Job Details Working Title: Strategy, Coordination, and Planning Supervisor Job Class: Human Services Supervisor 3 Agency: Human Services Dept - Job ID: 97880
- 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: 10/21/2026
- Closing Date: 11/03/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DHS Central Office MMA
- Division/Unit: DHS-Central Office / ADSA Central Functions
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- 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
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 Strategy, Coordination, and Planning Supervisor supervises the Aging and Disability Services Administration's (ADSA) Strategy, Coordination & Planning Team in the Fiscal Analysis and Results Management (FARM) Division. Responsibilities include:
- Lead ADSA strategic planning, FARM budget and resource coordination, central project intake, portfolio management, implementation planning, operational coordination, performance management, and leadership decision support
- Direct a multidisciplinary team responsible for strategic planning and operations, policy-to-implementation coordination, business intelligence and information design, community-centered equity evaluation, and administrative and technical support liaison functions
- Establish priorities, governance structures, performance expectations, work standards, and decision-making processes that help ADSA and FARM translate long-term goals into coordinated action
- Ensure projects are sequenced based on statutory obligations, expected impact, risk, dependencies, available staff capacity, and budget resources
- Direct development of accessible performance measures, portfolio reporting, scenario analyses, executive recommendations, and continuous-improvement strategies so leadership can focus resources on the highest-impact priorities.
The team coordinates and enables work across FARM and ADSA; it does not replace the program, policy, fiscal, research, data, quality, or provider-integrity ownership of other teams.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Demonstrated leadership experience*
*Leadership experience can include:
- Experience as a supervisor, leadworker, 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. e.g. ERG) - experience must include:
- 1+ year of experience identifying issues, goals and strategic actions
- 100+ hours per year time commitment
AND
4 years of professional experience in strategic planning, project management, program operations, or a related field. Experience must demonstrate the following:
- Experience with researching or administering Medicaid long-term services and supports (LTSS), including the ability to assess population or operational needs, identifying implementation options, and developing recommendations
- Developing strategic plans and robust work plans
- Managing complex projects that cross functions or populations, developing organizational prioritization processes, and managing project portfolios to support strategic goals or address operational challenges
Preferred Qualifications - Skill in communicating complex strategic and operational issues to executive and external audiences of varying cognitive abilities
- Knowledge of personnel law, labor agreements, and employment requirements sufficient to make compliant supervisory decisions
- Ability to lead complex decision-making in ambiguous situations and resolve conflict
- Ability to establish clear roles, decision pathways and accountability
- 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.
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.
