Working Title: Project and Grant Management Assistant
Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior
Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
Job ID : 90130
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible for some telework
Full/Part Time : Part-Time
Regular/Temporary : Limited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 11/15/2025
Closing Date : 12/05/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Employment and Economic Development - AFSCME
Division/Unit : Workforce Development
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, Work hours will be finalized upon hire
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $19.85 - $23.61 / hourly
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME
Work Area : Youth Development Division - Workforce Development - St. Paul
End Date : Up to one (1) year
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No
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.
DEED is committed to radically increasing economic impacts for individuals and businesses that face systematic barriers to growth. The Project and Grant Management Assistant will aid in the development of various projects and grants in the Youth Development Division. The position will assist grant managers with management of Direct Appropriation grants and other state and federal programs. In addition, this position will assist with preparing reports for key stakeholders, financial documents related to grant expenditures, funding and grant contracting processes, and other responsibilities related to administration of youth grants.
Some examples of work for this position are listed below, but not limited to the following:
AssistinoutreachtolocalGrantee stafftoassess technicalassistance/trainingneeds relatedtoprogram implementation and operations
Schedule,prepare materialsfor,andparticipateinmeetings,trainings,orwebinarswithkeystakeholders
Assist with tracking, and recording of grants and grant expenditures
Assistwithupdatingandidentifyingareasofimprovementtopolicyandreportingdocuments
Assist with program data collection and its evaluation and analysis
Assist in Request for Proposals process for funding issued by DEED/Office of Youth Development
ConductotherdutiesassistinginthedevelopmentoftheDEEDandEmploymentandTrainingPrograms (ETP) youth programs
Becomeknowledgeableonrelatedyouthemploymenttopics, bestpractices,andgrantsmanagement
Provide formal and informal project updates to the Youth Development team on a regular basis
This is a limited unclassified position and may be used to fill multiple positions.
The initial appointment is for one (1) year with the option to extend two (2) additional years if funding remains available and student requirements are met.
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.
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.
To be eligible for an appointment as a Student Worker Para Professional Senior, you must be enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate program and have completed at least two (2) years of post-secondary education. You will be asked to complete an Educational Verification form prior to appointment. See additional requirements below for further details on Student Worker positions.
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:
Pursuingadegree in:Economics,Education,UrbanPlanning,CommunityDevelopment,PoliticalScience, Public Policy, English,orother closely related field as determined by the agency
Skill in computer application software such as MicrosoftOffice Suite,includingWord, PowerPoint,and Excel
Communication skills sufficient to communicate with internal staff, external customers, grantmaking institutions, and other state agencies
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with data management, and data analysis
Problem solving skills sufficient to search for alternative solutions and/or make recommendation
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.
Requirements for Student Worker positions:
To be eligible for an appointment as a Student Worker Para Professional Senior, you must be enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate program and have completed at least two (2) years of post-secondary education. Students may be "off" for the summer or for one (1) semester/quarter and remain employed as a student worker, but such absences cannot exceed one (1) semester/quarter in a year. If you are enrolled at a credit-granting institution, you must carry at least six (6) semester/ nine (9) quarter credits. If you are enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one (1) that only offers one (1) credit per class, you must be taking two (2) or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load will be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two (2) courses or making progress on a dissertation.
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.
