents necessary to support MHCP eligibility determinations.
• Responsible for audit responses and other follow up duties assigned to the MA-ABD Eligibility Policy team.
• Supervises the business resources and direction for the development, implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of the technology systems that support Minnesota Health Care Programs eligibility and access.

All DHS Leaders are expected to demonstrate and develop the six (6) competency themes from the Enterprise-wide Leader Competency Model:

• Leading Self
• Leading Others
• Leading the Organization
• Leading Outside the Organization
• Leading with DEAI
• Getting Work Done

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated leadership experience*

*Leadership experience can include:

• Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead;
• Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI, L4);
• A paid/unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee (e.g. ERG) - experience must include:
  
  • 1+ year of experience identifying issues, goals and strategic actions
  • 100+ hours per year time commitment

AND

• Four (4) years specialized Minnesota Health Care Programs experience demonstrating the following:
  
  • Researching, analyzing, developing, and communicating complex policies or laws in one or more of the following areas:
    
    • Eligibility rules for Minnesota Health Care Programs (Medical Assistance, MinnesotaCare and Minnesota Family Planning Program), MNsure programs, or other state's Medicaid, Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), or Basic Health Program (BHP).
    • Eligibility rules forMedicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ( SNAP), Minnesota Family Investment Program ( MFIP), Minnesota Supplemental Aid (MSA), Refugee Cash, or an equivalent Medicaid, food, cash and supplemental aid program in another state.
    • Law practice in any area of law.
  • Experience mentoring, coaching and developing others in a professional setting.
  • Demonstrated ability to write and analyze complex technical documents including regulations and policy guidance, and technology work products such as project charters, scope documents, project work plans, business requirements and design documents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Juris Doctor or Master's degree in public policy, public administration, a social science, or a health policy related field
• Two (2) years experience mentoring, coaching and developing others in a professional setting.
• Thorough understanding of Minnesota Health Care Programs eligibility policies and technology systems.
• Demonstrated ability to influence others and/or compel change throughout an organization.
• Experience engaging with the community to bridge community needs and expectations with agency needs and expectations.
• Experience identifying project challenges and modifying or adjusting course to meet objectives.
• Variety of experiences working with and communicating 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 Karen 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] .