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Working Title: Workforce Planning & Management Director

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Senior

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 84548

• 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 : 03/11/2025

• Closing Date : 03/31/2025

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

• Division/Unit : Human Resources / HR Leadership

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $43.38 - $62.41 / hourly; $90,577 - $130,312 / annually

• Classified Status : Unclassified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep

• End Date : This is a temporary unclassified position anticipated to last for one year with the possibility to extend for up to two additional years.

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• 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.

ATTENTION APPLICANTS: This is a temporary unclassified position anticipated to last for one year with the possibility to extend for up to two additional years.

We are seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and results-driven Workforce Planning and Management Director to lead our agency’s strategic workforce planning and management program. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for shaping and executing workforce strategies that align with the agency’s long-term business objectives, ensuring we have a workforce ready to deliver our services and drive success. You will oversee the planning, integration, and delivery of an agency-wide plan for talent optimization utilizing data analytics while collaborating across departments to develop data-driven solutions. If you are passionate about driving workforce transformation and creating sustainable solutions, we invite you to join our team and make a significant impact.

Responsibilities are to:

• Align the needs and priorities of the agency with its workforce.

• Manage and implement the agency’s Strategic Workforce Management Plan.

• Develop and manage metrics and reporting mechanisms in support of workforce planning and management, and strategic staffing.

• Develop and implement agency programs for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), trades career exploration and outreach, and the overall employee experience.

• Supervise a team of three professionals.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul, MN and has the flexibility to telecommute, 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.

** 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of managerial experience OR three years of professional supervisory experience OR four years of advanced professional experience that demonstrates the following:

If you meet the above requirements and wish to be considered further in the selection process, you must provide a cover letter summarizing your experience in the areas listed below. Attach your cover letter AND resume to the online application. If you do not submit the required information in your cover letter, your application will not be considered further.

• Experience leading, developing and implementing workforce programs, goals, and objectives, including your experience developing and implementing workforce strategies for both short-term and long-term impact.

• Experience influencing and guiding change within an organization.

• Experience developing workforce metrics and goals.

• Experience advising leadership, managers, and stakeholder groups on recommendations and decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, English, Public Administration, Organizational Behavior, or other closely related field.

• Experience supervising or leading staff.

• Public sector human resources experience.

Additional Requirements

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

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, and Education/License Verification

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.