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Working Title: Applications and Claims Community Nutrition Lead - State Prog Admin Sr

Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior

Agency: Education Department

+ **Job ID** : 86355

+ **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** : 06/05/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 06/26/2025

+ **Bid Open** : 06/05/2025

+ **Bid Close** : 06/12/2025

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

+ **Division/Unit** : Education-St Paul / Community Nutrition Business

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

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

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,129 - $85,232 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

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

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ 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 Application and Claims Community Nutrition Lead, you will administer the application and claiming processes for the USDA Child Nutrition programs in the division. Duties will include:

+ Review and process site and sponsor applications in line with federal and state requirements.

+ Collaborate with program staff and sponsors.

+ Provide technical assistance and training to internal and external users of state systems as it relates to the applications and claims process for child nutrition programs.

+ Make recommendations to program staff and supervisor regarding applicant participation in nutrition programs.

This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota or a bordering state. 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.

Three (3) years of professional experience

OR

A bachelor's or master's degree and two (2) years of professional experience

Work experience that demonstrates the following:

+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to foster a high-performing team environment, and to communicate in writing or orally with internal staff and external customers.

+ Experience in managing workload, including task assignment and team collaboration to ensure timely task completion.

+ The ability to identify, analyze, and resolve issues efficiently.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel).

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience with USDA Child Nutrition Programs and the state and federal laws and regulations governing them.

+ Experience working with or for an entity that operates a child nutrition program, such as a non-profit organization, school or child care center

+ Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

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.