Regional Federal Operations Executive Manager - Health Program Manager Senior

Working Title: Regional Federal Operations Executive Manager

Job Class: Health Program Manager Senior

Agency: Health Department

• Job ID : 96602

• Location : Varies

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : This vacancy is open to all qualified job seekers.

• Date Posted : 09/02/2026

• Closing Date : 09/22/2026

• Hiring Agency : Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)

• Division/Unit : Health Regulation / Executive Operations

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, up to 25%

• Salary Range: $48.21 - $69.21 / hourly; $100,662 - $144,510 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Managerial Plan

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

• 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.

Join our dynamic team at the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) where your passion for public health will help make a tangible impact on the well-being of all Minnesotans. The Health Regulation Division (HRD) protects the health and safety of Minnesotans by monitoring compliance with many of the laws and rules designed to protect them.

As part of the executive team, the Regional Operations Executive Manager will act as a subject matter expert related to federal health regulations and provide strategic input into the overall direction of the division based on direction, requirements and actions requested by the Federal regulators.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead, promote, and support Federal Operations and the management team while serving as the key leader for overall operations of the Federal Team. as a strategic partner with the Health Regulation executive team to develop and maintain compliant policies and operating standards, and support division staff enforcing regulatory requirements.

• Manage state and federal regulatory requirements that include the preparation of services associated with evaluations and other work.

• Act as an expert on services through contact with stakeholders, providers, associations, customers, providers, internal personnel, state, and federal regulatory agents and/or officials.

• Support new program/service development, government relations, and services supporting the Minnesota Department of Health.

• Work as a strategic partner to anticipate and develop future services and develop program guidelines and practices for all new services associated with state and federal requirements.

• Work in close coordination with the regional operations team and have a strong understanding of Federal requirements, State Licensure and Vulnerable Adult requirements.

In accordance with HR/LR Policy #1422 Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) , this position is eligible for up to 50% telework for applicants who live in Minnesota or in a bordering state within 50 miles of the assigned work location. Candidates residing outside of Minnesota or in a bordering state within 50 miles of the assigned work location at the time of application must be able to relocate to Minnesota within 30 days of their start date. The telework policy may exempt employees who live more than 50 miles from their primary work location from the 50% in-office requirement, depending on job requirements, helping the State of Minnesota access top talent across the state.

This position will have the option of teleworking; however, it will be based on the business needs of the unit and is at supervisory discretion. Travel to the St. Paul office location may be required. Reimbursement for authorized business travel expenses is provided according to plan guidelines.

Position location will be determined by the top candidate and be based out of one of the following MDH office locations: St. Paul, St. Cloud, Duluth, Rochester, Mankato, Bemidji, or Fergus Falls.

Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) years of experience in a public health or human services program including:

• Experience with health care delivery systems including administrative processes; and federal and state statutes and laws pertaining to health care facilities and other regulated establishments and providers.

• Experience in clinical and health care investigations.

• Experience with preparing and planning budgets.

AND

Demonstrated leadership experience that may include any of the following:

• Experience as a supervisor, team lead, lead worker, or project lead

• Completion of a State leadership development program, such as Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) or Senior Leadership Institute (SLI)

• Completion of a similar or equivalent leadership development program through another organization

• A paid or unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee, such as an Employee Resource Group (ERG). This experience must also include:

• 1+ years of identifying issues, goals, and strategic actions

• 100+ hours per year time commitment

Qualifications to be further assessed during the interview process:

• Ability to create and provide strategic direction by interpreting federal requirement and regulations.

• Human relation skills to achieve effective working relationships within the agency and externally, including the ability to create a positive work culture.

• Excellent writing and verbal communication skill sufficient to communicate clearly with division leadership and staff.

• Knowledge of legislative and regulatory policy.

Substitute a Doctorate degree in public health, Public Administration, Health Care Administration, Public Policy, for 24 months, A Juris Doctor, or master's degree in one of the above areas may be substituted 18th months Nursing or closely related field for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor's degree in one of the above areas may be substituted for twelve (12) months of experience; and associate's degree in one of the above areas may substituted for six (6) months of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal long term care programs and processes.

• Experience in federal long term care regulatory requirements including all Centers for Medicaid and Medicare regulation and billing elements.

• Experience in senior or executive management that requires change management and/or continuous improvement.

• Experience or demonstrated ability in State or federal government policy work and/or development.

• Experience or demonstrated ability to facilitate conversations and actions to build consensus even at times where stakeholders or team members may have conflicting interests.

Additional Requirements

• This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.

• This position does not require a valid driver's license, but it does demand travel, which the candidate will be responsible for meeting.

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.