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Working Title: Education Consultant 2 - Capital Projects Fund Grant Program Specialist

Job Class: Education Consultant 2

Agency: Education Department

+ **Job ID** : 82622

+ **Location** : Minneapolis

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Limited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 04/22/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 05/06/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE

+ **Division/Unit** : Education-St Paul / Public Engagement

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : Yes - Up to 25%

+ **Salary Range:** $34.18 - $50.69 / hourly; $71,367 - $105,840 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Unclassified

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

+ **End Date** : 12/31/2026

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ Telework Eligibility: Yes - Telework arrangements may be possible. You will discuss your preferences and requirements of the position and complete a telework agreement. Employees do need to reside in MN or a border state and may need to report to the office on a periodic basic.

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

ATTENTION APPLICANTS: This position was previously announced 01/06/2025 – 01/27/2025. This position is being re-announced for additional applicants. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

This job posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies.

The Public Engagement division at the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) is looking for a Capital Projects Fund Program Specialist to join their team. This position will¿direct the operations of supporting information and reporting system(s); provide guidance and technical expertise on funding administration and compliance of grant(s) for school districts, education cooperatives, charter schools, community resource centers and all other grantees of the¿Minnesota Multi-Purpose Community Facility Projects Grant; and,¿direct projects to monitor compliance of the grant program with state and federal grant administration rule and regulations. This is inclusive of collecting quarterly financial reports from grantees, checking against allowable costs, and submitting quarterly financial reports to the U.S. Department of Treasury (Treasury).

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in project management, including strong analytical and organizational skills, budget monitoring, and compliance oversight.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in construction project management, proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Project, and strong understanding of grant regulations, federal guidelines, and compliance requirements.

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check (Applies to current and former state employee only)

• Employment Reference Check

• Conflict of Interest Review

The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

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.