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Working Title: DCT Tribal Relations Director

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Principal

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 79971

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes - This position is Teleworking (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) with the expectation to travel to Tribal events and Tribal Reservations

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/10/2024

• Closing Date : 10/10/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Human Services / DHS Manager

• Division/Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Administration

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 25% to travel to Tribal events and Tribal Reservations

• Salary Range: $48.45 - $69.48 / hourly; $101,163 - $145,074 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

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 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.

This position is Teleworking (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) with the expectation to travel to Tribal events and Tribal Reservations

Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our DCT Administration Office for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as our Tribal Relations Director! This position will represent DCT in coordinating clinical services and transitions in care with tribes and urban Indians, assures culturally informed clinical programing across DCT, and drives positive outcomes for Native Americans served by DCT. The incumbent will report to the External Relations Executive Director and have regular meetings with the DCT Health System Chief Executive Officer on issues that impact tribes and urban native communities and is responsible for developing agency wide strategic planning recommendations; project formation, project management and recommendations; and other performance improvement initiatives to achieve desired outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serve as a liaison between DCT and Tribes and urban native communities, as well as other government agencies, counties, community partners and key stakeholders as necessary and related to treatment of Native Americans in DCT.

• In conjunction with DCT Transition Director, coordinate, and complete agency-wide efforts to effective transitions in care for Native Americans served by DCT, assuring culturally informed clinical programing across DCT, and the reduction in healthcare disparities.

• Manage, plan and complete agencywide project that are focused on the improvement of patient, client, and staff disparities of Tribal members in DCT.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience working with Tribal Nations, Urban Indian communities, and/or Tribal Governments. Experience must include:

• Managing programs, including strategic planning, and directing the work of staff.

• Interacting and participating in tribal affairs or in a tribal community-based position.

Candidates will be further assessed on the following:

• Knowledge of and respect for Native American values, cultures, and traditions in Indian Country.

• Knowledge of tribal government functions and operations sufficient to recommend appropriate strategies related to government training and development programs.

• Knowledge of tribal laws and government.

• Ability to work in a collaborative and consultative manner with tribal governments to accomplish goals and objectives in cooperation with tribal governments.

• Ability to gain trust and credibility with eleven federally recognized tribes and with Urban native communities.

• Ability to build support among Tribal and Urban Indian communities for agency initiatives and programs.

• Strong interpersonal skills sufficient to mediate, negotiate, and manage relationships with tribal governments, indigenous people and communities, urban Indians, agency staff, and other stakeholders, and effectively resolve problems or issues.

• Commitment to and experience with diversity, inclusion, and equity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in social work, psychology, or other related behavioral health field.

• Experience working in a behavioral health setting and/or traditional healing.

• Minnesota Tribal government work experience.

• Knowledge of the history and culture of Minnesota Tribes.

• Holds a license as a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW), licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed practical clinical councilor (LPCC), or licensed psychologist (LP) in the state of Minnesota; or who is license eligible for any of the aforementioned licensures and able to obtain licensure in Minnesota prior to start date.

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others 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.

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.