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Working Title: Procurement Specialist

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Senior

Agency: Transportation Department

• Job ID : 76489

• 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 : 05/07/2024

• Closing Date : 05/28/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Transit / Transit Operations

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $26.64 - $39.06 / hourly; $55,624 - $81,557 / 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 Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This position is in the Central Office in St. Paul and has the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent may be expected to work in the office on occasion.

This position exists to administer statewide procurement programs and projects for the Public Transit Participation Program under Minnesota Statutes, section 174.24, Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funded programs and other active transportation programs or contracts administered by the Office of Transit and Active Transportation (OTAT). They will also provide guidance and technical assistance to transit and active transportation stakeholders on federal and state program procurement requirements and are tasked with developing and providing procurement training and draft procurement procedures in the matter of program compliance for both internal and external parties.

Occasional in-state travel, less than 10%, is required for vehicle/bus inspections.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of professional experience in administering statewide programs that demonstrate:

• Experience writing procedures, ensuring compliance, evaluating program performance, and working with data or databases.

• Experience with public policy, contract, or grant administration.

• Experience working with internal and external partners as well as leading stakeholders.

Note: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or Business substitutes for one year of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in working with federal and state laws and regulations.

• Procurement practices, polices or procedure experience.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification and Pre-Employment Physical.

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.