Project Manager - Medicaid Program Integrity ​/ Human Services Program Specialist 2

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* Working Title:

Project Manager - Medicaid Program Integrity*
* ** Job Class:
Human Services Program Specialist 2*
* ** Agency:
Human Services Dept*
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** Job ** : 94121

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** Location** :
St. Paul

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** Telework Eligible** :
Yes

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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Limited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 08/08/2026

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** Closing Date** : 08/10/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office

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** Division/Unit** : DHS-Central Office / ADSA DS Community Svcs Access

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday

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** Travel Required** :
No

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** Salary Range:**  $26.43 - $38.55 / hourly; $55,185 - $80,492 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Unclassified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

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** End Date** : 03/31/2027

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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt

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** Re-Posting** :
Yes

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
No

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.

** This position was previously announced on 05/08/2026. If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply.*
* *** This posting may be used to fill multiple openings**
* The Project Manager - Medicaid Program Integrity will coordinate all efforts across the execution Aging and Disability Services Administration (ADSA) as it relates to Medicaid Program Integrity. This includes but may not be limited to:

+ State plan benefits under Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention (EIDBI)

+ Personal Care Assistance (PCA)/Community First Services and Supports (CFSS

+ Home and Community-Based service (HCBS) waiver services including:

The Project Manager is responsible for providing strategic oversight, operationalizing and coordinating the work across ADSA and DHS related to strengthening program integrity in Medicaid. The position is responsible for coordinating, tracking, and ensuring that all ADSA-assigned requirements from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) through the Corrective Action Plan, focused reviews or audits, and other related activities are completed on-time and in-scope.

The position will guide and manage the portfolio, track work progress, elevate issues, resolve problems, identify gaps and risks, and collaborate across the Department to ensure effective implementation.

** Minimum Qualifications*
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* * 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.
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* 1 year professional experience in project planning and operations OR 3 years advanced technical or paraprofessional experience

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Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Public Policy, Public Administration or related field and 2 years of advanced technical or paraprofessional experience

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Master's degree in Human Services, Public Policy, Public Administration or related field

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Experience must demonstrate the following:

+ Familiarity with Medicaid program rules, functional eligibility, person-centered support planning, and medical necessity concepts

+ Program development and planning

+ Awareness of audit processes, fraud prevention, and program integrity standards in Medicaid

+ Familiarity with healthcare coding and billing basics relevant to behavioral health services

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Knowledge of HIPAA, state data practices, and confidentiality requirements for handling sensitive health information

+ Understanding of aging and disability services in scope for the CMS corrective action plan, CMS focused reviews, and other CMS-related activities

+ Effective written communication to document findings clearly and professionally

+ Proficient computer skills for data entry and electronic documentation systems

+ Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and/or 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.

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