The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development agency. DEED's mission is simple: to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone. We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants, motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse team, inspired by challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work every day. At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer, communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious. DEED is a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon agency and committed to proactively supporting service-members, veterans, and military families. DEED offers great employment opportunities with a meaningful mission to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota. Working Title: Project Manager and Implementation Specialist Job Class: Management Analyst 4 Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development Job ID: 80860 Location: St. Paul Telework Eligible: Yes, may be eligible to telework up to five (5) days per week Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Unlimited Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 10/15/2024. Date Posted: 10/09/2024 Closing Date: 10/22/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Employment & Economic Development / MAPE Division/Unit: Customer Innovation Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 8:00am to 4:30pm Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: No Salary Range: $32.99 - $48.93 / hourly; $68,883 - $102,165 / 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 : 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. Job Summary The Project Manager and Implementation Specialist supports DEED's efforts to drive innovation within and across its customer-facing services by leading the implementation efforts of high-priority, cross-agency initiatives. The role will be embedded within the agency's Customer Innovation team, an internal consulting, facilitation, strategic planning, and continuous improvement team that drives agency efforts to understand and improve the experiences of both internal and external customers of DEED's program and operational teams. The Implementation Specialist will act as a project manager for major Customer Innovation projects once they reach the implementation phase, coordinating with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to develop and operationalize detailed implementation plans, track progress, keep stakeholders apprised and bought-in on project goals and progress, and set projects up for long-term success. Your work will leave a lasting mark on DEED's culture and will serve as a model across the State of Minnesota, transforming the way DEED serves its customers. If you would like to help live out the mission of empowering the growth of the Minnesota economy for everyone, come be part of our team! This position is telework eligible and is occasionally required to be on-site at the St. Paul 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 posting ay be used to fill multiple positions. Qualifications 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. Three (3) years* of project management experience, managing complex, high-priority projects with cross-functional teams *Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Organizational Management, Organizational Development, 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 in: Facilitating and consulting on organizational change initiatives Developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders Human-centered design, continuous improvement processes, or systems change problem solving techniques Skill in: Managing workloads, competing priorities, working in ambiguity, and still meeting strict deadlines Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data and writing reports Using Microsoft Office Suite products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, etc.) or similar software Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of economic development and/or workforce development programs and structures Knowledge of internal operations or shared services divisions such as finance, contracting, Information Technology (IT), and Human Resources (HR) Knowledge of the principles and methods for driving systems change with an equity lens Experience working with senior leadership across multiple departments 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 Interview Review Driver's Record Check The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Application Details How to Apply Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers . Connect 700 Program To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Talent Acquisition at talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us . Veterans To be considered with Veteran's Status , you MUST indicate this on your application and submit a copy of your DD-214 form and other required documentation to talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us by the closing date. Recently Separated Veterans (RSV) : Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. Certain Disabled Veterans : Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a non-competitive basis. See the above links for criteria and eligibility. Current State Employees Please apply via Self Service. Bidding or expression of interest: This vacancy is open for bids/expression of interest and all qualified applicants simultaneously. Current employees of DEED who a