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Working Title: Residential Programs Coordinator

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Coordinator

Agency: Commerce Department

• Job ID : 80433

• 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 : 09/24/2024

• Closing Date : 10/08/2024

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

• Division/Unit : Energy Resources / Programs for Innovation & Equi

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 20% of the time

• Salary Range: $36.71 - $54.60 / hourly; $76,650 - $114,004 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• 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.

This position plans, develops, and coordinates implementation of complex state and federally funded residential energy programs. Examples include: Inflation Reduction Act residential rebate programs, state heat pump rebate program, state electrical panel upgrade program, and others as authorized by state or federal legislation. It is responsible for implementing the programs on a statewide basis and ensuring compliance with state and federal legal requirements. This is a lead worker position, coordinating work assignments for lower level professional staff, student workers, and contractors.

Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) years of experience performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in energy efficiency program administration.

A Bachelor's Degree in Building Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Nonprofit Administration, or a related field is equivalent to one (1) year of experience.

An Advanced Degree in Building Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Nonprofit Administration, or a related field is equivalent to eighteen (18) months of experience.

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

• Written and oral communication skills sufficient to relate complex program objectives to a wide range of individuals.

• Ability to adapt to organizational and program changes sufficient to work constructively under pressure and cope with ambiguity.

• Knowledge of public policy principles sufficient to oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of complex public programs.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and collaborate on multidisciplinary teams with people from different cultural backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• A working understanding of federal and state energy efficiency program requirements.

• Project management certificate or experience sufficient to guide and direct multiple complex projects at the same time.

• Lead Worker experience.

Physical Requirements

The position involves extended periods of sitting, typing, note-taking, conversing with callers, and the ability to move files/equipment weighing up to 15 pounds.

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.