Working Title: Strategic Portfolio Governance and Intelligence Process Analyst
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 4
Agency: Minnesota IT Services
Job ID : 90810
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes #LI-Hybrid
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Limited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 12/13/2025
Closing Date : 12/19/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota IT Services
Division/Unit : Office of Transformation and Strategy Delivery
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $37.07 - $61.14 / hourly; $77,402 - $127,660 / annually
Job Class Option : Project Management
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Professional Employees (MAPE)
End Date : anticipated to last up to one (1) year
FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
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.
Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position will be part of MNIT's Office of Transformation and Strategy Delivery, which uses purpose-driven, innovative approaches to enable agencies to deliver modern services that benefit Minnesotans.
This position is temporary and includes full state fringe benefits; it is anticipated to last one (1) year.
The Strategic Portfolio Governance & Intelligence (SPGI) Process Analyst supports enterprise IT portfolio governance by leading portfolio reviews, tracking action items, and providing clear insights to leadership. This role drives the adoption of project management and modernization best practices, collaborates with agency PMOs, and develops training and guidance to support consistent practices. The SPGI Process Analyst also provides project management support for initiatives, including planning, requirements gathering, and tool configuration. This position requires strong collaboration skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex information into actionable recommendations for a variety of stakeholders.
This position requires an employee to be onsite at¿600 North Robert Street, Saint Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location. Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for Minnesota IT Services is available on a limited basis. Employees will be required to meet current telework eligibility requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips here. (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp) :
This position requires a minimum of four (4) years of experience in performing IT project management functions.
Experience must include:
Experience managing structured IT projects using traditional, agile, and hybrid methodologies.
Experience facilitating leadership-level reviews or governance processes and communicating findings clearly to senior stakeholders.
Experience supporting organizational change efforts and maintaining accurate project/portfolio data using enterprise tools and reporting/analytics.
Ability to deliver effective verbal or written messages that facilitate a mutual understanding on both parties.
Customer service skills that include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.
A master's degree in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for three (3) years of experience, OR an IT related bachelor's degree substitutes for two (2) years, OR an IT related associate's degree substitutes for one (1) year.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to manage multiple priorities independently, adapting to changing needs, and contribute flexibly in dynamic or matrixed team settings.
Experience working in agile environments and applying analytical, KPI/OKR-driven problem-solving approaches.
Experience with modern digital tools, such as AI-assisted productivity tools, CMS platforms, Power BI report development, wireframing/prototyping solutions, or online collaboration platforms.
Experience developing user guides, process documentation, training materials, or instructional content that supports learning an adoption.
AI, web development, or emerging technology certificates (e.g., Microsoft Power Platform, AI-900, IBM Applied AI, Google Cloud ML, HTML/CSS/JavaScript.
Project, Agile or Process Management certification (e.g., PMP, CSM, PMI-ACP, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt+, CPDE).
Business Analysis or Technical Communications certifications (e.g., CBAP, CCBA, CPTC).
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
Criminal History Check
Reference Check
Social Security and Address Verification
Education Verification
Other legally required checks
Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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.
