Minnesota Department of Human Services Looking for Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) Chief Financial Officer at St Paul, MN  Full Time

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Working Title: Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) Chief Financial Officer
Job Class: Human Services Manager 4
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 01/21/2023
• Closing Date: 02/10/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DHS Manager
• Division/Unit: DCTSSVS / DCT Finance Ldr
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday – Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $45.58 – $65.26 / hourly; $95,171 – $136,262 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 – Manager/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Exempt – Executive
• Telework Eligible: Yes
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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.

This position is primarily telework however you may need to do occasional visits to the office

The Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) Chief Financial Officer provides executive leadership and strategic guidance of the financial management and legislative initiatives for the Direct Care and Treatment Administration. DCT is a highly specialized healthcare system that provides services to over 12,000 clients/patient who have been committed to the commissioner of Department of Human Services (DHS) in over 200 facilities, with direct care provided by over 4800 employees. This position works in direct collaboration with the Health System CEO, while reporting up through the DHS Chief Financial Officer. Key functions of this role includes:

• Providing key financial resource to the DCT executive management team and assess the economic/financial impact of major business decisions on the programs within the administration.
• Working to ensure policy, administrative and strategic direction related to financial management and analysis, general accounting, budgeting, fixed asset accounting, healthcare billing, Medicare compliance, payer relations, accounts receivable, and purchasing services remain in alignment with the funding that is provided through the legislature and enterprise revenue resources.
• Managing of the professional relationship with the Office of the Legislative Auditor, Minnesota Management and Budget, the DHS divisions of Internal Audit and Financial Operations, legislators and their staff and the Governor’s office and their staff.
• Ensuring compliance with compliance with state and federal public health payment regulations in accordance with regulations under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in related field of finance, accounting, healthcare finance, CPA or equivalent is required.

AND

5 years of progress/combined experience in healthcare finance management

OR

4 years of strategic level finance leadership and management experience over multiple sites/locations

All applicants experience must also include:

• Development of finance policy, budgets and funding strategies.
• Excellent skills with negotiations, and mediations to resolve differences between competing positions.
• Expert oral and written communication skills to demonstrate good follow up and accountability while also effectively explaining complex and multi-faceted healthcare/human service policy, funding strategies and proposals.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA, Masters in healthcare finance or healthcare administration.
• Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations, best practices, industry standards, and current developments governing state and federal budgeting, financial management, accounting, procurement, and contracting.
• Knowledge of both private and public healthcare payment/reimbursement strategies.
• Experience in conflict resolution or resolving critical issues.
• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with individuals from different backgrounds and 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.

How to Apply

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About Human Services Dept

DHS – DCT operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

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
• 11 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

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 or email and indicate what assistance is needed.