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Working Title: Communication, Technology, and SharePoint Specialist

Job Class: Management Analyst 2

Agency: Revenue Dept

• Job ID : 81844

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes, Hybrid

• 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 12/03/2024.

• Date Posted : 11/27/2024

• Closing Date : 12/10/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Collection Division / Collection K Unit

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $25.29 - $36.71 / hourly; $52,805 - $76,650 / 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 (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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.

The Collection Division is seeking a highly organized and proactive individual to manage and enhance communication strategies for a variety of internal and external stakeholders. In this role, you will coordinate communication efforts, ensuring that key messages are delivered clearly and efficiently across multiple platforms. You will be responsible for designing, creating, reviewing, and editing content for internal and external communications, including websites, publications, and performance reports.

A key aspect of this position involves ensuring compliance with state tax filing requirements, and will provide critical support to staff and the public. Additionally, you will provide training and support to Revenue employees, helping them effectively use communication software and technical equipment to enhance productivity and collaboration.

This role requires a blend of strong communication skills, technical proficiency, and a focus on continuous improvement to ensure that all stakeholders are well-informed and compliant with tax filing obligations.

This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, or South Dakota. Telework eligibility is based on the business needs of the unit and is at supervisory discretion. Commuting to the St. Paul office location for occasional in-person meetings is expected.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of full-time equivalent professional analysis and intranet or web building experience*

• • A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Information Technology, or related field can substitute for one year of experience

• 1+ years of experience in the following areas:

• Proficiency in SharePoint or other intranet/web-building platforms.

• Strong experience with Microsoft Office applications: SharePoint, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

• Exceptional written communication skills for effective interaction with internal and external stakeholders.

• Strong problem-solving ability, with a focus on analyzing issues, researching solutions, and making data-driven recommendations for improvements.

• Skilled in creating, editing, and formatting materials for various audiences.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.

• Experience using SharePoint 365 Cloud environment

• Experience with virtual collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, video conferencing, and WebEx for multi-site meetings.

• Experience with Adobe products including Acrobat Pro and Photoshop

• Knowledge of department systems and software programs used by the Minnesota Department of Revenue

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.

Additional Requirements

Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.