Working Title: Community Relations and Engagement SpecialistJob Class: Human Services Program Representative 2Agency: Department of Children, Youth, and Families
Job ID : 78438
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Limited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 07/13/2024
Closing Date : 07/26/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Children, Youth, and Families Dept /MAPE DCYF Central Office
Division/Unit : DCYF/ Child Support Division
Work Shift: Day Shift
Work Hours : 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
End Date : 07/15/2026
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF 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.In the 2023 legislative session, the Governor’s Office, Minnesota legislature, and leaders for children and families worked in partnership to pass legislation establishing the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) to create a sustainable, public face for children’s issues in state government. This new cabinet-level agency brings together programs centered on children and families, including child care and early learning, child support, child safety and permanency, economic support and food assistance, and youth opportunity. The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) Agency became effective on July 1, 2024. Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available . This is a temporary unclassified position that is expected to last 2 years with full sick, vacation, and holiday benefits.The Community Relations and Engagement Specialist will provide outreach, technical assistance and communication from the Child Support Division to various stakeholders and communities impacted by policies and procedures related to the “Advancing Equity in Child Support” federal demonstration grant.This position is being created to provide community engagement support related to the deliverables for the project including the development of a Parent Advisory Council who will provide consultation to the child support program regarding equitable service delivery and better outcomes for all program participants.The Community Relations and Engagement Specialist will consult and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to develop and maintain an effective outreach plan, facilitate meaningful engagement, cultivate feedback and ensure CSD program accountability to cultural communities. The person in this role will advise and support the child support program in their efforts to better serve underrepresented and underserved populations as well as serve as a liaison to culturally specific providers and stakeholders. Responsibilities include:
Create and implement an ongoing development plan for future and current outreach needs, education, and communication efforts, pertaining to the work of the federal grant.This position oversees all related division outreach efforts to ensure a comprehensiveapproach.
Establish and maintain relationships with underrepresented stakeholders and culturally specific providers pertaining to the establishment of the Parent Advisory Council.
In consultation and coordination with internal and external partners, develop and execute a meaningful stakeholder engagement plan.
Coordinate with CSD staff and managers regarding the measurement, tracking and reporting on community engagement efforts related to the Advancing Equity in Child Support project activities.
Minimum QualificationsTo 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.Three (3) years of professional responsibility in community engagement and program development in a human services, social services or a public health setting. Each year of experience must include:
Experience in program development and delivery with a proven ability to strategically analyze program requirements, and other guidelines to develop and implement systemic process improvements.
Experience in community and stakeholder engagement and in building solid partnerships with stakeholders.
Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, build and sustain relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
In-depth and detailed knowledge of Minnesota’s communities, social structures, political systems, and other societal structures.
Ability to communicate to lay audiences about inclusion and equity issues.
Ability to write plainly, clearly, and in an organized fashion while conveying complicated concepts.
Skill and ability to communicate with individuals in multiple languages, using interpreters as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of or experience working within the Minnesota Child Support program.
Subject matter expertise in state and federal civil rights law, in any of these areas: education, housing, employment, public accommodations, public services, business and credit, or discrimination claims.
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional RequirementsREFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – DCYF will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota 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.
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