Tribal Time Study Project Manager - Accounting Officer Senior

Overview

Telework Eligible: Yes

Division/Unit: DHS-Central Office / FOD Time Studies & Rates

Working Title: Tribal Time Study Project Manager

Job Class: Accounting Officer Senior

Agency: Human Services Dept

Job : 91590

Location: St. Paul

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted: 01/21/2026

Closing Date: 02/03/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office

Work Shift/

Work Hours:

Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Days of Work: Monday - Friday

Travel Required: Yes

Salary Range: $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 - $89,658 / 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: Yes

Note: The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS 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 improving the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training opportunities.

Telework eligibility: This position is eligible for telework for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.

• Administer the statewide federal tribal time studies for Title IV-E, Medicaid SNAP and TANF administrative funding projects, ensuring adherence to federal reporting standards and applicable laws and regulations.
• Serve as the primary contact for tribal time study federal administrative cost allocation and administrative reimbursement.
• Update, develop and deliver training and technical assistance to tribal staff participants concerning Identification of project participants, EWTTS, MATTS, SSATTS, activity code training, and cost report completion and submission.
• Provide oversight and recommendations for modifications of the Daylog software system as needed.
• Develop and implement analytical strategies to provide state and tribal management information on tribal federal administrative reimbursement earned through the tribal cost allocation system.
• Participate in work groups and meetings concerning tribal administrative claiming operations and funding.
• Serve as project manager for the tribal income maintenance federal administrative cost allocation and administrative reimbursement for the Eligibility Tribal Time Study.

• Two (2) years of professional accounting experience. Ensure resume clearly describes experience with beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of large complex spreadsheets and databases such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to interpret and analyze complex fiscal records and reports, recognize problems, and effect solutions.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret complex data and use findings to identify and recommend program improvements.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, finance or related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional experience.

• Knowledge of the SWIFT accounting system.
• Experience with Tribal accounting with federal funds.
• Experience with statewide accounting systems.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple demands under tight time constraints.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong data mining skills using SQL, Power BI, Bi Query or other equivalent software.
• Advanced Excel experience creating macros used to analyze data.
• Experience reviewing and auditing large financial accounts and reports.
• Experience working…