Telework Eligible: Yes Working Title: Housing Support Policy and Provider Training Specialist Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2 Agency: Human Services Dept Job ID: 97698

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: 10/28/2026 Closing Date: 10/30/2026 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office Division/Unit: DHS-Central Office / HHSSA Housing Support Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift Days of Work: Monday
- Friday Travel Required: Yes, (10-15% for meetings) Salary Range: $32.97
- $48.60 / hourly; $68,841
- $101,476 / annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 214
- MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE FLSA Status: Nonexempt Re-Posting: Yes Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes We have re-posted this position. If you previously applied and are 'under consideration', your application is still valid, and you will continue to be position eligible.*
* 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. 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. 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. Join our dedicated Housing Support Program (HSP) team in the Homelessness, Housing, and Support Services Administration (HHSSA) where you will play a vital role in shaping, applying, and enhancing HSP policy. In this role you will develop, apply, and modify HSP policy, ensure HSP providers receive needed training, and oversee the program’s quality assurance process. This position provides extensive training and technical assistance to HSP providers as well as county and tribal contract managers and planners. You will also work to ensure that issues and concerns are logged and resolved in a timely fashion. You will represent the HSP on a variety of workgroups and coordinate across state government to ensure that HSP is an included response in efforts to end and prevent homelessness for people with disabilities and older adults. Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To Leads HSP policy development and interpretation, program improvement, and quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with program-related standards as outlined in the HSP Agreement. Participates in the development and interpretation of HSP policy, trains internal and external partners, and establishes best practices and standards for the HSP.



Develops and executes training materials designed to provide prospective, current, and experienced providers with information related to HSP. Coordinates county and tribal contract manager and planner meetings to address programmatic issues and provide guidance around HSP policy and standards. Provides technical assistance related to HSP upon request from internal and external partners. As assigned, manages projects, participates in collaborative efforts, and assists with development activities underway in HHSSA and other areas of state government affecting the planning for housing-related services and supports. 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 of advisory or strategic-level experience in government or non-profit agency focused on supportive housing, housing assistance, housing support, or another related programs. Demonstrated Experience Must Include Working knowledge of the role of income support programs in Minnesota’s human services and community health systems. Skilled in developing and presenting training material in a variety of formats, supporting a wide range of learning styles and accessibility needs. Contract management and/or basic financial management/budgeting practices. Practical understanding of eligibility, payment, and tracking systems such as MAXIS, MMIS, and HMIS. Skilled in program design, implementation, management, and policy development. Knowledge of continuous improvement methods. Proficiency in initiating, tracking, and completing project work. A bachelor’s degree in social work, public policy, public administration, or a related field ma

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