Homelessness Program Manager - Human Services Program Representative

Homelessness Program Manager - Human Services Program Representative 2

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Working Title:
Homelessness Program Manager
Job Class:
Human Services Program Representative 2
Agency:
Human Services Dept

• Job : 97108
• Location:
  St. Paul
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/18/2026
• Closing Date: 10/01/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Work Shift/Work Hours:
  Day Shift / 8:00am to 4:30pm
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  Yes, ( Approximately 25% for meetings)
• Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

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.

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 is eligible for telework for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.

Flexible work hours may be permitted with supervisor approval.

With a high degree of independence, this position serves as the lead program administrator for the bonding capital program and the Homeless Youth Act (HYA) Capital program within the Grants Programs Team of the Homelessness, Housing, and Support Services (HHSSA) Administration at Department of Human Services (DHS). This position administers these capital programs by applying statutory and funding requirements, developing operational materials, and coordinating implementation with internal and external partners, including nonprofit organizations, Tribal Nations, and local units of government, to acquire, construct, and rehabilitate facilities serving single adults, families, and/or youth who are currently or formerly experiencing homelessness.

The position carries full program-level responsibility for bonding and HYA Capital once temporary capital positions conclude, exercising substantial independent judgment within its assigned capital program areas. The role also supports all HHSSA GPT homelessness assistance programs, including but not limited to ESP, ESG, THP, CLI, HAS, PATH, HSASMI, HYA, and Safe Harbor. The position provides coordination with external and internal partners and contributes substantially to shaping how bonding-funded and HYA Capital-funded facilities develop statewide that improve housing stability for people experiencing homelessness across Minnesota, including people with substance use disorders, mental health issues, and developmental, physical, or other disabilities.

It supports statewide efforts to improve the availability, quality, and habitability of facilities serving people experiencing homelessness across Minnesota.

The position coordinates all activities related to General Obligation (GO) bond requirements and collaborates with staff administering other homelessness assistance programs, to support DHS capital improvement appropriations and legislatively directed projects. This includes expanding and strengthening emergency shelter capacity and improving the safety, quality, and functionality of facilities. The role provides information sharing and provides technical assistance to ensure projects are effectively managed and compliant with applicable laws, regulations, and funding requirements.

Operating with minimal oversight, the position develops and updates operational materials, tools, and guidance that apply to bonding and HYA Capital requirements and supports consistent implementation of these capital programs to promote best practices and innovation. The position implements DHS legislative and administration priorities related to bonding and…