Working Title: Innovation Consultant

　　Job Class: Management Analyst 4

　　Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development

　　Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 1/26/2024.

　　Date Posted : 01/20/2024

　　Closing Date : 02/05/2024

　　Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Economic Dev-MAPE

　　Division/Unit : Comm Off/Support Branch / CO Innovation Office

　　Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

　　Days of Work : Monday - Friday

　　Travel Required : No

　　Salary Range: $31.57 - $46.82 / hourly; $65,918 - $97,760 / annually

　　Classified Status : Classified

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

　　FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

　　Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible to telework up to four (4) days per week.

　　Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

　　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.

　　The Innovation Consultant supports DEED‘s efforts to drive innovation within and across its customer-facing services. It does so by supporting DEED‘s Innovation Lab program, as well as by consulting with cross-functional project teams to identify, understand, and break down challenges to customers accessing DEED‘s services. The Innovation Consultant leads project approaches, facilitates discussions and builds buy-in, and relentlessly drives towards action - navigating often ambiguous and sensitive policy problems. The incumbent also manages the quality of products produced; ensures the completion of the products or tasks; manages internal and external communications and works in coordination with the project team to minimize the risk associated with each project.

　　Your work will leave a lasting mark on DEED‘s culture and will serve as a model across the State of Minnesota, transforming the way DEED serves its customers. If you would like to help

　　live out the mission of empowering the growth of the Minnesota economy for everyone, come be part of our team!

　　This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　To receive credit for your education and experience, your resume should clearly describe how you meet each minimum and/or preferred qualification listed, including dates of employment.

　　Three (3) years* of experience leading work across disciplines through collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders.

　　*Bachelor‘s degree in Business Administration, Organizational Management, Organizational Development, or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; master‘s degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience.

　　Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

　　Experience in:

　　Facilitating and consulting on organizational change initiatives.

　　Developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders and the public.

　　Problem solving frameworks and techniques drawn from disciplines such as human-centered design, continuous improvement, strategic planning, or systems change problem solving techniques.

　　Skill in:

　　Managing workloads and competing priorities, working in ambiguity, and still meeting strict deadlines.

　　Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data and writing reports.

　　Developing and facilitating workshops and trainings.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Experience in innovation labs or other similar units.

　　Knowledge of economic development and/or workforce development programs and structures.

　　Knowledge of the principles and methods for driving systems change with an equity lens.

　　Experience working with senior leadership across multiple departments to support objectives and key results.

　　Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

　　Additional Requirements

　　This position requires successful completion of the following:

　　Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education. It includes contact with the applicant‘s current and/or former employers.

　　A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment.

　　When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver‘s license record check will be conducted.

　　Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

　　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 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.