Financial Management Continuous Improvement Analyst/Management Analyst 3

State of Minnesota; Vadnais Heights (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Minnesota is hiring a Financial Management Continuous Improvement Analyst to lead financial policy improvements within the Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) division. This role focuses on standardizing financial processes across departments, developing workflows, and delivering training to improve efficiency and consistency.

You will support legislative budget activities, prepare narratives, manage biennial submissions, and oversee fiscal note requests to ensure timely, accurate

Qualifications

• Two years of continuous improvement experience with a Green Belt or equivalent.
• Experience creating or delivering continuous improvement training.
• Experience with data planning, collection, analysis, and reporting; proficiency with MS365/SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and standardize financial processes across departments; create workflows and training materials.
• Support legislative budget activities: prepare narratives, coordinate biennial submissions, manage fiscal notes.
• Develop and maintain the Division's QA and Performance Improvement (QAPI) plan with data insights and monitoring.

Skills

Green Belt

CI training delivery

Data analysis

MS SharePoint

Facilitation of CI events

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

Tools

SharePoint

MS365

Job description

Working Title: Financial Management Continuous Improvement Analyst
Job Class: Management Analyst 3
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

• Job ID: 97792
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/16/2026
• Closing Date: 10/22/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / DCT MAPE
• Division/Unit: DCT Support Services / DCT Finance Supv
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day / 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $28.75 - $42.16 / hourly; $60,030 - $88,030 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT 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 requires an employee to be onsite at 3200 Labore Rd, Ste 104, Vadnais Heights, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location.

Telework is available on a limited basis.

Only candidates residing in Minnesota or a state bordering Minnesota (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) within 50 miles of the work address listed above are eligible for telework.

Candidates residing in Minnesota and more than 50 miles from the primary/principal work address above may be eligible to telework more than 50%.

Job Summary

This position exists to lead continuous improvement and financial management initiatives by developing, reviewing, and updating Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) Financial policies to ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

As the Financial Management Continuous Improvement Analyst, you will:

• Analyze and standardize financial processes across departments, create detailed workflows, and develop training materials to improve operational efficiency and consistency.
• Support legislative budget activities by preparing budget narratives, coordinating biennial budget submissions, and managing fiscal note requests to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Develop and maintain the Division's Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) plan by identifying key performance data, conducting root-cause analyses, recommending process improvements, establishing monitoring and feedback systems, and publishing an annual QAPI report.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all the minimum qualifications listed below. To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experience sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Two (2) years of experience working in continuous improvement. Experience must demonstrate the following:

• Green Belt or equivalent certification in Continuous/Process Improvement methodology
• Creation and/or delivery of continuous improvement training
• Experience conducting data planning, collection, analysis, and/or reporting.
• Experience using applications such as Microsoft SharePoint and MS365 suite of applications.
• Facilitation of continuous improvement events, such as process mapping, root cause analysis, Kaizen, solution brainstorming, and/or solution design sessions.

**A bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in business administration or related field.

Leadership sufficient to provide clear direction, support, and mentor others.

Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

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.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION -Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

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 Raegan Juntunen at [e-mail] .

If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact Direct Care & Treatment’s Office of Equal Opportunity at [e-mail] or call 651-539-7243 for assistance.

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if they: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation before the closing date to: [e-mail] .

About Direct Care and Treatment

DCT operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

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

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
• Annual pay increases
• 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 Minnesatans.

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 [e-mail] and let us know the support you need.