JOB SUMMARY

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.

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.

Two (2) years of advanced level experience managing Tribal/American Indians Urban grants.

Experience must demonstrate:

• Knowledge of culturally specific invention models related to mental health treatment services.
• Experience managing mental health related grants.
• Understanding of Minnesota Health Care Programs to include Medical Assistant, General Assistance Medicare, and Minnesota Care.
• Lived experience in an Urban American Indian community or experience working with American Indian communities providing services.
• Bachelor’s degree in public health, behavioral health, or another closely related fields may substitute for one (1) year of work experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Experience working with local tribes and/or American Indian Organizations and Programs.
• Actively involved in the American Indian’s communities.
• Trained at facilitating group dynamics and coalition building to reach a consensus.
• Background in human development, counseling, substance abuse and mental health, and prevention theories.
• Strong human relations and communication skills; communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; respond openly to requests and concerns.
• Ability to give presentations and to facilitate discussions to guide, solicit and explore diverse perspectives.

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).

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

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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.

SOME RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Provide leadership in grants management for all partners toward increasing local capacity building activities for implementation of Medicated Assisted Treatment and Substance Use Disorder services. Plan with partners to develop and enhance local capabilities to deliver treatment support and recovery services for Opiate Abuse in a flexible, integrated, person-centered, cultural, and community-based service system that meets the individuals, families and communities needs holistically.
• Lead RFP development for culturally specific SUD/Opioid Abuse grants, ensuring inclusive and comprehensive solicitation processes.
• Budget and Financial Administration