ND Navigator Tribal Liaison

The ND Navigator Project at the ND Center for Persons with Disabilities (NDCPD) at Minot State University is recruiting applicants to serve as Navigator Tribal Liaison to work in the tribal communities of North Dakota. We are searching for an individual to work in different parts of the State to assist clients in understanding their health insurance options and assist them in the enrollment process via Marketplace ( www.healthcare.gov ). The individual hired for this position will work remotely as well as travel to meet with clients who live in their respective areas of ND. Duties specific to this position are listed below:

• Complete training in the Marketplace Learning Management System (MLMS) and follow conflict of interest standards.
• Facilitate the section of a Qualified Health Plan for consumers and provide information and services in a fair, accurate, and impartial manner.
• Contact local groups, organizations, and agencies to set up at least two enrollment, educational, or outreach events per month, focusing on underserved and vulnerable populations.
• Leverage existing relationships and establish new relationships to deliver effective outreach and enrollment assistance to underserved or vulnerable populations.
• Assist any consumer seeking help, even if the consumer is not the expected target community or groups within the navigator’s region.
• Assist consumers with an application for Medicaid/CHIP or make a referral for assistance.
• Comply with reporting requirements as specified by CMS.
• Participate in CMS-hosted training and/or networking offerings.

Other miscellaneous duties depending on project assignments are listed below:

• Become knowledgeable about NDCPD and carry out assigned project goals and activities.
• Develop/disseminate material (instructional materials, articles, brochures, presentations, technical reports).
• Provide technical assistance and/or consultation to individuals, agencies, and consumers.
• Provide training and present at meetings and conferences.
• Perform research and data analysis that impact individuals with disabilities.
• Negotiate agreements following NDCPD and MSU guidelines.
• Participate in agency, statewide, and national planning/policy groups to address unmet needs and emerging issues.
• Coordinate, conduct, participate and travel to meetings and conferences in and out of state.
• Provide supervision of NDCPD staff.
• Develop other external funding resources to further disability research, services, training, and technical assistance.
• Participate in internal NDCPD committees and activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Hiring for these positions will be contingent upon funding. For more information, contact Ms. Cheryl Coyle @ Cheryl.coyle@minotstateu.edu.

Position Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred; other degree levels and/or experience will be considered. Preference will be given to candidates with a degree in a human service field. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in a disability-related field. Applicants with experience in giving presentations, writing technical reports and/or grants, and basic research activities helpful but not necessary. Applicant must be self-directed and detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage time efficiently; have the ability to contribute to a fast-paced, changing work environment and contribute to the success of the project and reputation of NDCPD; have the ability to interact and communicate professionally with people with disabilities, constituents and staff; be able operate standard office equipment and software. Applicants must also successfully satisfy a background check.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement
Minot State University (MSU) is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. MSU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information (GINA), marital or parental status, veteran’s status, citizenship status, public assistance status, participation in lawful off-campus activity, spousal relationship to current employee, or other protected status under federal, state, or local law. MSU complies with all federal and state non-discrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations, including complying with the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy applies to admissions, enrollment, scholarships, loan programs, participation in University activities, employment, and access to participation in, and treatment in all University programs and activities.

For more information, or for accommodations contact: hr@minotstateu.edu
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ND Veteran's Preference
North Dakota Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.