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Working Title: Equal Opportunity Manager

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager

Agency: Revenue Dept

• Job ID : 81623

• 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 : 11/14/2024

• Closing Date : 12/04/2024

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

• Division/Unit : Commissioner's Office / Equal Opportunity Mgr

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $40.26 - $58.20 / hourly; $84,062 - $121,521 / 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.

Join an inclusive, motivated team that is empowered to make a real impact at the Minnesota Department of Revenue. This position provides the leadership and subject matter expertise necessary to develop, implement, and manage the agency's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Affirmative Action (AA)and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) programs to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and policies. This position creates and provides agency-wide training, implements tools to conduct EEO/AA/ADA data analysis and reporting, and conducts investigations of protected class discrimination complaints. This position advises the Commissioner and agency leadership on EEO trends and initiatives, including policy development and implementation, to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment. Ready to make a difference? We are looking for an energetic, passionate individual to help create an exceptional employee experience reflective of our mission, vision, and values. Come join the Minnesota Department of Revenue as we work together to fund the future for all of Minnesota!

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 management discretion. Commuting to the St. Paul office location for occasional in-person meetings is expected.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four (4) years of professional level experience with Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and Americans with Disabilities Act programs*

• Two (2) years of supervisory experience.

*A Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Public Policy, or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience, a Master's degree in a desired field may substitute for 18 months of experience and a Law degree may substitute for three (3) years of experience.

Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:

• Knowledge and interpersonal skills to effectively engage and advise agency leadership and staff on equal opportunity-related regulatory requirements and compliance.

• Skill and experience working with EEO, AA, and ADA programs.

• Knowledge and experience with best practices for conducting confidential investigations.

• Verbal and written communication skills to clearly and effectively deliver presentations, trainings, and agency-wide communications.

• Human relation skills to work collaboratively with others.

• Ability to track, analyze, and report data.

• Experience facilitating sensitive conversations with empathy and leadership when dealing with individuals or groups who have conflicting feelings and perspectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the State of Minnesota Connect 700 (C700) program.

• Experience with the State of Minnesota Monitoring the Hiring process.

• Experience with alternative dispute resolution methodologies such as mediation and negotiation.

• Experience with developing and drafting affirmative action plans.

Physical Requirements

This position will work in a hybrid office environment with occasional in-person meetings and activities and limited statewide travel to meet business needs. This position will require long periods of sitting and working on a computer.

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.