Lead Program Planner - Social Services (Hybrid)

Chomonix; Anoka (MN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

paid holidays

comprehensive insurance

Pension plan

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Anoka County's Community Social Services and Behavioral Health invites applications for Lead Program Planner- Social Services, a full-time exempt hybrid role. You will drive grant development, contract management, and program planning to align with county policies, supporting individuals and families in Anoka County.

Interviews are scheduled for the week of 09/14/2026 for candidates moving forward. A strong background in social services and housing initiatives is preferred, with opportunities

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in behavioral science, human services, or a closely related field.
• Six years of job-related experience with Social Services related programming and leading housing programs.
• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Successfully pass driver's license background check and have a vehicle available for business use.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs assessments to identify opportunities for program development.
• Develop Requests for Proposals (RFPs) according to county and departmental policies.
• Develop, negotiate, and manage contracts that align with Anoka County policy and rules and regulations.
• Evaluate contracts for renewal or expansion and conduct contract audits.
• Prepare contract outcome reports for the department as directed by leadership.
• Monitor grant-making organizations for potential funding opportunities that support department goals.

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral science, human services, or a closely related field

Master's degree or higher in behavioral science, human services, or a closely related field

Job description

Job Posting

Job Posting End Date: September 3, 2026 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $85,363 to $119,496 annually ($41.04 to $57.45 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County. This includes 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year. In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 09/03/2026 to be considered.

Position Description

The Anoka County Community Social Services and Behavioral Health's mission is committed to meeting people's needs through quality services. The department has an immediate opening for Lead Program Planner- Social Services to support departmental programs through expert-level grant development, contract management, and program planning. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that purchased services, grants, and program initiatives align with county policies and support the department's mission to serve individuals and families in Anoka County. This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of 09/14/2026 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Pay & Benefits

• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 36: $85,363.00 to $119,496.00 annually ($41.04 to $57.45 per hour).
• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits.
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

Position will work at Anoka County Government Center, located at 2100 3rd Ave, Anoka, MN 55303. This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work, with some days working remotely and some days working in the office. Expected work hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct needs assessments to identify opportunities for program development.
• Develop Requests for Proposals (RFPs) according to county and departmental policies.
• Develop, negotiate, and manage contracts that align with Anoka County policy and rules and regulations.
• Evaluate contracts for renewal or expansion and conduct contract audits.
• Prepare contract outcome reports for the department as directed by leadership.
• Monitor grant-making organizations for potential funding opportunities that support department goals.
• Create grant proposals and submit as assigned.
• Provide grant management, oversight and reporting to assure program integrity.
• Collect data and measure grant outcomes in accordance with legal requirements and deadlines.
• Develop and manage legal agreements, including Cooperative Agreements, Joint Powers Agreements, and Memoranda of Understanding.
• Complete statistical data analysis for the department to ensure key issues and key data are presented to leadership.
• Write Human Services Committee briefings and proclamations on behalf of the Department Director.
• Develop, implement, and maintain data reports that support departmental missions and goals.
• Assist the Director and Senior Managers in administering social services and behavioral health programs.
• Work with leadership to identify changes in laws and rules that will have potential effect on grants, contracts and programs and develop and implement changes.
• Collaborate and partner with community agencies to support and enhance service delivery.
• Ability to lead and facilitate high level meetings with County Providers and community stakeholders.
• Ability to work and develop complex budgets and work plans from funding sources such as the State of Minnesota.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to subordinate staff as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements – Minimum

• Requires a bachelor's degree in behavioral science, human services, or a closely related field.
• Six years of job-related experience with Social Services related programming and leading housing programs and services.
• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Successfully pass driver's license background check and have a vehicle available for business use.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Master's degree or higher in behavioral science, human services, or a closely related field.
• Experience in management of a human services programs.
• Experience in project management and/or grant and contract writing and management of a human services program.
• Experience leading and developing housing and homelessness related contracts, grants and services such as FHPAP or HSWH.
• Experience leading advisory groups or other high level meetings.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

Standard office environment, travel to various county work sites and meetings as needed. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness. Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds. Assignments are sedentary, occasionally alternating between sitting, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling as required to perform job responsibilities. Frequent wrist and finger manipulation to complete computer work. Occasional lifting of 10-20 lbs. Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment. Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Selection Process

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.

Pre-employment Requirements

Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment

Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmitive Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmitive Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4411/Application-Process. Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: https://www.anokacounty.us/401/Diversity-EEO. Our team of over 2,000 employees is united by a common mission to preserve the public's trust. We do this by bringing our very best to work everyday and serving Anoka County's citizens in a respectful, innovative and fiscally responsible manner.