72 State Administrator jobs in the United States

Working Title: Training, Contracts, and Purchasing Administrator

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Intermediate

Agency: Water & Soil Resources Board

• Job ID : 89457

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes, Hybrid

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 10/14/2025.

• Date Posted : 10/08/2025

• Closing Date : 10/21/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Water and Soil Resources Board

• Division/Unit : Fiscal and Admin Services / Finance & Accounting

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes (up to 5%)

• Salary Range: $25.67 - $7.26 / hourly; 53,598 - 77,798 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• 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.

The Training, Contracts, and Purchasing Administrator provides technical and administrative functions to the agency, particularly related to the administrative aspects of BWSR's internal and external training responsibilities. The position also administers related fiscal functions including seeking bids for training sites, facilitating contracts, and managing budgets for training programs. The position is also responsible for activities related to course registration and scheduling, and other agency program administrative duties.

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.

Two (2) years of experience in procurement, grants or contracts management. NOTE: A degree in Business Administration or a related field may be substituted as follows: Associates substitutes six (6) months, Bachelors substitutes one (1) year and a Masters substitutes eighteen (18) months.

Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records, and reports.

Advanced skills with the following PC software tools including word processing, databases, and spreadsheets in order to prepare and present complex financial reports.

Advanced interpersonal and human relation skills sufficient to explain accounting concepts and standards to management and program staff.

Organizational skills and the ability to identify and solve problems, advise others, handle multiple priorities, meet deadlines and apply innovative approaches and opportunities for streamlining existing processes.

Ability to demonstrated research, analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills to understand and address procurement documents.

Ability to work under deadlines and adapt to ever-changing program requirements, financial resources, and administrative change; and ability to identify issues, resolve disputes, and recommend solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

More than two (2) years of experience in procurement, grants or contracts management.

ALP Certification for 25,000

SWIFT experience

Procedural understanding of the Minnesota Wetland Professional Certification Program (MWPCP).

Additional Requirements

The Board of Water and Soil Resources will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

It is the policy of the Board of Water & Soil Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. All job offers are contingent upon passing the following components:

• Employment Reference Check

• SEMA4 Records Check

• Criminal History Check

• Conflict of Interest Review

• Education/License Verification

• Driver's License DMV Check

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 or email . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

**Working Title: Training, Contracts, and Purchasing Administrator**
**Job Class: State Program Administrator, Intermediate**
**Agency: Water & Soil Resources Board**
+ **Job ID** : 89457
+ **Location** : St. Paul
+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes, Hybrid
+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time
+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited
+ **Who May Apply** : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 10/14/2025.
+ **Date Posted** : 10/08/2025
+ **Closing Date** : 10/21/2025
+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Water and Soil Resources Board
+ **Division/Unit** : Fiscal and Admin Services / Finance & Accounting
+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift
+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday
+ **Travel Required** : Yes (up to 5%)
+ **Salary Range:** $25.67 - $7.26 / hourly; 53,598 - 77,798 / annually
+ **Classified Status** : Classified
+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)
+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt
+ 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.
The Training, Contracts, and Purchasing Administrator provides technical and administrative functions to the agency, particularly related to the administrative aspects of BWSR's internal and external training responsibilities. The position also administers related fiscal functions including seeking bids for training sites, facilitating contracts, and managing budgets for training programs. The position is also responsible for activities related to course registration and scheduling, and other agency program administrative duties.
**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._
Two (2) years of experience in procurement, grants or contracts management. NOTE: A degree in Business Administration or a related field may be substituted as follows: Associates substitutes six (6) months, Bachelors substitutes one (1) year and a Masters substitutes eighteen (18) months.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records, and reports.
Advanced skills with the following PC software tools including word processing, databases, and spreadsheets in order to prepare and present complex financial reports.
Advanced interpersonal and human relation skills sufficient to explain accounting concepts and standards to management and program staff.
Organizational skills and the ability to identify and solve problems, advise others, handle multiple priorities, meet deadlines and apply innovative approaches and opportunities for streamlining existing processes.
Ability to demonstrated research, analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills to understand and address procurement documents.
Ability to work under deadlines and adapt to ever-changing program requirements, financial resources, and administrative change; and ability to identify issues, resolve disputes, and recommend solutions.
**Preferred Qualifications**
More than two (2) years of experience in procurement, grants or contracts management.
ALP Certification for 25,000
SWIFT experience
Procedural understanding of the Minnesota Wetland Professional Certification Program (MWPCP).
**Additional Requirements**
The Board of Water and Soil Resources will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
It is the policy of the Board of Water & Soil Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. All job offers are contingent upon passing the following components:
+ Employment Reference Check
+ SEMA4 Records Check
+ Criminal History Check
+ Conflict of Interest Review
+ Education/License Verification
+ Driver's License DMV Check
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 or email . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

Working Title: Business Analyst

Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 89452

• 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 : 10/09/2025

• Closing Date : 10/15/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Administration / Automation and Analysis

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $28.26 - $1.43 / hourly; 59,006 - 86,505 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• 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.

*** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

In this position, you will:

• Perform business analysis and project management in partnership with stakeholders to document the structure, policies, and operations of a process, application, or problem and recommend solutions or changes .

• Gather requirements related to the process, application, or problem.

• Ensure projects stay on track, risk and change are managed, and communications are timely, accurate, and strategic.

• Manage projects for the agency, which will improve processes, standards, workflows, and quality.

• Lead projects focused on automating workflows, improving operational efficiency, and streamlining business processes across the organization.

• Perform testing activities within an Agile Scrum framework, including participation in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews.

• Perform quality control and assurance activities in response to business process or system implementations.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of professional experience, which includes:

• Experience managing projects related to business operations or systems.

• Experience analyzing and improving business processes using industry best practices.

• Experience creating documentation such as best practices or training materials for end users.

A bachelor's or master's degree in business administration, project management, public administration, or computer management information systems may substitute for one year of the required professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional certification.

• Knowledge of quality assurance theory and principles.

• Experience with Microsoft Power BI.

• Experience using Agile Scrum.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history checks

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification and Pre-Employment Physical.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 or email . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

**Working Title: Board Conservationist**
**Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal**
**Agency: Water & Soil Resources Board**
+ **Job ID** : 89480
+ **Location** : St. Paul
+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes, Hybrid
+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time
+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited
+ **Who May Apply** : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 10/15/2025.
+ **Date Posted** : 10/09/2025
+ **Closing Date** : 10/29/2025
+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Water and Soil Resources Board
+ **Division/Unit** : Regional Operations / Grants & Central Region
+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift
+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday
+ **Travel Required** : Yes (up to 5%)
+ **Salary Range:** $32.40 - $7.76 / hourly; 67,651 - 99,722 / annually
+ **Classified Status** : Classified
+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)
+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Professional
+ 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.
This position is responsible for interagency coordination within their assigned work area in order for BWSR to carry out its statutory responsibilities under M.S. Chapters 103 A, B, C, D, E, and the Clean Water Land and Legacy Amendment. This position exists to provide technical, leadership assistance, and implementation guidance to BWSR staff, soil and water conservation districts, watershed management organizations, cities, joint powers boards and watershed districts, counties and other grant recipients involved in preparing and implementing water quality and quantity restoration and protection projects, practices, and BWSR approved and locally adopted plans. This position provides fiscal and administrative oversight and guidance, technical training, and planning assistance to local units of government involved in implementing local comprehensive water and land management programs.
**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._
Three (3) years of experience in water and soil resource management, hydrology, watershed management, water quality practices, land use planning or a closely related technical field. NOTE: A degree in Hydrology, Geology, Water & Land Management, Soil Science, Environmental Science, Civil/Agricultural/Environmental Engineering, or a closely relate field may substitute work experience as follows: Associates substitutes six (6) months, Bachelors substitutes one (1) year, Masters substitutes eighteen (18) months.
Knowledge of the structure, organizational procedures and inter-organizational dynamics of local, regional, state, and federal government and their boards, commissions, agencies, and affiliated associations.
Knowledge of political and fiscal processes related to water and soil conservation.
Oral and written communication skills that include the ability to explain technical matters to the staff and officials of local government units and the general public.
Negotiation, mediation, and interpersonal management skills to resolve personnel and interagency conflict
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record subject to review.
**Preferred Qualifications**
A bachelor's degree or higher in Hydrology, Geology, Water & Land Management, Soil Science, Environmental Science, Civil/Agricultural/Environmental Engineering or a closely related field.
More than three (3) years of experience in water and soil resource management, hydrology, watershed management, water quality practices, land use planning, or a closely related technical field.
Experience working for or with local units of government.
Procedural understanding of the grant programs administered by the Board of Water and Soil Resources.
**Additional Requirements**
The Board of Water and Soil Resources will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
It is the policy of the Board of Water & Soil Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. All job offers are contingent upon passing the following components:
+ Employment Reference Check
+ SEMA4 Records Check
+ Criminal History Check
+ Conflict of Interest Review
+ Education/License Verification
+ Driver's License DMV Check
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 or email . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

**Working Title: Business Analyst**
**Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior**
**Agency: Transportation Dept**
+ **Job ID** : 89452
+ **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** : 10/09/2025
+ **Closing Date** : 10/15/2025
+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE
+ **Division/Unit** : Administration / Automation and Analysis
+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift
+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday
+ **Travel Required** : No
+ **Salary Range:** $28.26 - $1.43 / hourly; 59,006 - 86,505 / annually
+ **Classified Status** : Classified
+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt
+ 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.
*** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.
In this position, you will:
+ Perform business analysis and project management in partnership with stakeholders to document the structure, policies, and operations of a process, application, or problem and recommend solutions or changes .
+ Gather requirements related to the process, application, or problem.
+ Ensure projects stay on track, risk and change are managed, and communications are timely, accurate, and strategic.
+ Manage projects for the agency, which will improve processes, standards, workflows, and quality.
+ Lead projects focused on automating workflows, improving operational efficiency, and streamlining business processes across the organization.
+ Perform testing activities within an Agile Scrum framework, including participation in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews.
+ Perform quality control and assurance activities in response to business process or system implementations.
**Minimum Qualifications**
Three (3) years of professional experience, which includes:
+ Experience managing projects related to business operations or systems.
+ Experience analyzing and improving business processes using industry best practices.
+ Experience creating documentation such as best practices or training materials for end users.
A bachelor's or master's degree in business administration, project management, public administration, or computer management information systems may substitute for one year of the required professional experience.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Project Management Professional certification.
+ Knowledge of quality assurance theory and principles.
+ Experience with Microsoft Power BI.
+ Experience using Agile Scrum.
**Additional Requirements**
**Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history checks**
It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver's License Check, Education/License Verification and Pre-Employment Physical.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 or email . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

**Working Title: Rulemaking Manager**
**Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager**
**Agency: Corrections Dept**
+ **Job ID** : 88871
+ **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** : 10/07/2025
+ **Closing Date** : 10/13/2025
+ **Hiring Agency** : Department of Corrections
+ **Division/Unit** : Policy Unit
+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift/8:30 am - 5:00 pm
+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday
+ **Travel Required** : Yes, up to 5% of the time
+ **Salary Range:** $40.26 - $8.20 / hourly; 84,062 - 121,521 / annually
+ **Classified Status** : Classified
+ 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.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WAS PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED. IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED TO THIS POSTING, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED.
The Rulemaking Manager provides leadership and senior level direction, guidance, drafting, and coordination for Department of Corrections' (DOC) statutorily required regulatory rules to ensure and foster equitable, accountable, and transparent rulemaking efforts related to the services provided by DOC. Responsibilities include:
+ Develop, draft, and coordinate DOC's strategic rulemaking initiatives, including rulemaking needs and priorities, and ensure alignment and integration with the DOC's strategic plan, mission, vision, and values.
+ Provide statutory and regulatory expertise and policy analysis of DOC legislative proposals and other bills impacting DOC work to support the legislative affairs and policy directors and advance the agency's strategic priorities related to public policy reform.
+ Develop robust community engagement activities to integrate key internal and external stakeholders into DOC rulemaking development and process.
+ Promote and advance the agency's strategic priorities related to public policy change on critical issues identified by the policy director.
This position is eligible to telework up to 50% of the time. Completion of a telework agreement will be required. Teleworking employees are required to live in Minnesota or a bordering state in a county along the Minnesota state line.
**Minimum Qualifications**
To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
+ Three (3) years of experience drafting statutes, rules/regulations, or policy language that includes demonstrated experience in advancing public policy priorities.
+ A Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration, or closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
+ A Master's degree in Public Relations, Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration, or closely related field may substitute for one and a half (1.5) years of experience.
+ One (1) year of demonstrated experience in advancing and advising leaders on regulatory, legislative, or public policy priorities.
**Applicants who meet the experience requirements listed above will be further assessed on the following:**
+ Capacity to lead, motivate, and delegate work to staff to ensure that objectives are clearly defined, attainable, and that efficient progress is made towards work goals.
+ Advanced knowledge of the rulemaking and legislative process in Minnesota.
+ Advanced written communication skills sufficient to produce clearly understood rule drafts and statutory proposals in plain language, including translating complex statutory requirements into rule.
+ Experience analyzing policy issues, conducting research, interpreting statutes, and providing technical assistance to a variety of stakeholders.
**Applicants who are selected to interview may also be asked to complete a writing exercise.**
**Preferred Qualifications**
The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:
+ Master's degree or higher in Public Relations, Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration, or closely related field.
+ Four (4) or more years of regulatory drafting experience, particularly working with the MN Revisor's Office or similar official statutory and regulatory publishing body.
+ Experience working in corrections or similar regulatory environment.
+ Legal experience in a local, state, or federal agency setting.
+ Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g., ELI or SLI).
+ Demonstrated leadership and experience in advancing rulemaking priorities within a large, diverse and complex organization.
**Physical Requirements**
The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Katie Wynn ( ).
**Additional Requirements**
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.
Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.
New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.
**The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.**
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 or email . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

**Working Title: Grant Assistant**
**Job Class: State Program Administrator, Technical Specialist**
**Agency: Human Services Dept**
+ **Job ID** : 89490
+ **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** : 10/09/2025
+ **Closing Date** : 10/15/2025
+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / DHS Central Office AFSCME
+ **Division/Unit** : DHS-Central Office / BHDH Deputy Dir Mental Health
+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift / 8:00am to 4:30pm
+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday
+ **Travel Required** : No
+ **Salary Range:** $23.61 - $3.28 / hourly; 49,297 - 69,488 / annually
+ **Classified Status** : Classified
+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME
+ **Work Area** : K
+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt
+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes
The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS 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 is eligible for_** telework ( **_for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework._**
**_Flexible work hours may be permitted with supervisor approval._**
The grant assistant plays a critical role in supporting grant managers and teams in various aspects of grant administration and management, helping to ensure the success and effectiveness of grantmaking and supporting the mental health unit with additional administrative supportive tasks in the Behavioral Health Administration. The grant assistant will manage specific administrative tasks associated with contracting, including communicating with and collecting required documents from grantees, populating specific fields in contract templates, and creating contract workflow in the Contract Integration System (CIS). Additional task may include SharePoint or other project systems management, creation, creating documents for support of grants and unit, creating tracking, monitoring and flow supporting grants, projects and contracts.
**Responsibilities include, but not limited to:**
+ Serve as a subject matter expert regarding administrative aspects of the grant and contract process, including compiling, reviewing, and maintaining program records.
+ Ensure all required fields in the Contract Integration System (CIS) are up to date with all related contract and grant information and all required documents are uploaded and accessible, consistent with CIS standards.
+ Ensure all processes, contracts remain on task and executed timely
+ Update all weekly, monthly, quarterly expectations for tracking and reporting
+ Support all QI efforts
+ Create data points, systems and project planning as needed
+ Provide miscellaneous administrative support to team members. Ensure all tracking, projects, and support is developed, up to date and managed to assure fluidity of workflow and implementation.
**Minimum Qualifications**
**_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._**
Two (2) years of experience working with grants/contracts supporting a human services program.
Experience must demonstrate:
+ Working with RFPs which includes collecting, tracking, and scoring.
+ Reviewing supporting contract documents and preparing invoices for review.
+ Knowledge of grant administration processes.
+ Performing administrative actions that includes scheduling meetings, preparing/maintaining contact lists and, responding to internal and external partners.
+ Skilled at using MS Office Suite programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook along with Adobe Acrobat for creating, reviewing, and editing documents.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
+ Knowledge of Behavioral Health programs.
+ Proficient in project planning software and SharePoint knowledge.
+ Project planning experience.
+ Strong administrative experience supporting large teams.
+ Strong organizational skills.
**Additional Requirements**
MinnesotaDepartment of Human Services (DHS) criminal background check will be conducted on all finalistsfor this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background check.
Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance. It also includes contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 or email . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

**Working Title: Legal Secretary**
**Job Class: State Program Administrator, Technical Specialist**
**Agency: Human Services Dept**
+ **Job ID** : 89453
+ **Location** : St. Paul
+ **Telework Eligible** : No
+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time
+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited
+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers
+ **Date Posted** : 10/08/2025
+ **Closing Date** : 10/21/2025
+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / DHS Central Office AFSCME
+ **Division/Unit** : DHS - Central Office / Appeals Administrative Supv
+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm
+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday
+ **Travel Required** : No
+ **Salary Range:** $23.61 - $3.28 / hourly; 49,297 - 69,488 / annually
+ **Classified Status** : Classified
+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME
+ **Work Area** : C
+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt
+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes
The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS 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.
As the Legal Secretary, you will provide advanced legal and technical support services to appeals activities for state fair hearings and the MNsure Marketplace. The incumbent will function as a more advanced member of the primary legal and administrative support staff responsible to facilitate program integrity and the efficient operations of the Division which processes 14,000 to 16,000 appeals each year.
**Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:**
+ Review, research, assess and docket new state fair hearing and MNsure appeal cases.
+ Assign appeals and schedule hearings for human services judges.
+ Educate other support staff on the various Human Services programs, appeals processes, resources and databases.
+ Research discrepancies, determine correct response, and update appeals information in the file and the Appeals Case Management database.
+ Investigate and problem solve complex situations where there are inconsistencies or errors in the appeal application and take appropriate actions.
**Minimum Qualifications**
**_**To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.**_**
One (1) years' experience with human services programs or working in a law office. Experience must demonstrate:
+ Knowledge of human services laws and programs.
+ The ability to research and interpret information related to human services programs found in various databases.
+ Customer Service skills sufficient to provide prompt, courteous and accurate information to customers in person, on the phone, and through e-mail and other written correspondence.
+ Data Entry skills sufficient to input data quickly and accurately.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ **Strong human relations and communication skills; communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; respond openly to requests and concerns.**
+ **Understanding of the DHS organization, its human services programs and relationships with counties, tribes, providers, and communities.**
+ **Business Analyst experience.**
+ **Legal and policy analysis and experience with data practices and data sharing.**
+ Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
**Additional Requirements**
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 or email . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

**Working Title: Policy Governance Coordinator**
**Job Class: State Program Administrator Coordinator**
**Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept**
+ **Job ID** : 89436
+ **Location** : St. Paul
+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes*
+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time
+ **Regular/Temporary** : Limited
+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 10/14/25 date. _Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent, non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position posted._
+ **Date Posted** : 10/07/2025
+ **Closing Date** : 10/21/2025
+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : DCYF / MAPE
+ **Division/Unit** : DCYF Central Office / Deputy Chief Compliance Office
+ **Work Shift** : Day Shift
+ **Work Hours** : 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday
+ **Travel Required** : No*
+ **Salary Range:** $37.26 - $5.42 / hourly; 77,798 - 115,716 / annually
+ **Classified Status** : Unclassified
+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
+ **End Date** : Up to 2 Years
+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt
+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF 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.
*Telework ( Within Minnesota and flexible hours options are available. Employees that live 50 miles or less from their primary/principal work location and live within the State may telework more than 50% with approval. *** Employees may telework outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a state bordering Minnesota and live 50 miles or less from the primary/principal work location. See policy for additional information.
***This position is temporary and includes full state fringe benefits; the position is expected to last up to 2 years.***
The position is responsible for agency wide development, design, and implementation of a comprehensive policy framework that ensures regulatory compliance, operational consistency, and organizational accountability. This role leads the establishment of governance standards for policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with the DCYF's mission, regulatory obligations, and internal controls.
This role is a policy developer-fostering organizational alignment with DCYF strategic goals through policy development and governance structure creation and implementation. Through proactive planning and partnership, this position ensures that internal transformation efforts related to policy making are inclusive, data-driven, and meaningfully experienced by DCYF staff.
Responsibilities include:
+ Lead the design and ongoing refinement of a structured, agency-wide policy framework, including policy standards, procedures, templates, and review protocols.
+ Partner with agency functional units to ensure comprehensive policy coverage and alignment with laws, regulations, and agency objectives.
+ Assess & Report progress, achievements and gaps of DCYF's policy development structure to leaders and staff.
**Minimum Qualifications**
**_**To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.**_**
Four (4) years of public policy experience consulting with executive leadership to implement and develop project planning and operations.
+ Strong understanding of public policy principles and administration theory sufficient to oversee the design, implementation and evaluation of public program and reporting systems.
+ Knowledge of compliance fundamentals and strategies, statutory comparisons, and regulatory analysis.
+ Excellent organizational skills and the ability to set and meet short-term and long-term objectives in a large, complex organization.
+ Strong human relations skills in public speaking and presenting complex information and projects to stakeholders, management, and diverse audiences.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, human services or related field.
+ Extensive experience in Policy Development, with a compliance lens.
+ Experience in governance, organizational design, organizational change management, objective development, continuous improvement and evaluation to ensure quality standards are met.
+ Knowledge of state government programs and their interrelationships and an understanding of human services policy and procedures, and of government functions and relations.
+ Knowledge of analyzing and developing public policy reports.
+ Solving complex problems and strategic thinking skills.
+ Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
**Additional Requirements**
It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components:
+ Reference check
+ Criminal Background check
+ Personnel File Review: current and former public sector employees.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 or email . Please indicate what assistance is needed.