Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development agency. DEED's mission is simple: to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone. We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants, motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse team, inspired by challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work every day. At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer, communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious. DEED is a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon agency and committed to proactively supporting service-members, veterans, and military families. DEED offers great employment opportunities with a meaningful mission to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota. Working Title: State Program Administrator Manager Senior - Chief Administrative Officer Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Senior Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development Job ID: 76191 Location: St. Paul Telework Eligible: No Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Unlimited Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted: 06/26/2024 Closing Date: 06/28/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Econ Dev -Managerial Division/Unit: Paid Family & Medical Leave / PFML-Management Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: No Salary Range: $41.51 - $59.72 / hourly; $86,672 - $124,695 / annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive Re-Posting: Yes This position was previously announced on 04/26/2024. If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply. Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : 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. Job Summary This position was previously announced on 04/26/2024. If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply. The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) will report to the Division Director and will be responsible for establishing, leading, and continuously improving administrative, project management, and learning initiatives within the Division, involving partners from across the state. Paid Leave is a new program launching in 2026. The program will provide partial wage replacement to Minnesota workers who are out of work due to a qualifying condition, such as a severe health condition that prevents them from working, or when they need time to care for a family member or a new child. We are building a program that will be easy for every Minnesotan to use. We are engaging the people who depend on us-workers, employers, caregivers, and insurers-to learn from them and build the program around their needs. We are using modern service delivery and product practices to deliver the program. The Paid Leave team has high standards and an unrelenting commitment to serving Minnesotans. It is a start-up environment without legacy systems or preconceived ways of working. We aim to deliver a service that delights Minnesotans. Key Responsibilities: Directs the development of agency and statewide strategic and collaborative initiatives Lead and manage the Paid Leave project managers and staff to facilitate effective and efficient internal operations and ensure work outcomes are consistent with agency goals. Serves on the Paid Leave Senior Leadership te m to provide strategic vision, leadership, and advice on operational and administrative systems and processes. Oversees division staff learning and manages program wide learning and development tools and resources. Provides expertise in many of the division's operations and responsibilities to: Support employees across the Paid Leave division Assist in developing backlogs and meeting deadlines Develop, implement, and continuously improve how work is identified, assigned, tracked, and delivered to ensure successful outcomes across the division. Support the planning, execution, and completion of strategies, objectives, and key results within the Paid Leave division. Direct and facilitate procurement activities for technical services and consulting support. Serves on internal and statewide committees and task forces as a representative from the division. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications To receive credit for your education and experience, your resume should clearly describe how you meet each minimum and/or preferred qualification listed, including dates of employment. Four (4) years* of experience in a leadership position that support the planning, execution, and completion of projects/activities within a matrixed organization, with at least one (1) year in managing teams to meet the organization's productivity, quality, and goal accomplishment expectations AND managing professional service or consulting vendor relationships. *Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Business Analytics, or another closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience Applicants that meet the above minimum qualifications will be further evaluated on the following: Knowledge of the principles and current concepts of organizational and program management and of business and project administration. Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees communicating effectively between diverse internal stakeholders. Experience in negotiation, conflict resolution, and consensus building with diverse groups to solve complex and sensitive problems. Understanding of staff development, supervision, and team building. Experience managing processes including procurement and vendor management. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of: Principles and current concepts of organizational and program management, and of business and project administration. Agency organizational responsibilities and legislative mandates sufficient to recognize the agency's vision, values, and obligations; identify problems and recommend and integrate solutions. Skill in: Fostering change management techniques and work process re-design across the division. Strong business acumen, analytical, and planning skills. Ability to: Champion change by continuously seeking and examining business practices, driving toward results and managing risk. Adapt to continuous organizational and program changes sufficient to work constructively under pressure and cope with ambiguity and setbacks. 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 This position requires successful completion of the following: Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education. It includes contact with the applicant's current and/or former employers. A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically