Telework Eligible: Yes Working Title: Housing Support Policy and Provider Training Specialist Human Services Program Representative 2 Telework Eligible: Yes Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Date Posted: 10/28/2026 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; $Bargaining Unit/Union: 214
- MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE Re-Posting: Yes Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes We have re-posted this position. 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 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. 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, recent, 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. 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. 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. 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 may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. A master’s degree in social work, public policy, public administration, or a related field may substitute for two (2) years of work experience. In-depth understanding of eligibility and quality assurance standards for HSP. Comprehensive understanding of all HSP setting types, including their unique requirements and best practices, and the ability to apply this knowledge in training and technical assistance. Experience in analyzing and addressing quality assurance issues. Expertise in developing training materials and technical assistance tools. Experience working with training development software such as Articulate 360. Experience interpreting and applying state and federal laws. Knowledge of DHS policies, procedures, processes, laws and rules, state information technology practices and issues. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance. f you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, yo

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