Job Description
Job Details Working Title: Health Care Data Service Center Health Care Operations Supervisor Job Class: State Program Administrator Supervisor Principal Agency: Health Department - Job ID : 89169
- Location : St. Paul
- Telework Eligible : Yes - Hybrid
- Full/Part Time : Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
- Who May Apply : Open for consideration and to all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Consideration for supervisors in the same classification will occur through 11/04/2025.
- Date Posted : 10/29/2025
- Closing Date : 11/12/2025
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Health Department / MMA
- Division/Unit : Health Policy / Health Economics Program / Health Care Data Service Center
- Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Days of Work : Monday - Friday
- Travel Required : No
- Salary Range: $33.61 - $48.66 / hourly; $70,177 - $101,602 / annually
- Classified Status : Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
- FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : 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.
Job Summary Are you ready to make a lasting impact on healthcare in Minnesota? Join our Health Economics Program as the Health Care Data Service Center (HCDSC) Operations Supervisor, where you'll oversee a high-performing team of data scientists, analysts, and support staff. Together, you'll manage critical data systems, improve data governance, and ensure Minnesota leads the way in healthcare data innovation. In this role, you'll oversee the state's most critical healthcare data collections, including the Minnesota All Payer Claims Database, Minnesota Hospital Discharge Data, and Medicare fee-for-service claims. Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, you'll manage vendor relationships, implement best practices, and lead a talented team dedicated to turning data into actionable insights for better public health outcomes.
Primary Responsibilities Include:
- Lead a team while fostering professional growth, managing performance, and ensuring timely completion of deliverables.
- Manage contracts for data collection, aggregation, and system reporting. Ensure deliverables meet organizational goals, timelines, and budgets.
- Manage Data Governance and Compliance: Develop and maintain processes to ensure data security, quality, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Collaborate on System Administration: Partner with MNIT to maintain system performance.
- Engage Stakeholders: Build collaborative relationships with data submitters, research investigators, health plans, providers, and other stakeholders. Ensure compliance and effective communication on expectations, timelines, and progress.
- Enhance Operational Processes: Create and maintain standard operating procedures, train staff and vendors, and implement process improvements to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
This hybrid position is eligible for up to 50% telework for applicants residing in Minnesota or in a bordering state within 50 miles of the work location. Telework of up to 50% may be approved based on the business needs of the unit and is at supervisory discretion. Occasional travel to national conferences is required for this position.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure your resume/application clearly describe your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of the minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
Three (3) years* of experience managing and analyzing health care data in a public health, health services research, or economics related field. Experience must include at least one of the following:
- Data governance or analysis experience, including data classification, data quality standards, data specifications and transformations, and/or extract, transform, load (ETL).
- Experience navigating and managing data collection and storage systems.
- Analysis experience using relational databases and structured query language (SQL).
AND
Demonstrated leadership experience which may include:
- Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead;
- Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI, L4, Everyday Leaders);
- 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 include: 1+ years identifying issues, goals and strategic actions, AND 100+ hours/year time commitment.
*A degree in a related field such as Public Health, Economics, Health Care Management, Public Administration, Public Policy, or Data Science may count towards professional experience as follows:
- Associates = 6 months
- Bachelor's = 12 months
- Master's = 18 months
- PhD = 24 months
Qualifications to be further assessed during the interview process:
- Proficiency performing multi-variate analyses using complex data sets
- Knowledge of health care claims and payment systems data (including the nuances and inherent limitations), provider data (i.e., electronic health records, clinical data), and health care payment systems.
- Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining standard operating procedures and workflows for large data sets.
- Proficiency in data governance best practices to ensure data meets quality standards and participants meet established compliance requirements.
- Knowledge of data practices requirements, including data security, privacy laws, and data use agreements.
Preferred Qualifications - Advanced knowledge of Minnesota healthcare data systems such as the All Payer Claims Database, Hospital Discharge Data, and Medicare or Medicaid fee-for-service administrative claims data (Chronic Conditions Warehouse, or commercial claims data systems).
- Experience in leading health services research projects or public health data initiatives.
- Experience analyzing and maintaining insurance claims or health care claims data.
- Manage data collection and data analysis focused vendor contracts, including preparing scope of work, deliverables, budget, and deadlines.
- Knowledge of state and federal health policy and its impact on data systems and governance.
Additional Requirements - This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment 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 .
Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Lisa Jacques at lisa.jacques@state.mn.us or 651-201-5788 .
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 Lisa Jacques at lisa.jacques@state.mn.us .
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Health ADA Coordinator at health.hr.ada@state.mn.us .
About Health Department Come work for one of the best public health systems in the nation and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain and improve the health of all Minnesotans. We are working hard to achieve our vision for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving, and all people have what they need to be healthy. Our collaborative, mission-driven work environment is a major factor in promoting a high level of employee health awareness, employee longevity and job satisfaction.
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.
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