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Working Title: Tribal Advocacy Council on Energy Liaison

Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal

Agency: Commerce Department

• Job ID : 79643

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Limited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 08/29/2024

• Closing Date : 09/30/2024

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

• Division/Unit : Energy Resources / Energy Market Transformation

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 10% of the time

• Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually

• Classified Status : Unclassified

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

• End Date : (Required for Limited Positions) One year from start date.

• 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.

This position exists to provide technical assistance and administrative support to the Tribal Advocacy Council on Energy (TACE) and advise the department on the development of a culturally responsive clean energy grants program based on the priorities identified by the TACE. This position facilitates communication, provides technical assistance, researches and develops information related to successful implementation of TACE. The Tribal Advocacy Council on Energy is a Tribally led council that brings forward recommendations for improving tribal energy through effective collaboration and partnerships

In addition to leading support for TACE and its members, this position will lead internal communication with Commerce DER leadership and key staff and will serve as the face of TACE with partner organizations, utilities, industry representatives and organizations and the public, promoting and explaining the TACE to a variety of interested stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

3 (three) years of experience working with Tribal Nations.

A Bachelor’s degree is equivalent to one (1) year of experience. An Advanced degree is equivalent to eighteen (18) months of experience.

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

• Working knowledge of energy policy and program experience.

• Strong knowledge and understanding, both historical and contemporary, of Tribal Nations in MN.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent public relations skills, including maintaining professional and courteous contact at all times.

• A general understand of public policy principles and analysis of public programs, including relevant rules, regulations and laws.

• Ability to convey energy program information effectively to a wide range of interested parties.

• Strong project management skills and organization skills.

COVER LETTER REQUIRED (send directly to: hr.commerce@state.mn.us - using the subject line: Job Posting 79643

Preferred Qualifications

• Background and experience working in tribal government.

• Qualitative and quantitative analysis skills sufficient to develop program guidelines and evaluate program results.

• Knowledge of energy related program and deployment approaches.

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 and a drivers' license and criminal background 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.