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Working Title: State Systems Specialist - State Prog Admin

Job Class: State Program Administrator

Agency: Education Department

+ **Job ID** : 87466

+ **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** : 08/01/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 08/16/2025

+ **Bid Open** : 08/01/2025

+ **Bid Close** : 08/08/2025

+ **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:** $23.63 - $34.18 / hourly; $49,339 - $71,367 / 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 AND you must email the recruiter indicating your interest bid.

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 State Systems Specialist, you will be responsible for administering state program activities related to system functions for the Nutrition Program Services Division and customers. Duties will include:

+ Submit timely and accurate documentation and reports

+ Advise sponsors about reporting and procedural requirements

+ Determine compliance with administrative and reporting provisions of the federal Child Nutrition Programs

+ Distribute reports and information for program analysis

+ Provide support for processes required by the Child Nutrition Programs administered out of the division

This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota or a bordering state. Employees living within50miles 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.

Two (2) years of paraprofessional, clerical or technical experience in a related field

OR

A bachelor's degree and one (1) year of paraprofessional, clerical or technical experience in a related field

Experience must include the following demonstrated skills and abilities:

+ Attention to detail to ensure data is entered and processed accurately and within prescribed deadlines.

+ The ability to communicate effectively to obtain and provide clear, accurate and thorough information on a timely basis to internal staff and external customers.

+ The ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff and external customers.

+ Ability to adapt to organizational and program changes sufficient to work constructively under pressure and cope with ambiguity.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel) and the ability to navigate in web applications.

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.

+ Experience 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

+ Driver's License Check

+ Criminal Background Check

+ Education Check

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.