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: Program Manager Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development Job ID: 81047 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: Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted: 10/22/2024 Closing Date: 11/12/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Employment & Economic Development Department -Managerial Division/Unit: Office of New Americans Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, work hours will be finalized upon hire Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: Yes, up to 10% of the time Salary Range: $40.26 - $58.20 / hourly; $84,062 - $121,521 / annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrepresented FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative 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 The Program Manager of the Office of New Americans (ONA) will support the Assistant Commissioner to ensure programs and services are closely aligned with those offered by DEED and other state agencies. The incumbent will focus on implementing specific strategies, programs, and initiatives to foster immigrant and refugee inclusion in Minnesota using the ONA statue as a guide. In addition, this position will oversee the development and implementation of a language access policy, coordinate inter-agency services and programs, conduct outreach to immigrant and refugee, and coordinate services and programs within DEED and other state agencies that impact immigrant and refugee communities. The individual will ensure community organizations and individuals get the resources they need to access state services as well as grant and economic opportunities. Key Responsibilities: Program management and strategy development Conduct outreach to address workforce shortage and entrepreneurship development on behalf of DEED and ONA Administer special projects and grants, oversee business activities for the Office of New Americans and provide guidance and leadership to other DEED programs Stakeholder coordination and overall business for the ONA 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 could change with notice based on business needs. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Please ensure that your resu e 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. Two (2) years of program management and strategy development AND Two (2) years of community outreach to stakeholders to administer special projects, grants, oversee business activities Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following: Experience planning and organizing large projects, prioritizing, and making recommendations or decisions on the direction of a project Experience effectively working in a team environment by incorporation of multidiscipline interests into decisions and actions Experience in negotiation, conflict resolution and consensus building with diverse groups to solve difficult and sensitive problems Ability to plan, organize, and direct technical and administrative activities of staff and partners Leadership skills, including the ability to manager, guide, and communicate with staff and partners at all levels Experience leading a new initiative that includes integration with numerous partners Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of immigration policies, especially around employment authorization Knowledge of state and national labor market trends, including data on immigrant and refugees, workforce, education and training infrastructure problems, portfolio management, labor force markets, local state and federal economic development structure, education and training systems (especially higher education). Business credit analysis and education financing programs. Demonstrated leadership ability sufficient to plan, organize and direct department actions with respect to employment and business development opportunities for communities of color Experience in leading a collaborating team with cross-functional partners Proficiency in communicating in another language commonly used in Minnesota Ability to identify and build a broad network of internal and external customers and use a variety of effective strategies to meet customer needs in a respectful and professional manner 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 your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Brooke Hancock at talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us . Veterans To be considered with Veteran's Status , you MUST indicate this on your application and submit a copy of your DD-214 form and other required documentation to talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us by the closing date. Recently Separated Veterans (RSV) : Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. Certain Disabled Veterans : Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agenci