Working Title: Data Analyst
Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior
Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
Job ID : 88486
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible for some telework
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Limited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/04/2025
Closing Date : 09/18/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Employment & Economic Development / MAPE
Division/Unit : Analysis & Evaluation PPM
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,129 - $85,232 / annually
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees/MAPE
End Date : Up to two (2) years
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.
As the Data Analyst, you will be responsible for conducting independent data analyses and managing data to enable timely completion of federal, state, and other reporting requirements. You will assist DEED in the implementation of a common exit for its Workforce Innovation and Opportunity act workforce programs and the creation of a new, joined federal performance file. You will help to build a data lake that will bring together the data sets from multiple DEED systems that track data for customers of its workforce programs. This lake will be foundational to its highest priority information technology (IT) project to replace its labor exchange, MinnesotaWorks.net. To complete your assigned tasks, you will collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders, representatives of the agency, members of the public, employment counselors, and training providers.
We are looking for a passionate advocate for DEED stakeholders and customer base who loves relationship building, consensus creation, and fun.
This position will be based out of the St. Paul office. This position is telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.
This position is expected to last two (2) years.
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.
Two (2) years of experience in Structured Query Language (SQL) and Power Business Intelligence (Power BI), including knowledge in writing new SQL scripts, translate Boolean-style logic into SQL script, and edit existing SQL scripts, etc.
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:
Data management experience such as gathering data, clean and transform data into readable format for analysis, and translate business requirements into technical requirements.
Experience in data visualization and reporting.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience drafting memos, creating and delivering presentations, and explaining complex information to diverse audiences.
Experience using Python.
Experience using SparkSQL.
Experience working with diverse stakeholders to maintain collaborative, trusting relationships.
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
Ability to take direction from colleagues and work well on a team.
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 Records Check (current and former State employees only)
Employment Reference Check
Conflict of Interest Review
Driver's License and Records 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.
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.