Human Service Assistant Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Government Services Center, 500 Fir Avenue West Fergus Falls, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 109:07/26
Department: Human Services
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: 7/22/2026 4:30 PM Central
Description
Otter Tail County is now accepting applications for a full-time Assistant Director position with Health and Human Services.
The purpose of this position is to provide administrative leadership and supervision to Health and Human Services staff and supervisors; develop and implement quality improvement initiatives and performance management activities; direct the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Health and Human Services programs; support accreditation, certification, and continuous quality improvement activities required by state and federal laws, regulations, and applicable program standards; develop, recommend, and manage budgets for multiple programs; develop, administer, and monitor contracts; interpret laws, rules, regulations, and policies; prepare reports and evaluate programs for efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance; support strategic planning and organizational development efforts; coordinate services and initiatives across divisions, departments, and community partners; lead the implementation of technology and process improvement initiatives; support emergency preparedness and response activities; and act on behalf of the Health and Human Services Director in the Director's absence.
Applications for this position will be accepted until 4:30pm on July 22, 2026.
Examples of Duties

• Provide administrative leadership to assigned staff and program supervisors, establishing clarity regarding vision, mission, role definition, and individual responsibilities; modeling and coaching desired behaviors and leadership skills; planning and providing training and development opportunities; supervising, directing, and evaluating performance; and addressing employee concerns and personnel matters through coaching corrective action, disciplinary process, and other performance management activities.
• Collaborate with the Health and Human Services Director to carry out the operations, operational decision-making, and implementation of the Health and Human Services Department to ensure the delivery of effective, efficient, and integrated services. Foster coordination, collaboration, and alignment among teams within Health and Human Services, across the Health and Wellness Team, and with other County departments. Support strategic planning and organizational development efforts.
• Actively develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with community partners, service providers, stakeholders, and governmental entities through ongoing communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and facilitation. Serve as a liaison to address concerns, resolve conflicts, build consensus, and promote productive partnerships that advance departmental and county goals.
• Develop, direct, implement, and evaluate Health and Human Service-related programs, in concert with, and in the absence of, the Health and Human Services Director. Prepare reports and evaluate programs for efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance.
• Establish policies, procedures, goals, objectives, and standards in accordance with program / grant rules, regulations, and guidelines. Lead and/or support quality and process improvement activities.
• Develop, negotiate, and administer contracts to purchase or provide services.
• Represent the County at community and provider meetings, state and local government meetings, and hearings, including Statewide professional organizations.
• Draft, recommend, and manage budgets for multiple programs.
• Lead departmental work on implementation and ongoing use of technology and electronic documentation systems; act as a representative on associated workgroups.
• Offer leadership and support for Health and Wellness Team (Probation, Public Health, Veterans, and Extension) multi-disciplinary initiatives.
• May assist with duties and responsibilities as outlined in the County Emergency Operations Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in social work, psychology, nursing, public health, community health, administration or related field
• Five years of experience in a public health or human services setting
• Two years of supervisory or leadership experience
• Valid Driver's License

Supplemental Information
This position is regularly scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8:00-4:30 p.m. with occasional consultation phone calls on evenings and weekends. The 2026 starting salary for this position is $94,245 annually, depending on qualifications, with advancement to $141,315.
The selection process will include an online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Semi-finalists will be invited to interview. Prior to hire, finalists will be required to pass reference checks and a background investigation. A standard twelve-month probationary period applies.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, click on desired job title, then the "Apply" link. On-line applications are stored on a secure site. Only you and authorized employees of Otter Tail County have access to the information submitted.
When filling out any employment application materials for Otter Tail County, you must include your entire employment and education history. Failure to do so may render your application incomplete.
Veterans Preference
Eligible veterans as defined by Minnesota Statute 197.447 may claim Veterans Preference during the hiring process. A DD214 and required supporting documentation must be included with the employment application to receive preference.
Background Investigation
All employment offers are contingent upon the applicant passing a background investigation which may include, but are not limited to, gathering information from the following sources: Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, other law enforcement agencies, court documents, educational institutions, previous employers, Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services, military records, Immigration and Naturalization Services, and known associates of the applicant.
Criminal convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. Making false statements or withholding information during the hiring process will cause you to be barred from employment or removed from employment.
Otter Tail County is a tobacco-free workplace.
Otter Tail County does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, sex (pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation), marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, or genetic information.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Otter Tail County provides an attractive benefit package for regular full-time employees, including health, dental, life, long-term disability, and retirement benefits through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Regular full-time employees can expect to accrue holiday, sick, and vacation leave benefits. In addition, employees receive professional development opportunities.
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