Job Details Working Title: Native American Elders Coordinator Job Class: Human Services Program Consultant Agency: Human Services Dept - Job ID: 97889
- 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: 10/22/2026
- Closing Date: 11/04/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
- Division/Unit: DHS-Central Office / ADSA Aging & Adult Svcs
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: Yes, up to 50%
- 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 : 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.
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 The Native American Elders Coordinator is responsible for managing the strategic goals and providing leadership for implementation of Minnesota State Statute 256.975 to develop a statewide system of services to support Native elders . This system must include the following components:
- an assessment of the program eligibility, examining the need to change the age-based eligibility criteria to need-based eligibility criteria;
- a planning system that would grant or make recommendations for granting federal and state funding for services;
- a plan for service focal points, senior centers, or community centers for socialization and service accessibility for Indian elders;
- a plan to develop and implement education and public awareness campaigns including awareness programs, sensitivity cultural training, and public education on Indian elder needs;
- a plan for information and referral services including trained advocates and an Indian elder newsletter;
- a plan for a coordinated health care system including health promotion/prevention, in-home service, long-term care service, and health care services;
- a plan for ongoing research involving Indian elders including needs assessment and needs analysis;
- information and referral services for legal advice or legal counsel; and
- a plan to coordinate services with existing organizations including the Council of Indian Affairs, the Minnesota Indian Council of Elders, the Minnesota Board on Aging, and tribal governments.
This position works in coordination with Aging and Disability Services Administration across the various Divisions to efforts to promote and maintain positive and productive working relationships with the Tribal Governments, tribal and urban American Indian communities. Additionally, this position will provide expertise in aging systems delivery in tribal and urban American Indian communities to DHS staff andproviders of aging and adult services. This position will coordinate work with the DHS Office of Indian Policy.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications 3 years of professional experience in human services program or policy development, consultation, or service delivery related to aging services or American Indian communities. Experience must demonstrate:
- Providing consultation, coordinating resources, or delivering technical assistance to Tribal Nations, tribal organizations, or other stakeholders to support Native elder services
- Developing or implementing programs, policies, strategic plans, or service delivery improvements
- Knowledge of federal and state laws, policies, and service delivery systems impacting older adults, including the Older Americans Act Title III/Title VI, Medicaid, and long-term services and supports (LTSS)
Preferred Qualifications - Comprehensive experience and ability to conceptualize and think critically, creatively and holistically about human service initiatives and strategies for implementation; knowledge of trends affecting older persons
- Experience and ability to establish and maintain relationships with agencies and organizations and achieve results without direct authority
- 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 careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
Contact If you have questions about the position, contact Reena Shetty at reena.shetty@state.mn.us .
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 JaKeya.Spencer@state.mn.us .
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 DHS_ADA@state.mn.us for assistance.
