Working Title: Results Specialist
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: Minnesota Management & Budget
Job ID : 89050
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 : 09/19/2025
Closing Date : 10/09/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota Management & Budget
Division/Unit : Budget & Results Division / Impact Evaluation Unit
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / annually
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
End Date : 11/30/2027
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.
The Results Management team at Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) conducts analysis and research that helps state and local partners make informed policy decisions to improve outcomes for people in Minnesota. Through a variety of approaches and methods, we conduct analysis that sparks insights and coordination among government agencies. We use a data-informed process to focus enterprise-wide efforts on results, foster collaboration, and ignite action to improve outcomes for people in Minnesota.
We are seeking a Results Specialist to help improve this work and, more specifically, help build the evaluative capacity of the state by working across agencies to inventory data systems in two high-priority policy areas. The individual will design and pilot a replicable process for cataloging data systems, including documenting collection methods, disaggregation practices, data quality, governance, and integration potential. These efforts will directly inform enterprise goals to implement newly revised data disaggregation standards.
This is a temporary position for a duration of up to 22 months.
Job duties for this position include:
Identifying and engaging subject matter experts across Minnesota government and external partners to inform best practices in data inventorying and governance
Conducting research and developing documentation that positions data inventorying within broader data governance and evaluation practices
Convening cross-agency stakeholders to co-create scalable templates, standards, and processes for inventorying data throughout the enterprise
Collecting and organizing information on the nature of data in priority systems, including collection methods, disaggregation practices, quality, governance, integration potential, and appropriate use
Synthesizing findings into actionable recommendations that advance implementation of statewide disaggregation standards and the capacity of the state to use data to understand the impact of programs
Developing a "playbook" of lessons learned, including best practices and replicable tools, to support enterprise-wide adoption of inventorying and data disaggregation
This position is currently eligible for up to 50% hybrid telework to applicants who either reside in Minnesota or a bordering state and within 50 miles of the work location.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of experience working with data structures, data management, inventorying, and/or data governance. A bachelor's degree in data science, statistics, mathematics, business analytics, public policy, economics, political science, management information systems, or public administration may substitute for one year of experience; a master's degree in a similar field may substitute for 18 months of experience.
Project management skills sufficient to lead communication, organization, development, analysis, and execution of complex projects
Communication skills sufficient to present complex ideas and information to a variety of audiences, ensure their understanding, and use varying techniques
Interpersonal skills sufficient to build effective partnerships across the organization, levels of staff, and external stakeholders
The ability to work effectively on a team, a demonstrated respect for diversity, and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive and/or personal information
Preferred Qualifications
MMB values diverse perspectives and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, even if they do not meet 100% of the preferred qualifications. Your unique skills and background might be just what we need!
Experience in conducting data analysis, performance measurement, or evaluation
Experience with requirements and best practices for using and sharing sensitive data, including personally identifiable information (PII) and personal health information (PHI)
Experience with group facilitation methods to convene large groups and foster collaboration in culturally appropriate ways
Knowledge of data querying languages (SQL, Python) and ability to directly interact with databases sufficient to understand contents, structures, and potential gaps or limitations
Experience with Minnesota state government, public program policies and operations, or grant administration, especially in health and human services
Knowledge and experience with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act
Additional Requirements
Minnesota Management and Budget will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials, a state personnel file check (if applicable) and a criminal background check prior to appointment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify candidates, and each case will be reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis and in alignment with fair and equitable hiring practices.
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.
