Program Manager

The purpose of this position is to assist, implement, and manage DEED's efforts to support the Office of Childcare and Community Services. This will include:

Minnesota’s Child Care economic development initiatives

Minnesota’s Energy Transition office

Work in these areas will include grant administration, interagency coordination, program/policy development and implementation, technical assistance, reviewing and ranking projects, grant management, and project closeout.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Leading the coordination of the childcare grant application review and administration processes, including facilitating meetings and communications with managers and other appropriate staff

Designing, developing, and maintaining program promotional and informational materials and coordinate effective communication of services, program requirements, and policies and procedures to interested parties

Performing other duties and ad hoc tasks as assigned by the Manager, Directors, and Commissioner’s office requests as those relate to grant making and programming

This position requires travel a few times per month for meetings and grant visits.

This position will be based out of the St. Paul office and may be eligible for some telework. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

Minimum Qualifications
Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Three (3) years* of experience with contracts and/or grant programs

*Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, political science, economics, law, or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute for one (1) year of experience

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

A sense of purpose in their work

Connection with their coworkers and communities

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Fertility care, including IVF

Diabetes care

Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children

Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)

Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death

Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury

Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care

Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

Training, classes, and professional development

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance

Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues

Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies

based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

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