**Working Title: Outreach and Engagement Specialist** **Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2** **Agency: Human Services Dept** + **Job ID** : 83284 + **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** : 01/15/2025 + **Closing Date** : 02/04/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office + **Division/Unit** : DHS-Central Office / ADSA MFP TC & Transform Team + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : Yes, up to 50% + **Salary Range:** $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / 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 (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes This position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for Telework or a mixture of working in our office and 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. The Outreach and Engagement Specialist is designed to support outreach, engagement, and communications for the Transitions, Tribal & Transformation (TT&T) Division of the Aging and Disability Services Administration (ADSA) in DHS. TT&T exists to improve systems, share information and resources, and co-create flexible services that meet people’s needs. We work with Tribal Nations and our partners to help older adults, people with disabilities, and others who need support to leave institutions and live in their communities. TT&T is funded through the federal Money Follows the Person Demonstration grant. The grant is currently funded through 2031-2032, with the possibility of continued funding or to become a permanent program. In collaboration with staff across the Division, the position will develop strategies to engage partners who have diverse lived experience; obtain and utilize regular feedback; and develop and disseminate multimodal communications to ensure the programs remain relevant and reflective of current needs in the community. Through these efforts, the position will help ensure eligible Minnesotans have equitable access to programs and services administered by TT&T and all other transition programs. Some responsibilities include, but are not limited to: + Develop and implement a strategic plan to guide outreach, engagement, and training about services administered by TT&T and other transition services that support people to live in their communities. + Develop and implement a communications plan to raise awareness about and promote TT&T programs and ensure key community partners across the state receive programmatic information and updates. + Develop data collection and reporting strategies to ensure statewide outreach, engagement, training, and communication initiatives promote equitable access to and increase enrollment in services administered by TT&T as well as other transition services that help people live in their communities. **Minimum Qualifications** Three (3) years professional experience with community-based organizations that support: + people with disabilities of any age + older adults + people with mental health diagnoses, or + members of Tribal Nations Experience must include: + Community outreach and engagement activities + Strategic communications and multimodal content development + Quantitative and qualitative data collection and reporting processes + Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to major public assistance programs for people with disabilities, older adults, people with mental health diagnoses, or Tribal members Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Communications, or other related fields may substitute for one (1) year of work experience Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Communications, or other related fields may substitute for two (2) years of work experience **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience leading community organizing strategies + Proven history with developing and implementing engaging, dynamic communications and marketing campaigns that effectively reach culturally and geographically diverse communities + Variety of experience working effectively with others from different backgrounds and/or cultures + Understanding of Tribal Nations in Minnesota, tribal members, and government-to-government relations + Ability to interact with sensitivity and respect for the cultural and other differences that will be encountered with co-workers, counties, Tribes, community agencies and advocates + Comprehension of or experience administering Medical Assistance programs, specifically Home and Community Based Services **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. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.