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Working Title: Charter Specialist - Education Consultant 3

Job Class: Education Consultant 3

Agency: Education Department

+ **Job ID** : 86357

+ **Location** : Minneapolis

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes - up to 50%

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

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

+ **Date Posted** : 05/30/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 06/20/2025

+ **Bid Open** : 05/30/2025

+ **Bid Close** : 06/06/2025

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

+ **Division/Unit** : Education-St Paul / Charters

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

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

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $37.98 - $56.50 / hourly; $79,302 - $117,972 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

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

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Administrative

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

CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above.

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 Charter Specialist, you will promote high-quality charter schools and authorizer excellence. You will conduct evaluations and approval processes, provide consultation, training and technical assistance, and develop resources for charter schools and authorizers.

This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota or a bordering state. Effective June 1, employees living within 50 miles of the office location listed above will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month.

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.

Five (5) years of professional experience with education program administration or management including consultative, program development, implementation and evaluation work

OR

A bachelor's or master's degree in education or related field and four (4) years of professional experience with education program administration or management including consultative, program development, implementation and evaluation work

Experience must include:

+ Comprehensive knowledge of the structure and function of charter schools and authorizers and their role in Minnesota's K-12 education system.

+ Broad knowledge of current Minnesota statutes, practices, and programs involving charter schools and authorizers so that service to the sector is appropriately designed and implemented.

+ Experience working with Minnesota Statute, Chapter 124E.

+ Project management skills to effectively coordinate and implement complex Charter Center initiatives with diverse clientele.

+ Technical and leadership skills necessary to assist authorizers in the development and implementation of effective programs and practices, including evaluation and assessment skills; knowledge of a range of authorizer materials and resources; and problem-solving skills to guide discussions, decision-making and development of standard practices for effective authorizing.

+ Excellent writing, speaking and negotiation skills to achieve organizational goals, to coach and advise customers, stakeholders, speak to individual and diverse groups, to resolve differences of opinion and present at other public forums.

+ Skill and ability to collect, interpret, and manage data to provide and support program improvement.

+ Ability and skill to manage competing and complex activities while meeting deadlines.

+ Skill and ability to use different software applications necessary to complete projects and tasks.

+ Customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Demonstrating organizational skills and attention to details.

+ Ability to develop and track schedules on multiple projects.

+ Ability to coordinate collaboration with internal agency teams to support the field.

+ Experience in researching, recognizing connections, and synthesizing findings to make recommendations and provide communications and resources.

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 employees 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.