**Working Title: Contracts Manager** **Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2** **Agency: Human Services Dept** + **Job ID** : 83754 + **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** : 01/30/2025 + **Closing Date** : 02/05/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office + **Division/Unit** : Health Care Administration / Purchasing and Service Delivery + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes 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. **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. The Contract Manager will assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of Prepaid Medical Assistance or county-based purchasing arrangements for the provision of health care services. Responsibilities Include: · Collaborate with and participate in the Division's managed care contract development and negotiations related to purchasing strategies and initiatives. · Monitor compliance of Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) with state, federal and other managed care contractual requirements. · Support managed care contract initiatives intended to improve performance, accountability and compliance with federal, state and contract-specified requirements. · Provide training to agency and county staff on how managed care systems function; including managed care contractual requirements and policy changes. **Minimum Qualifications** 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 experience with Health Care Programs demonstrating the following: · Compliance with State & Federal laws and regulations governing managed care and health care. · Health care administration, health care policy, managed care, law or directly-related field. · Contract management. · Knowledge of County organization structure and the role it plays in eligibility, health care, and continuing care. ***Bachelor’s Degree in Health Policy or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience OR Master’s degree in Health Policy or related field may substitute for 2 years of experience*** **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience with Minnesota Health Care Programs, Medicaid, managed care policy, and state and federal laws and regulations that govern managed care. + Knowledge of Medicare Program, health care purchasing, rates development, cost sharing, quality assurance and quality management principles, and health care provider roles and responsibilities is preferred. + Experience with monitoring or ensuring contract compliance. + Well-developed verbal and written communication skills. + Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures. **Additional Requirements** REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.