State of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN 55145
Job #2683520088
Working Title: Project and Consultation Supervisor
Job Class: Human Services Supervisor 3
Agency: Human Services Dept
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 04/16/2024
Closing Date : 04/29/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Central Office MMA
Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / MS OCI Team
Work Shift : Day Shift
Work Hours : 8:00am - 4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $35.98 - $51.83 / hourly; $75,126 - $108,221 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
Telework Eligible : Yes
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (~~~/) : 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.
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
_***_ Telework (~~~) (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available .***
As Project and Consultation Supervisor, you will supervise, lead and support DHS's efforts in continuous improvement and innovation. This position is responsible for the Department of Human Services' (DHS) Office of Continuous Improvement (OCI) project portfolio and supports the internal continuous improvement and innovation training program. This position consults with DHS units and all levels of agency personnel to provide advice, assistance and leadership on continuous improvement efforts.
Provide supervisory oversight and guidance to DHS OCI staff on the Improvement Project Leadership team.
Manage the DHS OCI project portfolio and reporting of portfolio results; ensure alignment with DHS and MSD strategic goals.
Direct the development of new, improved work procedures across the department by leading the most complex and/or sensitive improvement and innovation projects as needed.
Implement OCI long-range service and operational plans and provide leadership for CI functions within MSD.
Serve as DHS OCI liaison with MSD/DHS management and representative of DHS OCI within DHS and in the statewide CI community.
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, day and year for each job held.
Demonstrated leadership experience*
*Leadership experience can include:
Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead.
Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g., ELI, L4).
A paid/unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee (e.g., ERG) - experience must include:
AND
Four (4) years of specialized professional experience with continuous improvement and/or project management demonstrating the following:
Application of Lean and/or other continuous improvement or innovation methodologies and principles to improvement efforts within an organization.
General knowledge of basic project management theory and practice.
Experience conducting data planning, collection, analysis, and/or reporting.
Evaluating, designing or redesigning business processes and/or procedures.
Analytical/or research methods to design and prepare improvement efforts that meet business needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification or similar certification in Continuous Improvement methodologies.
Advanced training in and/or experience with SharePoint including site ownership-level responsibilities.
Experience modifying and presenting training to groups of varying size.
Public speaking experience and presentation skills to effectively present complicated information in a simple, understandable way (plain language) while emphasizing the value to the audience.
Formal training or certification in project management tools or methodology.
Project experience including using project management tools (e.g. Gantt charts, communication plans, task tracking and project plans, etc.).
Strong understanding of or experience in data analysis, interpretation, and synthesis to present accurate and useful information.
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a 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 ~~~ or email ~~~ . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
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