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Working Title: Education Consultant 3 - A & I Specialist

Job Class: Education Consultant 3

Agency: Education Department

+ **Job ID** : 89739

+ **Location** : Minneapolis

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

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

+ **Date Posted** : 10/23/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 11/13/2025

+ **Bid Open Date:** 10/23/2025

+ **Bid Close Date** : 10/30/2025

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

+ **Division/Unit** : Education-St Paul / Equity Diversity & Inclusn Ctr

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Not Applicable Shift

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

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $38.55 - $57.35 / hourly; $80,492 - $119,746 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

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

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Administrative

+ **Telework Eligible:** Yes - Telework arrangements may be possible. You will discuss your preferences and requirements of the position and complete a telework agreement. Employees do need to reside in MN or a border state and may need to report to the office on a periodic basic.

+ 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.

This job posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies.

The Achievement and Integration Specialist is in the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Center.. In this position, you will provide support and oversight for the Minnesota Department of Educations’ Achievement and Integration Program. You will provide technical assistance to support school districts in meeting program requirements and implementing successful programs. Duties include:

+ Developing, delivering, and assessing technical assistance, coaching, and training on achievement and integration program requirements and issues;

+ Developing tools and resources to guide and advise districts on improving their achievement and integration programs through planning, setting goals, developing strategies, and providing continuous improvement;

+ Reviewing plans and budgets, and writing collaboratively to review achievement and integration plans and budgets.

This position will engage with staff, educators, and community organizations to support, direct and guide A&I fund recipients in the development and implementation of strategies and interventions to create safe, inclusive and supportive learning environments.

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. For those who live 50 or more miles away, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance are eligible to telework up to 100% of the time.

Minimum Qualifications

Five years of education program management at a school district or government entity OR a bachelor’s degree and four years of education program management experience at a school district or government entity. Experience must include implementing and/or leading the following:

+ Experience working on a pre-K achievement and integration plan

+ Experience coaching and/or mentoring leaders and educators to increase effectiveness;

+ Experience developing and facilitating professional development for leaders and educators;

OR

A master’s degree may substitute for 18 months of experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for one year of experience with professional experience implementing and/or leading the following:

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience in culturally responsive principles and practices

+ Qualitative and quantitative analysis experience sufficient to evaluate program results, guidelines and standards for programs.

+ Community engagement with diverse populations experience.

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 Background 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.