Telework Eligible: Yes Working Title: American Indian Substance Use Disorder Block Grant Manager Job Class: Grants Specialist Senior Telework Eligible: Yes Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Date Posted: 09/01/2026 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office Division/Unit: DHS-Central Office / BHA SUD AI Team Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am to 4:30pm Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: Yes, (Approximately 25% for meetings) Salary Range: $30.76 - $45.26 / hourly; $Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Skilled Empl/MAPE Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes DHS does not participate in E-Verify. 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.

Flexible work hours may be permitted with supervisor approval. In coordination with the Central Grants Office, the Substance Use Disorder Grants Manager exists to provide leadership and direction, for the lifecycle of culturally specific grants and contracts processes, with a focus on substance use initiatives across multiple program lines. This includes facilitating the pre-award, RFP and RFP process, award, post-award, monitoring, and close-out phases of the grant process in accordance with state and federal laws, regulations, and mandates.

The Grants

Manager will collaborate with internal teams, Tribal Nations, urban American Indian community leaders, and other partners to ensure culturally specific needs are met effectively. Additionally, this position will partner on targeted activities, projects and outcomes with the American Indian Substance Use Policy Lead and other Behavioral Health Administration staff, staff from other DHS divisions and other state agencies. The incumbent will be involved in providing technical assistance, consultation and be the tribal liaison for the Substance Use Block Grant within the Tribal Nations and urban American Indian communities.

The incumbent, reporting directly to the AI Team Substance Use Supervisor, will report on various activities, projects,



and outcomes to other supervisors and managers within the agency, division or department.

Substance Use Disorder Tribal

Liaison and Community Engagement Grant and Contract Management 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. Project and program management skills that include evaluation and tracking grant budgets. Lived experience in an Urban American Indian community or experience working with American Indian communities providing services.

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, public health, or other related fields may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. Community engagement experience. communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; This may include a review of documentation related to job performance. 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 (phone hidden) or DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN [email protected] 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.

Connection with their coworkers and communities Opportunities for personal and professional growth As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well. Paid vacation and sick leave ~12 paid holidays each year ~ Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans ~ Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children ~6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children ~ Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)



~ Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death ~ Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury ~ Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care ~ Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being Support To Help You Reach Your Career Goals Training, classes, and professional development Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For Work/life Support A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care State agencies 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.

The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

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📌 American Indian Substance Use Disorder Block Grant Manager - Grants Specialist Senior (Saint Paul)
🏢 Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment
📍 Saint Paul