Office of Addiction and Recovery Deputy Director - State Prog Admin Manager Prin

Job Details

Working Title: Office of Addiction and Recovery Deputy Director
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Principal
Agency: Mn Management & Budget

• Job ID: 90438
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/25/2025
• Closing Date: 12/15/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Mn Management & Budget / Mn Mgmt & Budget - Managerial
• Division/Unit: Planning & Policy / Addiction & Recovery
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $48.45 - $69.48 / hourly; $101,163 - $145,074 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

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.

Job Summary

The Office of Addiction and Recovery is seeking a Deputy Director to provide senior leadership and strategic vision to enterprise-wide interagency functions, resulting in coordination and integration of policies and strategies to address opioids, substance use, and addiction in Minnesota. This position manages and directs the Office of Addiction and Recovery (OAR) operational, and planning functions and serves as a principal advisor to the Governor’s State Director of Addiction and Recovery and members of the Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction Subcabinet. The person in this role will be called upon by MMB senior management, the Governor’s Office, other state agencies and legislative staff to provide information, and respond to inquiries and make recommendations regarding substance misuse and substance use disorder policies, including by understanding and dissecting complex programmatic and systems interactions, federal and state laws, and community input.

The incumbent functions as an executive-level decision-maker and requires expertise in policy and administrative systems; must be skilled in bringing together and aligning the expertise, efforts, and resources of multiple state agencies; facilitating collaboration; and building trust with partners and stakeholders to achieve multi-year, large-scale policy changes and reforms.

Job duties for this position include:

• Serving as a principal advisor to the Governor’s State Director of Addiction and Recovery, as well as members of the Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction Subcabinet and the Governor’s Advisory Council on Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction on policies and strategies to address opioids, substance use, and addiction in Minnesota and the system-wide reforms and associated operations needed to implement them.
• Serving as a senior leader for the Office of Addiction and Recovery and directing the operational development, management, and staff for the office, managing and facilitating the work of consultants and staff reporting informally to OAR, including lateral management of agency leaders in policy domains across subcabinet agencies, in consultation with the Governor’s office.
• Providing executive leadership support to the Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction Subcabinet and serving the Governor’s State Director of Addiction and Recovery in facilitating cross-agency collaboration to identify system-level challenges, barriers, and opportunities; developing evidence-based solutions for addressing addiction as a chronic disease; and advancing comprehensive strategies for prevention, treatment, and long-term recovery that improve outcomes for all Minnesotans.

Telework options for this position are dependent on where the employee lives. With approval, employees that live within 50 miles from the primary work location may telework up to 50%. Employees that live 50 miles or more from the primary location and live in Minnesota may telework more than 50% with approval.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper years of service 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. Candidates must clearly demonstrate all the following qualifications on their resume. Resume tips are available here.

• Six (6) years of experience managing teams involved in Medicaid and/or substance use policy and operations.

Experience must include:

• Leading large-scale, complex initiatives and managing health care or human service programs
• Managing budgets, including experience with state contracting and procurement
• Working with government (state, federal, county, municipal, or Tribal) funding streams across the continuum of care for substance misuse and substance use disorder including Medicaid and Medicare reimbursement, federal block grants, opioid settlement fund, or state general funds
• Building and maintaining cross-agency business, stakeholder, and policy relationships associated with interaction between federal and state statute, policies, and budgets
• Conveying complex policy issues to a variety or audiences, drafting policies, and technical documents
• Respect for diversity and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment

A bachelor’s degree in public policy, public administration, public health, social work or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute for one (1) year of experience. A master’s degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

MMB values diverse perspectives and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, even if they do not meet 100% of the preferred qualifications. Your unique skills and background might be just what we need!

• Experience working with the Governor or their office, agency executive leadership, legislators, legislative staff, or agency legislative staff
• Knowledge of federal and state legislative processes, requirements, and functions
• Familiarity with national and clinical best practices in addiction policy
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation for policy development

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of Minnesota Management and Budget that a successful candidate must pass all required checks prior to employment which may consist of the below checks:

• SEMA4 records check (applies to current and past state employees only)
• Criminal history check
• Reference check
• Social Security and address verification
• Education verification
• Conflict of interest review
• Other legally or internal policy required checks

A criminal history does not automatically disqualify candidates, and each case will be reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis and in alignment with fair and equitable hiring practices.

Minnesota Management & Budget does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota Management & Budget will not sponsor applicant work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Application Details

How to Apply

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

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 Natalie Pham at natalie.pham@state.mn.us.

MMB may choose to non-competitively interview certain disabled veterans (CDVs). To receive consideration as a CDV under M.S. 43A.111, you must:

• Meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%
• Provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability
• Meet all minimum qualifications identified in this posting
• Submit all documentation by the closing date to Natalie Pham at natalie.pham@state.mn.us.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Natalie Pham at natalie.pham@state.mn.us or 651-201-2605.

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
• 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.

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 careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.