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Working Title: Legislative Coordinator

Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior

Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept

+ **Job ID** : 91249

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Limited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers.This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 01/13/26. _Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent, non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position posted._

+ **Date Posted** : 01/06/2026

+ **Closing Date** : 01/16/2026

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : DCYF / MAPE

+ **Division/Unit** : DCYF / Government Relations

+ **Work Shift** : Day Shift

+ **Work Hours** : 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

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

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Unclassified

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

+ **End Date** : 01/31/2028

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

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

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF does not participate in E-Verify.

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.

_*_ Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) _(Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available._

_***This position is temporary and includes full state fringe benefits; the position is expected to last up to 2 years_

Under limited supervision, this position provides advanced legislative coordination and consultation, supporting agency-wide legislative initiatives with significant independence. This position is responsible for analyzing, monitoring and administering state programs requiring a comprehensive understanding of all procedural and administrative guidelines. General and technical guidance may be received from a higher-level State Program Administrator or other administrative employee; performs other duties as required.

Responsibilities include:

+ Coordinate legislative proposal development, technical assistance requests and agency responses, and fiscal note preparation, and ensure accuracy and timeliness

+ Facilitate communication between agency leadership and legislative bodies.

+ Manage legislative training and informational sessions.

+ Conduct research and analysis to inform legislative strategy.

+ Manage online technology solutions for the Government Relations Team.

+ Monitor legislative hearings.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience in a position supporting or engaging in legislative advocacy or policy development at the state, local, or federal level

Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following during the interview process:

+ Effective project management skills sufficient to lead policy staff and leadership through various complex processes, including proposal development, hearing/testimony preparation, and preparing reports to the legislature

+ Strong informal leadership skills and experience directing leadership and colleagues to meet established timelines and work product quality requirements

+ Knowledge of human services concepts, programs, roles, and functions of state government, as well as of the county and local delivery system

+ Demonstrated high-quality writing skills exhibited through preparation of legislation, clear and concise fact sheets, talking points, briefing packets, reports, presentations, and correspondence for legislators and/or upper management

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

+ Understanding of the legislative process and timelines in Minnesota

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

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components:

+ Reference check

+ Criminal Background check

+ Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)

+ Driver’s License Check

+ Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees

+ Additional assessment may be required during the interview process

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.