Job Details Working Title: Provider Integrity Data Scientist Job Class: Research Analysis Specialist Senior Agency: Human Services Dept - Job ID: 98386
- 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: 11/12/2026
- Closing Date: 11/25/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
- Division/Unit: DHS-Central Office / ADSA Team
- 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
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 Provider Integrity Data Scientist leads development and testing of advanced analytics used to identify provider risk, potential improper payments, and emerging patterns across Minnesota's long-term services and supports programs. The position develops analytic methods that support prepayment review, post-payment analysis, provider prioritization, and other provider integrity activities.
The position will:
- Lead development and testing of prepayment review analytics.
- Develop predictive models, risk scores, anomaly detection, network analysis, and other advanced provider integrity analytics.
- Build the data structures and warehouse views needed to support provider integrity analytics.
- Validate analytic methods and provide technical guidance on their appropriate use.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications 3 years of professional experience in data science, statistical analysis, predictive analytics, or a related field. Experience must include:
- Developing, validating, and evaluating statistical or predictive models, including selecting relevant data variables, assessing model accuracy, and measuring model performance
- Advanced SQL and statistical or data science programming skills
- Experience with Medicaid claims, administrative data, LTSS provider billing, service delivery, authorization, and oversight
- Knowledge of longitudinal, behavioral, temporal, geospatial, and network analysis
Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience OR Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics or related field may substitute for 2 years of experience
Preferred Qualifications - Ability to communicate technical findings clearly and work effectively with technical, research, policy, program, and compliance staff
- Ability to evaluate model accuracy, reliability, interpretability, reproducibility, and limitations
- Ability to translate provider integrity risks into measurable analytic rules, variables, and models
- 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 Colin Stemper at colin.stemper@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.
