Insurance Policy Analyst - State Program Admin. Principal

Working Title: Insurance Policy Analyst

Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal

Agency: Commerce Department

• Job ID : 97650

• 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 : 10/10/2026

• Closing Date : 10/26/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Commerce Dept / Commerce-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Ins Health Policy

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• 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

• 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 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.

Hybrid work schedule available, up to 50% telework depending on business needs. Telework can be outside of the State of Minnesota if the candidate lives in a state bordering Minnesota and lives 50 miles or less from the primary work location. Primary work location will be the Golden Rule Building in St. Paul.

Internal candidates should contact Human Resources Representative listed on the job posting with questions.

The Minnesota Department of Commerce regulates the insurance industry in Minnesota to protect consumers and to ensure a fair and competitive marketplace. This position is part of a Health Insurance Policy Team that focuses on individual, small-group, and large-group insurance, as well as supplemental insurance lines.

Responsibilities Include:

• Conducting policy research and analysis of state and federal legislative and regulatory issues impacting health insurance, pharmacy benefits management, and other related topics.

• Supporting implementation of new and existing health insurance programs, policies, or initiatives created as a result of legislation or programmatic changes.

• Providing technical support and policy analysis for relevant state legislative activity, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in health insurance policy, insurance regulation, public policy or a related field.

A bachelor’s degree in public administration, Public Health, Public Policy, Healthcare Administration or a related field is equivalent to one (1) year of experience.

An Advanced degree in Public Administration, Public Health, Public Policy, Healthcare Administration or a related field is equivalent to eighteen (18) months of experience

Applicants who meet the above education/experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:

• Demonstrated skill in communicating complex policy, regulatory, or technical information effectively, both verbally and in writing, to a variety of audiences.

• Ability to interpret and analyze federal and/or state laws as well as department and division policies.

• Ability to prioritize work responsibilities, manage a variety of tasks and deadlines, and work well independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with regulatory compliance

• Knowledge of Minnesota state statutes related to health insurance

• Experience analyzing complex issues and developing policy recommendations or reports.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.

Additional Requirements

Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials, a 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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.