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Working Title: Background Studies Research Assistant

Job Class: Human Services Program Specialist 1

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 77798

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 06/21/2024

• Closing Date : 07/05/2024

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

• Division/Unit : Office of Inspector General / Background Studies

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

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $22.61 - $32.71 / hourly; $47,209 - $68,298 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

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

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

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

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 is responsible for conducting background studies in accordance with the Human Services Background Studies Act (245C). Background studies are conducted on individuals who will have contact with vulnerable (child or adult) populations; and in compliance with requirements of licensed, and/or non-licensed human service and health programs. This position accesses a range of study subject records and information that are obtained from specific sources such as online databases, registries, and repositories; including sources maintained by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

As a Fee-for-Service enterprise model, the division measures effectiveness, efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction through regular reviews of business intelligence data by managing and measuring the volume of studies, study complexity , and time to complete studies. The Background Studies Division is situated within the Office of Inspector General (OIG). Background Studies enterprise also administers and performs rap back services; employment and licensure verifications; disqualification reconsiderations, set-asides and variances; preponderance of evidence, statutory comparisons, rescissions, expungements, administrative fair and contested case hearings, and litigation.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Performing confirm identity by comparing information on background study subjects to DHS registries and BCA criminal history.

· Requesting maltreatment records from Minnesota counties using the Social Services Information System (SSIS) and from the Minnesota State-Wide Substantiated Abuse and Neglect Registry.

· Drafting disqualification notices involving cases determined to be high priority due to complexity or other urgency.

· Complete child abuse neglect registry (CANR) and sex offender registry checks from other states where the background study subject currently resides or has resided in the previous five years when applicable.

· Respond to questions from study subjects, employers, and other state agencies.

Minimum Qualifications

2 years advanced administrative support, professional, or technical experience in criminal justice or human services.

OR

Associate degree in criminal justice, human services AND 1 year advanced administrative support, paraprofessional, or technical experience.

AND

Experience must demonstrate the following:

· Convey legal or procedural information.

· Analyze information and make decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience working with NetStudy 2.0, NetStudy, Licensing Information System (LIS), Social Services Information System (SSIS).

· Knowledge of Minnesota Statutes, Chapters 245C (Human Services Background Studies Act), 13 (Minnesota Government Data Practices Act), and 245A (Human Services Licensing Act), Minnesota Statutes, chapter 260E (Maltreatment of Minors Act) and Minnesota Statutes, sections 626.557 (Vulnerable Adults Act), Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (Federal Law), and other applicable laws and rules pertaining to background study requirements.

· Ability to multi-task.

· Ability to communicate broadly with others.

· 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.