State Program Administrator Manager Senior - Chief Administrative Officer
Company: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic De
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: April 28, 2024
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Job Description:
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
(DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development
agency. DEED's mission is simple: to empower the growth of the
Minnesota economy, for everyone.
We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants,
motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the
greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse team, inspired by
challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work
every day. At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer,
communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating
inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious.
DEED is a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon agency and committed to
proactively supporting servicemembers, veterans, and military
families. DEED offers great employment opportunities with a
meaningful mission to truly make a difference in the lives of those
under our care and for those in communities throughout
Minnesota.
Working Title: Chief Administrative Officer
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Senior
Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
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.
Job Summary
The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) will report to the Division
Director and will be responsible for establishing, leading, and
continuously improving administrative, project management, and
learning initiatives within the Division, involving partners from
across the state.
Paid Leave is a new program launching in 2026. The program will
provide partial wage replacement to Minnesota workers who are out
of work due to a qualifying condition, such as a severe health
condition that prevents them from working, or when they need time
to care for a family member or a new child.
We are building a program that will be easy for every Minnesotan to
use. We are engaging the people who depend on us-workers,
employers, caregivers, and insurers-to learn from them and build
the program around their needs. We are using modern service
delivery and product practices to deliver the program.
The Paid Leave team has high standards and an unrelenting
commitment to serving Minnesotans. It is a start-up environment
without legacy systems or preconceived ways of working. We aim to
deliver a service that delights Minnesotans.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications
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.
Four (4) years* of experience in a leadership position that support
the planning, execution, and completion of projects/activities
within a matrixed organization, with at least one (1) year in
managing teams to meet the organization's productivity, quality,
and goal accomplishment expectations AND managing professional
service or consulting vendor relationships.
*Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Business Analytics, or another
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 qualifications will be
further evaluated on the following:
Knowledge of the principles and current concepts of organizational
and program management and of business and project
administration.
Experience establishing and maintaining effective working
relationships with employees communicating effectively between
diverse internal stakeholders.
Experience in negotiation, conflict resolution, and consensus
building with diverse groups to solve complex and sensitive
problems.
Understanding of staff development, supervision, and team
building.
Experience managing processes including procurement and vendor
management.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
Ability to:
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).
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 job information line
at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional
information about the application process, go to
http://www.mn.gov/careers .
If you have questions about the position, contact Timothy High at
timothy.high@state.mn.us .
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 Talent
Acquisition at talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us .
The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal
opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer, and
encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities.
If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or
cannot access the online job application and search tools, please
contact Karen Lilledahl at Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us . Please
indicate what assistance is needed.
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that
reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve.
The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the
work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of
Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees
found:
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and
work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being,
professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee,
your benefits may include:
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.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action,
and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes
that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages
qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and
veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations 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 careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is
needed.
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