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Working Title: Federal Grants Coordinator

Job Class: Planning Program Coordinator, Transportation

Agency: Transportation Dept

+ **Job ID** : 89898

+ **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** : 10/28/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 11/10/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

+ **Division/Unit** : Transit / Planning

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

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

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $35.96 - $53.32 / hourly; $75,084 - $111,332 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

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

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Administrative

+ 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.

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

This position serves as a statewide subject matter expert responsible for managing, coordinating, and reporting on federal transit grants, as well as ensuring compliance with federal regulations and programs that support public transit systems in Greater Minnesota on behalf of MnDOT. The role involves providing expert consultation and coordination on transportation planning processes to MnDOT offices and districts, and serving as a liaison between MnDOT, federal agencies, and local units of government. The incumbent will lead internal committees focused on transit-related issues, guiding them toward actionable outcomes and deliverables. They will also develop and deliver presentations that clearly communicate the purpose, process, and outcomes of planning efforts to a variety of audiences with differing perspectives on transportation issues. Additionally, the position is responsible for managing resources and administering programs to meet federal transit program objectives, as well as developing innovative solutions to address complex transit challenges.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of advanced professional transportation planning experience that demonstrates the following:

+ Experience with planning principles, methods, and techniques sufficient to develop major statewide plans.

+ Experience with grant management.

+ Experience with qualitative and quantitative analysis.

+ Experience in the use of financial analysis with spreadsheet or database applications.

+ Experience with federal and state laws and regulations.

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Planning, Geography, Urban Studies, Sociology, Political Science substitutes for six months of advanced professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience analyzing documents for adherence and conformance to federal laws, state statutes, and department policies.

+ Experience evaluating program results to assure work quality and continually improve work processes.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, and Education/License Verification.

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.