Working Title: Statewide Planner - Planning Dir State
Job Class: Planning Director State
Agency: Minnesota Management & Budget
Job ID : 89541
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers and bidders simultaneously
Date Posted : 10/13/2025
Closing Date : 11/03/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota Management & Budget
Division/Unit : Planning & Policy
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $37.26 - $55.42 / hourly; $77,798 - $115,716 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)
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.
Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) is seeking two Statewide Planners to lead the development of statewide, long-range strategic plans on high-priority issues impacting the future of Minnesota. This includes coordinating the management and development of long-range planning efforts across state agencies and serving as a key partner in planning priorities.
Job duties for this position include:
Coordinating the state's long-range planning efforts, overseeing the development of multiple, concurrent long-range plans
Serving as project management leader for each long-range planning effort including setting strategy and operations
Developing the vision for the technical and analytical work needed to advance long-range planning efforts, such as scenario planning, demographic modeling, economic analysis, etc.
Coordinating and contributing to the development of products and outputs from the long-range planning process and communication of those products and outputs
Assembling and coordinating working groups of state leaders and staff to advance multiple, concurrent long-range planning efforts
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
Four (4) years* of experience planning long-term programs, analyzing public policy, and managing projects simultaneously.
A bachelor's degree in public policy, public administration, urban and regional planning, economics, public affairs, political science, statistics, data science, or sociology may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
Experience must include:
Project management skills sufficient to coordinate objectives from conception to implementation and report updates to management
Communication skills sufficient to convey complex and intricate technical information to technical and non-technical audiences in a professional and respectful manner
Interpersonal skills sufficient to work and collaborate with senior leaders to accomplish objectives and gain consensus on key priorities
Research skills sufficient to study programs and gather data related to program efficiency, cost, performance management, and short- and long-term impact
Ability to navigate ambiguity and operate under minimal direction, including proactively anticipating barriers and adapting to overcome challenges
Demonstrated respect for diversity and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment and leading
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!
A bachelor's degree (or higher) in public policy, public administration, urban and regional planning, economics, public affairs, political science, statistics, data science, or sociology
Experience planning and implementing large-scale programs on behalf of a public or government entity (federal, state, Tribal, county, or another municipality). Examples of large-scale programs include, but are not limited to climate resiliency, rural economic development, workforce development, housing, and social justice.
Knowledge of Minnesota's legislative processes, state policies, procedures, and research institution landscape
Experience developing public policies and policy reform based on evidence and data
Additional Requirements
Minnesota Management and Budget will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials 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.
