Working Title: MN StoryCollective Internal Partnerships Coordinator

Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal

Agency: Mn Management Budget

Job ID : 82857

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : Yes - This position will have the flexibility to telecommute, work a hybrid schedule or work in the office.The incumbent will be required to complete a telework agreement.The incumbent may be expected to work a portion of their time in the office.

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Limited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 12/25/2024

Closing Date : 01/14/2025

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Mn Management Budget / Mn Mgmt Budget - MAPE

Division/Unit : MN StoryCollective

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually

Classified Status : Unclassified

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

End Date :This position is anticipated to continue for up to 18 months

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : No

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 has responsibility for supporting the use of MN StoryCollective data by internal state colleagues. Success requires creativity and adaptability; building and maintaining relationships with state colleagues and agency leadership; supporting the work of colleagues across the Enterprise; and applying technical expertise. This position works closely with the MN StoryCollective Manager and Data Analyst, consulting with state agency partners regarding the use of MN StoryCollective data, methodology, and processes while maintaining a high level of rigor. This position acts as an Enterprise-wide MN StoryCollective expert and maximizes effectiveness in understanding and utilization of this unique community engagement initiative and data. The position will require working with diverse and high-level stakeholders under limited supervision with significant cultural awareness.

This position was established in a temporary unclassified status, as the purpose of the position is to complete a project and the need for the position will be reviewed when the project is completed.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of professional level experience

A Bachelor's degree in economics, political science, public policy, public administration, business, planning, mathematics, statistics, social or physical sciences may substitute for one year of experience; a Master’s degree may substitute for eighteen months of professional level experience

Experience must include:

Advanced skill in creating effective working relationships, fostering collaboration, and supporting partnerships with governmental and non-governmental officials

Experience with group facilitation methods to convene diverse groups and foster awareness, understanding, and collaboration

Developing, implementing, and modifying technical assistance services to individuals and teams

Excellent oral and written communication skills sufficient to lead projects with internal and external stakeholders.

Project management skills sufficient to communicate, organize, and manage multiple complex projects that adapt to emerging opportunities

Problem solving skills sufficient to diagnose and collaborate with team members on complex social and technical problems

Ability to initiate and complete projects independently

Preferred Qualifications

A Bachelor’s or Master's degree in a related field

Knowledge of, or extensive experience, with Indigenous cultures and/or communities experiencing inequities

Experience engaging in conversations with relevant population groups in Minnesota such as those grouped by race/ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, and geography, and tying back to the work of a team.

Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative information collection and analysis sufficient to evaluate program-related data and extract meaningful information to apply to program operations

Working with diverse and high-level stakeholders with significant cultural awareness

Building and maintaining relationships with state colleagues and agency leadership, and supporting the work of colleagues across the Enterprise.

Familiarity with public budgeting, legislative, and/or grants administration processes, including the administration of State programs and services

Experience implementing or supporting interagency initiatives in state, city, county, or Tribal governments

Additional Requirements

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