State Prog Admin Manager - Equity & Inclusion Enterprise Project Manager

Working Title: Equity & Inclusion Enterprise Project ManagerJob Class: State Program Administrator, ManagerAgency: Mn Management & Budget

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 01/03/2024

Closing Date : 01/14/2024

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Mn Management & Budget

Division/Unit : Office of Inclusion

Work Shift/Work Hours : 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : Yes- up to 25%

Salary Range: $38.53 - $55.69 / hourly - $80,451 - $116,281 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 Managerial Plan

FLSA Status : Exempt Administrative

Telework Eligible : Yes

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.The Enterprise Project Manager for the Office of Inclusion will provide oversight of all related enterprise equity and inclusion efforts, prioritizing projects related to the long-range priorities of the One Minnesota Plan. This role will support Office of Inclusion leadership with the development and implementation of project plans and related tasks, including documenting and managing related project scope, resources, constraints, and timelines. The Enterprise Project Manager will also facilitate the One Minnesota Council on behalf of the Office of Inclusion and provide support to the Governor’s Community Council in partnership with the Office of Equity, Accessibility, and Opportunity.Responsibilities include:

Provide implementation support of strategic internal projects and related activities to support enterprise equity and inclusion priorities and long-range plan outcomes.

Leverage and manage DEI leadership capacity across the enterprise to align equity and inclusion work at the agency level with enterprise long-range plan goals.

Consult and advise staff across the enterprise on equity and inclusion goals and priorities to build capacity and understanding of equity and inclusion principles and to embed these principles throughout all work in the enterprise.

Provide administrative leadership and support to a council of enterprise executives including liaising, facilitating, planning, and providing project oversight on ongoing council activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) years of professional level experience managing projects for large and complex organizational systems, change management, systems change, and/or continuous improvement

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Project Management, Public Administration or a related field may substitute for 1 year of experience.

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Project Management, Public Administration or a related field may substitute for 18 months of experience.

Experience must include:Leadership : Demonstrated skills and experience to successfully lead and manage agencywide initiatives; ability to plan, organize, prioritize, coordinate, and implement agency objectives; and proven ability to think strategically and creatively around Equity, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives.Project Management: Experience planning and managing projects for large and complex organizations. Experience designing, planning, and implementing organizational diversity and inclusion programs.Communications/Human Relations: Superior oral and written skills to successfully interact, engage, and cultivate strong relationships and establish effective partnerships with the MMB Commissioner, agency Senior Leadership Team, Human Resources staff, employees, managers, and supervisors; ability to influence leaders and decision makers; facilitation, presentation and communication skills to discuss technical topics to non-technical audiences such as agency managers; and understanding of relationships to drive effective collaboration with peers and stakeholders.Organizational Skills: Ability to manage several concurrent projects that might involve coordinating the work of multiple state agencies and Program and project management skills with a demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.Computer skills: Proficiency in the use of word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years of professional level experience in advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism initiatives within organizations, which can include cultural knowledge from lived experience, community involvement, and/or education in understanding the experiences of marginalized people.

PMP or similar project manager certification.

Strong experience and familiarity with project management software.

Experience planning and facilitating senior leadership meetings.

Experience supporting senior leadership.

Demonstrated strategic thinking and planning skills to achieve optimal productivity and results.

Basic understanding of the state’s Human Resources system, laws, rules, collective bargaining agreements, and policies and practices to carry out the functions required and resources available.

Additional RequirementsMinnesota Management and Budget will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota 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.