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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: Workforce Development Systems Coordinator Job Class: Planner Principal State Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development Job ID: 80217 Location: St. Paul Telework Eligible: Yes, may be eligible to telework up to four (4) days per week Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Unlimited Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 09/24/2024. Date Posted: 09/18/2024 Closing Date: 09/27/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Employment & Economic Development / MAPE Division/Unit: Workforce Development / Governor's Workforce Development Board Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: Yes, up to 10% of the time Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE FLSA Status: Nonexempt 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 As a Workforce Development Systems Coordinator, you will join the Governor's Workforce Development Board team. As a member of this team, you will work with state agency leaders to address and achieve the One Minnesota Workforce Shortage goal of reducing the state's job vacancy rate. The Systems Coordinator will play an integral project management role, convening leaders from state agencies with Workforce Development services to identify strategies to align Workforce Development programs across the state public Workforce Development system. This work aims to improve the state's job vacancy rate, increase the diversity of the labor force, and ensure the system is responsive to our continuously changing economy and workforce needs. You will support collaboration through various mediums, including meetings, reports, and newsletters. This position will also contribute to building a positive internal culture that makes DEED an extraordinary place to work by ensuring greater awareness of the projects you will be working on. If you want to make an impact and help people create new possibilities, join our amazing team and help increase awareness of these important initiatives that will make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans. This position is telework eligible and is occasionally required to be on-site at the St. Paul office. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment and may telework from anywhere in Minnesota or a neighboring state. Please note, the telework policy ould change with notice based on business needs. This posting may be used to fill multiple positions. Qualifications 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 Workforce Development programs and services. *Bachelor's degree in political science, social science, public policy, public administration, business, planning, economics, or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute for 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 qualification will be further evaluated on the followin g: Experience in: Governmental budgeting and legislative processes to review, analyze and suggest changes to proposed workforce programs and budgetary proposals. Collaborating with executives and senior leaders to drive meetings and projects, presenting ideas through diverse techniques, exercising sound judgment on sensitive issues, and facilitating both small and large groups of leaders and stakeholders to enhance collaboration, while ensuring communication is culturally sensitive and appropriate. Building partnerships across organizations, levels of staff, and with external stakeholders to foster collaboration and build consensus. Developing and implementing strategies to effectively communicate and engage with colleagues and stakeholders, both internally and externally, across various backgrounds, including creating channels for internal and public communication, while ensuring communication is culturally sensitive and appropriate. Project management sufficient to independently initiate, lead, organize, and complete multiple complex projects and meetings, adapting to emerging opportunities. Ability to: Maintain human relations skills to tactfully provide positive as well as problem-centered feedback to partners, including government officials, to maintain effective working relationships, foster collaboration, and build consensus. Preferred Qualifications Experience in: Participating in social programs, homelessness programs, the criminal justice system, or other state-funded programs. Skill in: Problem solving sufficient to identify issues as they arise, propose new and innovative solutions, advise others, and evaluate implementation of solutions. Knowledge of: Indigenous cultures and/or communities experiencing inequities. Minnesota state or federal government, Workforce Development programs, public program policies and operations, or grant administration. 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 A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components: Criminal Background Check Employment Record Review (current and former State employees only) Employment Reference Check Conflict of Interview Review Driver's Record Check The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Application Details How to Apply Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers . Connect 700 Program To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and you