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Working Title: Program Director

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Director

Agency: Public Facilities Authority

• Job ID : 81213

• 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 : This vacancy is open for expressions of interest and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Expressions of interest should be submitted by 10/28/2024.

• Date Posted : 10/22/2024

• Closing Date : 10/31/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Public Facilities Authority / MMA

• Division/Unit : Public Facilities Authority / Program Delivery

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, up to 5% of the time

• Salary Range: $37.60 - $54.16 / hourly; $78,508 - $113,086 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association / MMA

• 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.

The Public Facilities Authority (PFA) is a small but mighty state agency. Since its inception in 1987, it has awarded over $6 billion to communities for their priority drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

This position coordinates and has a high level of discretion in directing PFA staff with respect to program administration and implementation of policies and procedures. The Program Director ensures that community infrastructure projects proceed through due process of PFA analytical and fiscal reviews for appropriate consideration and application of state and federal program requirements. This position directs Senior Loan Officer caseloads and collaborates with PFA partner agencies to align and maximize investments of federal and state infrastructure financing programs.

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and collaborating with internal and external clients

• Ensuring compliance with all state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and program requirements

• Engaging with leadership in the design and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures

• Guiding staff in resolving particularly complex, unique, and/or precedent-setting issues, from research to resolution

• Preparing official documents regarding program administration for presentation to the public

• Supervising, coaching, and hiring direct reports

• Representing the PFA at conferences and workshops

• Serving as a primary contact for the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

This position is telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) eligible and is occasionally required to be on-site at the 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.

This position will include occasional travel for trainings (in-state and out-of-state), conferences, and workshops.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume 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.

Four (4) years of experience* in public sector financial management (e.g., municipal finance officer, loan officer, management analyst, state program administrator, project specialist)

*Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, public administration, engineering, or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; master’s degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

• Experience as a supervisor, team lead, lead worker, or program/project lead

• Experience fostering trust, negotiating, and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders and clients from local, state, and federal government and/or the private sector

• Knowledge of public policy and administration principles sufficient to design, implement, and evaluate public program policies and procedures

• Skill in written communication, including experience developing official documents (e.g., handbooks, policies, procedures) and reports

• Ability to communicate and convey complex information simply and effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in finance, accounting, public administration, or other closely related field as determined by the agency

• Experience in municipal finance including debt issuance and management, special assessments, audits, and financial statements

• Experience in financial data analysis (including underwriting) and integrating fiscal analysis and tools with database systems and narratives

• Experience in infrastructure loan and grant programs, including revolving loan funds

• Experience in municipal operations including utility management, rate setting, asset management, and capital improvement planning

• Ability to apply sound judgment and know when to inform agency leadership and seek advice in responding to difficult questions, assisting staff, or unique or complex projects and precedent-setting issues

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 Interest Review

• Driver’s Record Check

The Minnesota Public Facilities Authority will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

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.