State Program Manager Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Working Title: Permanency Records Specialist

Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior

Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept

• Job ID : 95860

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes, up to 50%

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 08/01/2026 date. Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent, non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position posted.

• Date Posted : 07/25/2026

• Closing Date : 08/17/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : DCYF / MAPE

• Division/Unit : DCYF / DCYF CS&P Adoption Programs

• Work Shift : Day Shift

• Work Hours : 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, up to 10%

• Salary Range: $28.75 - $42.16 / hourly; $60,030 - $88,030 / 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 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.

* Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available.

This position is responsible for carrying out the policies and procedures related to the Department post-adoption search requirements. This position is accountable for fulfilling responsibilities associated with the Department's partnership with the MN Department of Health, county, and tribal agencies, and licensed child-placing agencies to support persons affiliated with adoption and who are requesting records related to their adoption.

Responsibilities include:

• Discharge the Commissioner's responsibility in managing adoptions records related to post adoption search.

• Provide leadership and management in maintaining policies, procedures, resources, and communication as they relate to Post Adoption Searches.

• Participate in assessment and evaluation efforts used to improve the quality of services and approach, to effectively meet the needs of consumers.

• Perform other duties and assume other roles as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Two (2) years of professional experience working with programming impacting individuals and families.

Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following during the interview process:

• Knowledge of State and Federal government issues and policies specifically related to adoption services

• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; ability to respond openly to requests and concerns; experience translating technical information into plain language for a variety of audiences.

• Building and maintaining collaborative, trust-based relationships with external partners such as counties, tribes, and other governmental or community organizations.

• Experience with managing programs and managing changes within programs

*Bachelor's degree in social work, public policy, sociology or related field may substitute for one year of experience; Associate's degree may substitute for six months of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Accounting Principles

• Excellent judgment in providing a high level of discretion and sensitivity to issues affecting variety communities.

• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components:

• Reference check

• Criminal Background check

• Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)

• Driver's License Check

• Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees

• Additional assessment may be required during the interview process

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.