Minnesota Department of Human Services
Director of Legislation and External Affairs - Human Services Program Coordinato
Minnesota Department of Human Services, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199
Director of Legislation and External Affairs - Human Services Program Coordinator
Join the Minnesota Department of Human Services as a Director of Legislation and External Affairs - Human Services Program Coordinator. 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. Working Title: Director of Legislation and External Affairs Job Class: Human Services Program Coordinator Agency: Human Services Dept Job ID: 89298 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: 10/01/2025 Closing Date: 10/14/2025 The incumbent(s) will serve as Director of Legislation and External Affairs, directing the legislative agenda for their respective Administration and Divisions. Responsibilities include but may not be limited to: Directing and leading the legislative policy and budget agenda for assigned administration(s). Leading major policy and legislative change initiatives across the agency. Providing lead work and mentoring the assigned legislation liaison(s), administration and division-level such as legislative coordinators. Strengthening and managing relations related to legislative initiatives, DHS legislative process, and community priorities. Acting as representative of the agency at legislative and community meetings. Interpreting legislative language and drafting Governor’s policy and budget bills, as well as technical assistance for community partners. Minimum Qualifications: Four (4) years advanced level policy analysis experience with the primary focus being directly engaged in the legislative process. Experience must also demonstrate the ability to facilitate the development of consensus among many parties that represent diverse points of view. Organization tracking, prioritizing, and understanding large amounts of information. Advanced level policy analysis experience supported by relevant experience to monitor and develop policy recommendations and long-term financial strategies. Understanding of statutory, session law, and administrative rule construction and interpretation, with some experience drafting legislation. Public speaking experience and presentation skills to effectively present policy, legislative, and other information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Preferred Qualifications: Extensive experience engaged in the Minnesota legislative process with a focus on health and human services. A Master’s degree in public affairs, public policy law, or similar area of study. Extensive knowledge and experience working on public policy development for Medicaid and related human services programs. Strong communication skills and experience presenting to leadership executives, community organizations, and legislators. Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
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Join the Minnesota Department of Human Services as a Director of Legislation and External Affairs - Human Services Program Coordinator. 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. Working Title: Director of Legislation and External Affairs Job Class: Human Services Program Coordinator Agency: Human Services Dept Job ID: 89298 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: 10/01/2025 Closing Date: 10/14/2025 The incumbent(s) will serve as Director of Legislation and External Affairs, directing the legislative agenda for their respective Administration and Divisions. Responsibilities include but may not be limited to: Directing and leading the legislative policy and budget agenda for assigned administration(s). Leading major policy and legislative change initiatives across the agency. Providing lead work and mentoring the assigned legislation liaison(s), administration and division-level such as legislative coordinators. Strengthening and managing relations related to legislative initiatives, DHS legislative process, and community priorities. Acting as representative of the agency at legislative and community meetings. Interpreting legislative language and drafting Governor’s policy and budget bills, as well as technical assistance for community partners. Minimum Qualifications: Four (4) years advanced level policy analysis experience with the primary focus being directly engaged in the legislative process. Experience must also demonstrate the ability to facilitate the development of consensus among many parties that represent diverse points of view. Organization tracking, prioritizing, and understanding large amounts of information. Advanced level policy analysis experience supported by relevant experience to monitor and develop policy recommendations and long-term financial strategies. Understanding of statutory, session law, and administrative rule construction and interpretation, with some experience drafting legislation. Public speaking experience and presentation skills to effectively present policy, legislative, and other information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Preferred Qualifications: Extensive experience engaged in the Minnesota legislative process with a focus on health and human services. A Master’s degree in public affairs, public policy law, or similar area of study. Extensive knowledge and experience working on public policy development for Medicaid and related human services programs. Strong communication skills and experience presenting to leadership executives, community organizations, and legislators. Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
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