Federal Audit Contract Liaison / Human Services Program Representative 2

Minnesota Department of Human Services; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) seeks a Federal Audit Contract Liaison in Saint Paul. This role coordinates federally mandated contractors such as RAC and UPIC to improve program integrity in MHCP, while engaging with providers and DHS divisions on contract matters.

Responsibilities include managing audit scope, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, and preparing reports. Travel is required; telework is eligible with conditions.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional experience with receiving, identifying, and/or conducting a full range of regulatory investigations designed to detect, identify, correct, and/or resolve instances of suspected fraud, waste, and abuse by providers.
• Represent agency program integrity efforts and related policies, rules, and statutes, to contracted vendors, auditors, and/or agency staff to assure vendor projects.
• Recommend the auditing of particular program areas.
• Prepare accurate materials regarding contractor work.
• Format, analyze, and prepare computer generated reports and conduct claims analyses.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of the scope of the RAC, UPIC, and other contractor audits.
• Serve as liaison on contractor matters with providers, provider associations, other DHS divisions and administrations, and federal and state agencies impacted by contractor activities.
• Assist in ensuring and enforcing contractor compliance with state and federal regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Assist in ensuring the reporting obligations of the contractors according to contract requirements are met and that resulting payments to the contractor are appropriate.
• Investigate program integrity related cases which could lead to administrative actions.

Skills

Regulatory investigations

Contract management

Program integrity

Data reporting

MS Word/Excel/SharePoint

Tools

MMIS

Data mining tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Working Title: Federal Audit Contract Liaison

Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2

• Job ID: 96814
• Location: St. Paul
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/03/2026
• Closing Date: 09/16/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Division/Unit: Department of Human Services (DHS) / Office of Inspector General (OIG)-PIO POAI RAC/UPIC Unit
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes
• 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: Yes

Working Title: Federal Audit Contract Liaison

Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID: 96814
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Job ID: 96814
• Date Posted: 09/03/2026
• Closing Date: 09/16/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Division/Unit: Department of Human Services (DHS) / Office of Inspector General (OIG)-PIO POAI RAC/UPIC Unit
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes
• 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: Yes

The Department of Human Services (DHS) 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 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

• 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.
• Approximately, 5% travel.

This position will assist in the direction and coordination of federally mandated contractors, such as the Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC), the Unified Program Integrity Contractor (UPIC), and other contractors engaged by the Department to address program integrity issues in Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP).

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist in the management of the scope of the RAC, UPIC, and other contractor audits.
• Serve as liaison on contractor matters with providers, provider associations, other Department of Human Services (DHS) divisions and administrations, and federal and state agencies impacted by contractor activities.
• Assist in ensuring and enforcing contractor compliance with state and federal regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Assist in ensuring the reporting obligations of the contractors according to contract requirements are met and that resulting payments to the contractor are appropriate.
• Investigate program integrity related cases which could lead to administrative actions.

Minimum Qualifications

• To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.**

Three (3) years of professional experience with receiving, identifying, and/or conducting a full range of regulatory investigations designed to detect, identify, correct, and/or resolve instances of suspected fraud, waste, and abuse by providers.

Experience must demonstrate the following

• Represent agency program integrity efforts and related policies, rules, and statutes, to contracted vendors, auditors, and/or agency staff to assure vendor projects.
• Recommend the auditing of particular program areas.
• Prepare accurate materials regarding contractor work.
• Format, analyze, and prepare computer generated reports and conduct claims analyses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the following:
  • ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS coding experience and/or certification.
  • Federal and state laws and rules governing RACs and UPICs
  • Minnesota Health Care Programs, and specifically Medicaid
  • Fee-for-service and managed care programs
  • Medicare program and how it intersects with the Medicaid program
  • Third party liability and benefit recovery principles
  • Minnesota Medicaid Information System (MMIS) and the Data Warehouse
  • Minnesota Medicaid claims processing and coding systems
  • Analytic tools and data mining to identify Medicaid misbilling, overpayments, and fraud
  • Principles and practices of provider audits, program integrity initiatives, health care delivery systems, health care provider roles and responsibilities.
• Maintain contact with state licensing boards, law enforcement, county human services agencies, and other state agencies when contractor audits reveal issues relating to professional conduct or patient care.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance on DHS policy to the contract administrators, auditors, and claims staff to assure successful audit projects.
• Resolve routine disputes between MHCP providers and contractors’ staff. Escalate sensitive and/or complex disputes as needed.
• Skilled in problem solving and decision-making techniques.
• Knowledge and proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Effective customer service practices.
• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

• Criminal background check
• Reference check
• Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)

Complete the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Security Awareness training within 3-business days from the start of employment; and successfully obtain/retain CJIS certification annually.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Alyssa Ische at [e-mail].

About Human Services Dept

WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! The Minnesota Department of Human Services impacts the lives of 1.7 million people every year, helping them meet their basic needs so they can achieve their highest potential.

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
• Tuition reimbursement
• 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.

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