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Working Title: Manager, Tax Benefits Unit

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager

Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development

+ **Job ID** : 88005

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes, may be eligible for some telework

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

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

+ **Date Posted** : 08/02/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 08/25/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Department of Employment and Economic Development - Managerial

+ **Division/Unit** : Commissioners Office

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

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

+ **Travel Required** : Yes, up to 5% of the time

+ **Salary Range:** $40.26 - $58.20 / hourly; $84,062 - $121,521 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Managerial / Unrepresented

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive

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

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.

This position will be based out of the St. Paul office.

This position will lead the Tax Benefits Unit within the Office of Business Finance, and be responsible for program administration and staffing, program development and implementation, intra/inter office and agency coordination and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws. The incumbent will play an important role in the development of legislative proposals and may be asked to testify.

The position manages several programs including the Angel Tax Credit Program, Launch Minnesota Grant Program, Greater Minnesota Job Expansion Program, Border Cities Program, etc. If you have a passion for helping small startup businesses, come join our team!

This position may require occasional overnight travel.

This position is telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates 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.

Four (4) years* of experience in economic development-related programs.

*Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or other closely related fields as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience

AND

1 year of leadership skills, including the ability to manage, guide, and communicate with staff and partners at all levels.

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

+ Knowledge of:

+ Angel Tax Credit and Launch Minnesota Grant Program programs to analyze eligibility, review and score applications and make determinations.

+ Complex rules and regulations governing the Angel Tax Credit, Qualified Data Center, Launch Minnesota Grant Programs.

+ Life cycle of a startup business.

+ Ability to communicate effectively with customers and stakeholders.

+ Incumbent must maintain valid driver's license, & insurance, OR have other reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

+ Knowledge of finance, economics, accounting, and tax credits.

+ Ability to analyze financial statements.

+ Advanced fraud investigation or risk compliance training or certification.

+ Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of related state agencies in regard to these programs.

+ Experience providing coaching to staff. Experience with staff development, supervision, and team building

+ Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a 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:

+ Criminal Background Check

+ Employment Record Review (current and former State employees only)

+ Employment Reference Check

+ Conflict of Interest Review

+ Driver’s License and Record Check

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

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.