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Working Title: Exec. Director - MN Council on Latino Affairs

Job Class: Executive Director Minnesota Council on Latino Affairs

Agency: Latino Affairs Council

+ **Job ID** : 86453

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

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

+ **Date Posted** : 06/5/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 07/9/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Latino Affairs Council / Latino Affairs-Managerial

+ **Division/Unit** : Payroll / MN Council on Latino Affairs

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

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

+ **Travel Required** : Yes

+ **Salary Range:** $45.03 - $64.69 / hourly; $94,022 - $135,072 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Unclassified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Manager/Unrep

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive

+ 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.

The Executive Director (Director) assists the Minnesota Council on Latino Affairs (Council), with its statutory duty to advise the legislature and the Governor on issues related to economic, social, legal, and political equality for the Latino community in the state. The Director serves as the primary administrator and executive of the Council. The Director implements Council decisions and advocates for public policies recommended by the Council. The Director carries out all duties described in Minnesota Statues 15.0145.

Under Minnesota Statues 15.0145, Subdivision 5, the Director serves in the unclassified service at the pleasure of the Legislative Coordinating Commission. The Director reports to the Chair of the Minnesota Council on Latino Affairs. The Director works collaboratively with the leadership of the Council, and all of its members.

Note:** **_A person who is currently a member of the Council must resign from the Council before submitting their application, or their application will not be considered._

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate should have at least five (5) years of professional and progressive leadership experience sufficient to lead a small agency.

At least three (3) years of the experience noted above should be working on legislative initiatives, public policy, or legal matters. A Juris Doctorate in Law, Master's in Public Policy, or similar degree may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required experience. The position requires:

+ Deep knowledge and understanding of the Latino communities in Minnesota.

+ Knowledge of the legislative process.

+ Experience advocating for policy changes or working through issues of concern for the Minnesotans in the Latino community.

+ Human relation skills to be able to build relationships, influence outcomes, and work effectively with and across the Latino community stakeholders, policymakers, government officials, agency leaders, and a variety of local and national forums.

+ Ability to travel intrastate and interstate as required by duties.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Knowledge of Minnesota statues, policies and rules.

+ Ability to prepare a variety of reports and press releases.

+ Experience with budget development and budget administration.

+ Capability to work at a high level of performance in different cultural settings with a flexible schedule.

+ Knowledge and experience with project management and/or strategic planning to meet council goals.

+ Ability to communicate and present clearly and effectively across diverse groups of community stakeholders, government entities, nonprofit agencies, media and the business community.

+ Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of public policy analysis and development.

Additional Requirements

Successful applicants must pass employment reference checks and a criminal background check through American Databank.

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.