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Working Title: Mental Health Information Systems Analyst
Job Class: Research Analysis Specialist Senior
Agency: Human Services Dept
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 03/23/2024
- Closing Date: 04/05/2024
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
- Division/Unit: DHS-Central Office / BHDH ADAD Data Information
- Work Shift: Day Shift
- Work Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $30.55 - $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,001 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
- Telework Eligible: No
- Re-Posting: Yes
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
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.
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
**Telework (Within Minnesota or Neighboring States) and Flexible Hours Options Are Available.
This position acts as lead worker providing leadership, development, and high-level policy coordination required to manage and assist with updating the web-based Mental Health Information System (MHIS). The position is responsible for aligning system data collection and reporting capabilities with legislative, county, provider, media, and federal reporting requests and requirements. The position will oversee Quality Analysis monitoring and data correction and assess MHIS potential growth and capacity to align with data collection and reporting functions required by the Behavioral Health and other divisions with Department of Human Services (DHS), and other State agencies. Reporting examples include but are not limited to compliance with Federal Block Grant Reporting, client level reporting, legislative and provider requests, Olmsted reporting, and new reports that develop out of liaison work with other divisions and state agencies.
This lead worker position manages the development of what data is collected, the associated data collection processes and data edits, software used for reporting, system interface development and/or reporting capability between MHIS data and Minnesota Health Care
Programs (MHCP) claims data. The position has lead business area responsibility for all related ad hoc, or Minnesota Information Technology (MNIT) project enhancements. The position will manage documentation protocols of system history and development changes, guide develop training materials and oversee training and technical assistance protocols to DHS staff, county personnel, and providers.
The position is responsible for developing and overseeing the production of management reports for DHS staff, providers and counties from data collected according to grants/contracts protocols, MHIS and MHCP claims data in DHS data warehouse, and as part of collaborative functions between and among state agencies.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Three (3) years professional experience demonstrating expertise supporting research and data analysis for health-care related programs.
Experience must include:
- Practical experience database management, data collection, relational databases along with performing statistical analysis.
- Project management skills to track and present results.
- Skilled at using MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Suite programs.
- Experience working with data visualization tools such as Tableau, R, SQL, or SAS.
- Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Psychology, Human Services, Social Work, Public Health, or another related fields may substitute for one (1) year of work experience.
**Master’s Degree in IT, Psychology, Human Services, Social Work, Public Health, or another related fields may substitute for one (2) year of work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
- Experience working with Crystal Reports or any data warehouse, Information Systems and/or programs.
- Strong human relations and communication skills; communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; respond openly to requests and concerns.
- Knowledge of Mental/Behavioral Health Care Programs.
- Skilled at using a variety of programs such as MMIS, MAXIS, and SSIS.
Additional Requirements
- Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) criminal background check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background check.
- Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance. It also includes contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
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 job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
If you have questions about the position, contact Diane Hulzebos at diane.hulzebos@state.mn.us.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID# 71500, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Dennis Stevenson at dennis.b.stevenson@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.
About Human Services Dept
WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! The Minnesota Department of Human Services impacts the lives of 1.7 million people every year, helping them meet their basic needs so they can achieve their highest potential.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:
- 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
- 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
- 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
- 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
- Public pension plan
- Training and professional development
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Paid parental leave
- Low-cost medical and dental coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Vision coverage
- Wellness programs and resources
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Health care spending and savings accounts
- Dependent care spending account
- Tax-deferred compensation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations 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 and indicate what assistance is needed.
