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Working Title: Director of Government Affairs

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Senior

Agency: Commerce Department

• Job ID : 80407

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/21/2024

• Closing Date : 10/11/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Commerce Dept / Commerce-Managerial

• Division/Unit : Govt & External Affairs

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Not Applicable Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $43.38 - $62.41 / hourly; $90,577 - $130,312 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

• 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.

Hybrid work environment with potential for telework. Primary work location will be the Golden Rule Building in St. Paul

This position will manage and oversee government relations at the local, state, and federal levels for Commerce with a primary focus of advancing the Agency’s goals, objectives, and mission. The incumbent is responsible for developing and executing Commerce’s legislative agenda, strategic communication and action plans, advising Commerce leadership on government affairs, and effectively managing diverse stakeholder relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

4 years of strategic, high-level management and leadership experience that includes:

• Government Affairs experience in state, tribal, federal, or local government, or equivalent private sector experience.

• Supervisory or lead worker experience with demonstrated skills in setting priorities, providing work direction, manage projects, coaching, and developing staff.

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration or other closely related field may substitute one (1) year of experience.

Master’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration or other closely related field may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience

Applicants who meet the above requirement will be further evaluated on:

• Analytical skills to evaluate, review, and critique of proposed policy and legislation to thoughtfully respond and anticipate questions and concerns from a variety of stakeholders.

• Experience with advocacy and negotiation.

• Organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.

• Demonstrated capacity to communicate complicated information effectively to a variety of audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Juris Doctor (J.D.) or closely related field as determined by the agency.

• Knowledge of State policies, procedures, and practices in the areas of information and data practices.

• Experience building and supporting diverse coalitions respectfully and inclusively.

• Supervisory or lead worker experience with demonstrated skills in setting priorities, providing work direction, manage projects, coaching, and developing staff.

• 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.

Physical Requirements

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

Additional Requirements

Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials, a criminal background check and drivers' license check prior to appointment.

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.