Education Consultant 3 - LGBTQ Education Specialist
State of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Working Title: Education Consultant 3 - LGBTQ Education Specialist
Job Class: Education Consultant 3
Agency: Education Department
Job ID: 90203
Location: Minneapolis
Telework Eligible: Yes - up to 50%
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 04/15/2026
Closing Date: 04/28/2026
Bid Open: 04/15/2026
Bid Close: 04/21/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE
Division/Unit: Education-St Paul / EDI Cultural Responsiveness
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day 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
Re-Posting: Yes
Responsibilities
Serve as the LGBTQ Education Specialist in the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Center, providing educational leadership, program development, consultation, and resources to increase capacity within school districts.
Develop and facilitate large‑scale virtual and in‑person professional learning, networking opportunities, and implementation activities that support district and school staff implementing effective LGBTQ practices.
Support the Gender‑Neutral Single‑User Restrooms grant program, providing technical assistance and coaching to district and school leaders.
Assist in the collection, development, and distribution of critical guidance and resources for educators.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the director of the center and contribute to center and MDE teams as needed.
Qualifications
Five (5) years of professional experience in K‑12 education or a master’s degree may substitute for 18 months of experience.
Experience leading LGBTQ programming, projects, or activities.
Experience developing and leading professional development for educators.
Experience administering education grants.
Preferred Qualifications
Community engagement with diverse populations.
Experience providing training or consultation to educators on LGBTQ+ topics.
Experience leading or implementing LGBTQ policies and practices.
Experience with anti‑bias practices and strategies.
Additional Requirements
Background check including SEMA4 Records Check, Employment Reference Check, Conflict of Interest Review, Driver’s License Check, Criminal Background Check, and Education Background Check.
Legal authorization to work in the US; no work visa sponsorship.
Telework Eligible to telework up to 50% of the time if living within 50 miles of the office. For those living 50 or more miles away, telework up to 100% with supervisory approval.
Equal Opportunity Employer AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, public assistance status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission, as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified applicants with disabilities. Contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us for assistance.
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Job Class: Education Consultant 3
Agency: Education Department
Job ID: 90203
Location: Minneapolis
Telework Eligible: Yes - up to 50%
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 04/15/2026
Closing Date: 04/28/2026
Bid Open: 04/15/2026
Bid Close: 04/21/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE
Division/Unit: Education-St Paul / EDI Cultural Responsiveness
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day 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
Re-Posting: Yes
Responsibilities
Serve as the LGBTQ Education Specialist in the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Center, providing educational leadership, program development, consultation, and resources to increase capacity within school districts.
Develop and facilitate large‑scale virtual and in‑person professional learning, networking opportunities, and implementation activities that support district and school staff implementing effective LGBTQ practices.
Support the Gender‑Neutral Single‑User Restrooms grant program, providing technical assistance and coaching to district and school leaders.
Assist in the collection, development, and distribution of critical guidance and resources for educators.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the director of the center and contribute to center and MDE teams as needed.
Qualifications
Five (5) years of professional experience in K‑12 education or a master’s degree may substitute for 18 months of experience.
Experience leading LGBTQ programming, projects, or activities.
Experience developing and leading professional development for educators.
Experience administering education grants.
Preferred Qualifications
Community engagement with diverse populations.
Experience providing training or consultation to educators on LGBTQ+ topics.
Experience leading or implementing LGBTQ policies and practices.
Experience with anti‑bias practices and strategies.
Additional Requirements
Background check including SEMA4 Records Check, Employment Reference Check, Conflict of Interest Review, Driver’s License Check, Criminal Background Check, and Education Background Check.
Legal authorization to work in the US; no work visa sponsorship.
Telework Eligible to telework up to 50% of the time if living within 50 miles of the office. For those living 50 or more miles away, telework up to 100% with supervisory approval.
Equal Opportunity Employer AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, public assistance status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission, as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified applicants with disabilities. Contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us for assistance.
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