Working Title: Student Worker Para Prof Sr
Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior
Agency: Commerce Department

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 05/02/2023
• Closing Date: 05/15/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Commerce Dept / Commerce-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Insurance / Insurance Regulation & Policy
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $17.31 - $21.10 / hourly
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: Health Insurance Forms
• End Date: 3 month appointment
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: No
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

There are 2 vacancies that will be filled from this applicant pool.

This position will assist with the contractual review of Minnesota's individual and small group market health insurance plans. This work involves the following:

• Assisting with review of insurance company form and binder filings to ensure compliance with MN and federal regulations.
• Ensure compliance with Mental Health Parity, the No Surprise Act and Non-discrimination outlined in Section 1557 and Minnesota Executive Orders 21-25 and 23-03.
• Review contractual provisions for consistency across carriers
• Work as part of the filing team to ensure accuracy and consistency of reviews.
• Assist in the review of Schedule of Benefits (SBC)
• Run federal and state Excel-based review tools and evaluate output

This position will also assist with special research projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must be a student in a college/university, trade or technical school, if a student is enrolled at credit-granting institution they must carry at least six semester (nine quarter) credits. If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, a student must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any less credits (class) load shall be treated as a semester off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on dissertation. You will be asked to complete an Education Verification Form prior to appointment.

Pursing a degree in: Business Administration, Public Health/Public Policy, Pre-Law/Law, Human Resources, or a related field.

Skills in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

Insurance Knowledge

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials, and criminal background prior to appointment.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Marcia Reding at marcia.reding@state.mn.us or 651-539-1506.

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 Marcia Reding at marcia.reding@state.mn.us.

About Commerce Department

Commerce protects the public interest through a broad range of regulations and programs. We oversee more than 40 industry areas in Minnesota and license about 250,000 professionals and businesses to ensure that their services and produces are fair, accessible and comply with state laws.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.