Applicant Services (Financial Specialist)
This position gives you an opportunity to provide reimbursement funds to local jurisdictions for eligible damages they have experienced as a result of natural or human caused disasters. Your work is essential to helping local jurisdictions recover from their worst day!
The purpose of this position is to provide program management, implementation of project and applicant closeout, and payment activities of federal and state Public Assistance (PA) programs. This position is responsible for coordinating payments and closeouts with applicants and in meeting the closeout requirements of the PA program for both federal and state funds.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Two (2)* years of professional work experience.
Professional work experience to include all of the following:
- Working with rules, regulations and administration of federal, state and local programs.
- Ability to analyze and validate multiple documents and numbers.
- Proven project and time management skills.
- Computer proficiency; using Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel (i.e. ability to navigate multiple software applications and databases.)
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills and ability to convey complicated and procedural information clearly and concisely.
- Effective communication skills including delivering group presentations and/or public speaking. Ability to communicate sufficiently to coach and advise other program staff.
- Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from underserved and diverse backgrounds.
*An associates degree may substitute for six months of experience; a bachelors degree may substitute for twelve (12) months of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with state and/or federal programs conducting financial analysis and reporting.
- Experience working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance Program.
- Experience working with FEMA's Grant Portal database program.
- Knowledge of FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Programs.
- Completion of FEMA Independent Study Courses 100, 200, 700 and 800.
- Experience in creation and management of financial tracking reports.
Physical Requirements
Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file boxes and heavy hand tools or heavier materials with help from others and moving and transporting light objects frequently. Even thought the weights being moved and transported may be a negligible amount, a job in this category may require positioning self to move to a significant degree or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, includes the following components:
- Criminal History Check
- Reference Check
Application Details
How to Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Marcia Reding at marcia.reding@state.mn.us or 651-201-7296.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Marcia Reding at marcia.reding@state.mn.us.
About Public Safety Dept
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across the state. DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,200 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota.
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Benefits
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support to help you reach your career goals:
- Training, classes, and professional development
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
- A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.
For accommodations or questions about accessibility specifically relating to this job announcement, please email the Affirmative Action Division at marna.johnson@state.mn.us or call 651-259-1875.